tundra ecology

Discusses the ecology of the Antarctic tundra.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life in a tundra. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the tundra biome, covering plants, animals, and more.

A look at a common food chain in the Arctic tundra, introducing the Arctic willow that starts the chain, the wolf that sits atop the chain, and various animals in between.

Presents a short study of the various types of Tunda including the Arctic Tundra and Alpine Tundra, where they are located, plants and wildlife, technology of the Tundra, and efforts to protect it.

Details the geological features of tundra biomes and spotlights the types of creatures that live in these regions. Discusses how the biome and the creatures within it change throughout each of the four seasons and provides tips on protecting them from human interference. Includes color photographs and a glossary.

Discusses the animals and plants of the tundra biome, including their role in the food chain.

"Award-winning author Robert Gardner comes to the rescue of busy students everywhere. Each experiment in Tundra Experiments: 14 Experiments follows the scientific method, and is designed to be completed in under an hour. Discover why a tundra stays wet when it receives little rain, finding the energy (heat) needed to melt one gram of ice, build a model of the permafrost, and the science of solar heat and leaf color. There are also ideas for more science experiments if you have extra time"--Provided by the publisher.

Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers in kindergarten through third grade to the characteristics and geographical locations of tundras.

An exploration of tundra ecology that discusses the organisms that live there, from lichens and caribou to arctic wolves and ermines.