ecology

Describes the plants and animals found in and around the Great Lakes, including sugar maples, salmon, and gray wolves as well as how they are affected by the people who live there.

Describes pollutants and invasive species that are harming the Great Lakes as well as native species and resources that are unique to the Great Lakes while presenting ways that people can stop the pollution.

"A habitat is a living thing's home. A habitat gives shelter to plants and animals. It also helps them survive. There are many different types of habitats on Earth"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a short study of tundras, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Presents a short study of grasslands, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Presents a short study of mountains, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Presents a short study of chaparrals, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Presents a short study of fresh waters, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Examines the characteristics of a chaparral, the smallest land biome, and describes the types of plants and animals that live there, and why fires and prescribed burns are important to the survival of its ecosystem.

Presents a short study of the various types of grasslands, where they are located, plants and wildlife, endangered areas, and efforts to protect it.