Seasons of the tundra biome / Duke, Shirley Smith

Did you know that the Arctic Tundra is the world's youngest biome? Located at latitudes 55 to 70 North the tundra is a vast and treeless land which covers about 20 of the Earth's surface. The tundra is the world's coldest and driest biomes. This title helps students to obtain and combine information to describe climates in different regions of the world.

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.