Introduces characteristics of different kinds of forests found around the world, the plants and animals that populate them, and how they are endangered.
"Woodlands across the globe experience a sweep of colors that cannot be seen anywhere else. Explore the endless shades that make up this habitat through photos and well-researched facts that are sure to bring color into your life"--.
Describes the geography, geology, climate, ecology, biodiversity, management, health, history, uses, and future of temperate forest biomes, explains how trees work, and includes photographs, charts, illustrations, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about forest biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, fullcolor photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about forests. Infographics aid understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about forest biomes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age appropriate websites. Forest Biomes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Forest Biomes is part of Jump!'s Exploring Biomes series.
"A nonfiction picture book that's all about the tiny world of nurse log habitats. Nurse logs are tiny ecosystems with hundreds of rare and important life forms. When old trees fall to the forest floor, they can take centuries to decompose, helping all sorts of organism for hundreds of years. They provide nutrients for tree seedlings, hideaways for small animals, shelters for the winter, and protection from the elements"--Provided by publisher.
"There are forests all over the world. They house countless extraordinary species of animals and plants that can do remarkable things. In this book's 60 + pages of full color photographs and facts, [the reader will] go on a journey through the wild woods and discover a world of magnificent secrets"--Amazon.
