"This ... informative picture book explores the vital connections between the layers of an ecosystem, relating how every tree, flower, plant, and animal connects to one another in spiraling circles of life"--Provided by publisher.
Outlines the many food chains of a deciduous forest ecosystem, revealing how lower links in the chain impact animals at the very top. Discusses how people can help keep forests healthy and includes full-color illustrations and a glossary.
Presents a short study of woodland forests, and discusses where they are found around the world, the climates and seasons, plants, and animals, and challenges to the ecosystem.
Contents: What is a forest?; What is a food chain?; An energy pyramid; Food from the sun; Forest plants; Forest herbivores; Full of animals; Forest carnivores; Hunting and scavenging; Forest ominvores; Forest clean-up crews; A forest food web; Forests in trouble; Enjoying forests.
Describes and illustrates all the forest communities found east of the Rockies, with information on key plants, animals, and ecological patterns in eastern forests and fields, and discussion of seasonal characteristics.
Details the geological features of deciduous forest 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.
"This book discusses the management and conservation of forest ecosystems in several areas in the world which include the Neotropics, Norway, United Kingdom and Siberia.
