forest ecology

The author observes the powerful connection trees and humans have to each other, paying particular attention to the "songs" or sounds that have emerged in nature.

This full-color picture book explores Tongass, the last American rainforest, through the eyes of a Tlingit Indian girl whose search for ancient tree roots leads to the discovery of her own family history.

"A forester's fascinating stories, supported by the latest scientific research, reveal the extraordinary world of forests and illustrate how trees communicate and care for each other"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces forests and the types of plants and animals that can be found in them.

Introduces young readers to the forest biome, including weather conditions, geography, plants, and animals.

"Winter lasts a long time in the evergreen forest biome. The trees here stay green all year. But how do tree needles help a tree survive the winter? And how do anmals live in the snow?"--Back cover.

Details the parts and inner lives of trees and all the organisms that live within them.

Presents facts about trees and forest ecology, describing their biology; environment; and the wildlife that live near, on, and off them.

Looks at the plants and animals that are connected in forest food chains and how these chains form a forest food web.

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