rain forests

When a young lizard is separated from his mother he learns about the endangered animals and the rain forest where they all live.

"Welcome to the largest rainforest in the world, a vast wonder just waiting for you to explore. Follow along as pink dolphins dart through the flooded river, vampire bats swoop down from the trees, and giant green anacondas slowly slither across the forest floor. This humongous habitat is home to millions of plants, animals, and people. But large as it may be, the Amazon rainforest is in danger--and shrinking fast. Learn more about this amazing place and discover what you can do to help save the rainforest!"--Provided by publisher.

Fifteen-year-old Peak Marcello is invited to climb Hkakabo Razi, one of the most isolated mountains in the world, but getting there involves a four-week trek through a tropical rainforest that is rife with hazards, which turns out to be more dangerous than summiting the mountain itself.

Provides information about the Amazon Rainforest, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.

Illustrated scenes and easy-to-follow text introduce children to the rainforests, featuring scenes with the animals, birds, insects, and plants that live in the rainforests.

"Gogi and the other shadowwalkers race to save their magical rainforest home before the Ant Queen makes it her own"--Provided by publisher.

Jungle Facts & Figures takes the reader deep into the jungles of Borneo, the Congo, Papua New Guinea, and the Amazon River Basin.

Russell and his teammates compete to win a race around the world, and must survive the first leg of the race through the Amazon rain forest as well as the sneaky tricks of their competitors.

Known for their astounding biodiversity, tropical rainforests are a perennially popular topic of study in elementary schools. Readers will encounter the fascinating plants and animals that can be found in the canopy, understory, and forest floor. They'll also learn about the importance of rainforests, as well as the causes and effects of rainforest destruction. Spectacular photographs will draw in students, while sidebar boxes encourage critical thinking.