rain forests

"Who lives in the rain forest? Shine a light behind the page and see... Explore a rain forest habitat up close and you will find a world filled with great surprises! From tree frogs living inside plants to stealthy jaguars on the forest floor, the hidden wonders of this amazing habitat are revealed"--Back cover.

See fascinating creatures that inhabit the night from dusk until dawn.

The Angry Birds clean up the rain forest after the pesky pigs trash it, and teach readers about the ecosystem and animals that live there.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore the rainforest, including the plants and animals that live there.

Fourteen-year-old Mateo and other Caribbean islanders face discrimination, segregation, and harsh working conditions when American recruiters lure them to the Panamanian rain forest in 1906 to build the great canal.

Readers are invited to discover the countries of the Caribbean: their history, natural features, economies, people and cultures, and important cities.

Eight-year-old Jack, his seven-year-old sister, Annie, and Peanut the mouse ride in a tree house to the Amazon rain forests, where they encounter giant ants, flesh-eating piranhas, hungry crocodiles, and wild jaguars. Presented in English and Chinese.

"Those lost in the rainforest have a lot to be worried about. From sudden rainstorms to disease-carrying insects, there are a lot of dangers that need to be considered. However, readers of this book will be prepared. Through detailed descriptions of how to build shelter, gather food and water, and how to handle the possibility of wild animals, readers learn about the rainforest ecosystem and how to use it well. Survival stories of real people add a captivating element to the main content, and full-color photographs let readers travel deep into the rainforest without getting lost"--Amazon.com.

A look at a common food chain in a South American rainforest, introducing the cacao tree that starts the chain, the jaguar that sits atop the chain, and various animals in between.