rain forests

An illustrated exploration of tropical rain forests, discussing the beauty and importance of the rain forest environment, the damage that has been done by timber extraction, cattle raising, mining, pollution, and other human intrusions, and the possibilities that exist for preserving the rain forests.

Explores the ecology of rain forests, featuring photographs, maps, and illustrations, along with information on the plants and animals that are native to rain forest biomes, and also discusses environmental changes that have impacted these habitats.

Rhyming verse describes the activities of many of the creatures that inhabit the Amazon rainforest. Includes facts about the animals in the book and about the Amazon River and rainforest.

A guide to rain forests that features full-color, 3D illustrations, along with information on the plants, animals, and insects found on each layer in the jungle ecosystem, and other related topics.

Examines the history, customs, and daily life of a tribe called the Yanomami who live in the Amazon rain forest in Brazil and Venezuela.

When Jeff accompanies his uncle to the Amazon rain forest to acquire butterflies for an exhibit at the museum where his uncle works, Jeff hopes to see real jaguars as well.

Describes the importance of rain forests, types of plant and animal life that live there, and the current threat to rain forests from deforestation and pollution.

Compares and contrasts the weather, animals, and plants in deserts and rainforests.

Text and color photos show the resources the rainforest creates and the ways in which they are depleted and conserved, covering trees, foods, medicines, animal species, and other related topics; also includes a glossary.