Map and track biomes & animals

"Mountain, or alpine, biomes are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. Adapted to living at different mountain heights and temperatures, find out what special features keep animals such as the lynx warm and help mountain goats grip rocky slopes"--Back cover.

"Wetlands, such as swamps, bogs, and marshes, are biomes that are covered by water for much of the year. Find out why wetlands, once considered useless land, are now being preserved for the key role they play in the health of surrounding ecosystems"--Back cover.

"Covered in tall trees, a rain forest is a biome that gets a lot of rain all year round. These lush habitats provide food and shelter for millions of different animals, from anacondas to gorillas. Find out how human activity is shrinking rain forests around the world"--Back cover.

"Oceans cover 70 percent of Earth and make up the biggest biome on the planet. This title maps the territories and migration routes of animals in ocean, coral reef, and estuary biomes. Readers are asked to engage in a biome mapping activity to help reinforce understanding of the fragility of these water habitats"--Publisher.

"Deserts, hot and cold, are home to animals and plants that adapted to living in places with very little rain. From snakes in the Sahara to caribou in the Artic, find out what special features or skills help animals survive in extreme conditions"--Back cover.

"Some of the world's most interesting animals--lions, cheetahs, and bison--live on grasslands. These fragile ecosystems are often taken for granted and have been nearly wiped out in many places around the world. This . . . book introduces readers to this fascinating but constantly threatened landscape"--Publisher.