The Science of Rain Forests

Wetlands are complex ecosystems necessary for the health of our planet. In recent years, governments and environmental organizations have worked to protect these habitats and the organisms that can only thrive within their unique ecosystems. This enlightening volume takes readers into marshy wetlands, introducing them to high-interest animals and plants such as hulking hippos and the carnivorous Venus flytrap. Each stimulating chapter contains a flowchart that highlights key earth science concepts, including life cycles and food chains. Breathtaking photographs of wildlife and an accessible narrative make this book a memorable journey into a critical ecosystem.

There's much more to grasslands than grass. This fascinating book introduces readers to the intriguing plant and animal life that call grasslands home. They'll learn about the weird adaptations of the baobab tree, clever animal camouflage, and the many other plants and animals of grasslands that rely on each other for their very survival. Accessible flowcharts further explain essential and surprising concepts such as why wildfires can actually be helpful for grasslands. This visually appealing book and its vivid photographs offer the most important information about this vital ecosystem in connection with the elementary science curriculum.