Forests

by Llewellyn, Claire

• ISBN13: 9781410946041
• ISBN10: 1410946045
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-08-01
• Publisher: Raintree

Summary

This book explores forest habitats around the world, looking at the plants and animals that live there, and the adaptations that help them to survive. Food webs, maps, and photos help bring the topic to life. Threats to forest habitats are also covered, a

Author Biography

Claire Llewellyn has written more than 100 nonfiction books for young people. She particularly enjoys writing about science and the natural world. Nicholas Lapthorn is a Head of Center for the Field Studies Council, an organization that helps young people understand and be inspired by the natural world. He is a member of the Geographical Association and regularly consults on geography and environmental resources.

Table of Contents

What are Forest?	p. 4
Forest Around the World	p. 6
The Forest Jigsaw	p. 8
Coniferous Forest	p. 10
Animals in Coniferous Forests	p. 12
Deciduous Forests	p. 14
Animals in Deciduous Forests	p. 16
Tropical Rain Forests	p. 18
Rain Forest Animals	p. 20
Forest Tribes	p. 22
Saving the Forests	p. 28
Glossary	p. 30
Find out More	p. 31
Index	p. 32
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