Books in Atlases series

The introductory pages of this book describe the biomes of the world and then the mountain biome. The 5 main chapters look at different aspects of mountains and highlands: climate, plants, animals, people, and future. Between the chapters are detailed maps that focus on major mountain ranges. Throughout the book you'll also find boxed stories or fact files about mountains and highlands. At the end of the book is a glossary.

Mom, Dad, can you tell me about..."Here's the perfect gift for kids interested in...anything. This unique mixture of atlas of the world and encyclopedia will answer any question they can come up with about the world around us. Inside these lively, colorful pages are earth's secrets, from our place in space to the formation of the continents to geological activity, and an introduction to every kind of wildlife and animal habitat. A presentation of human civilizations throughout history discusses language, clothing, celebrations, and different ways of worship. Maps of every country and many cities, plus flags of every nation, complete this engaging tour of planet Earth and its inhabitants.Features include:Four books in one-divided into Planet Earth, Wildlife of the World, People and Places, and an Atlas-with an easy-to-follow structure.Fascinating facts on subjects ranging from natural history to ancient history, farming, and art.Pages filled with lively, eye-catching photographs and illustrations of our solar system, natural wonders, historical monuments, and animal life.Simple, effective charts and colorful relief maps of the seven continents present information at a glance.

The introductory pages of this book describe the biomes of the world and then the wetland biome. The 5 main chapters look at different aspects of wetlands: climate, plants, animals, people, and future. Between the chapters are detailed maps that focus on major wetland regions. Throughout the book you'll also find boxed stories or fact files about wetlands. At the end of the book is a glossary.