Books in Ecosystems series

"Vibrant photographs and descriptive text guide readers on an underwater journey through coastal waters to explore coral reefs. Home to more than one million kinds of plants, fish, and other ocean life, readers will discover how living things meet their needs for shelter, food, and more in this dynamic ecosystem."--

"From croaking frogs and quacking ducks to floating lily pads and buzzing dragonflies, ponds are bursting with life. Dynamic photographs and descriptive text help budding young scientists discover the plants and animals that live in these freshwater ecosystems."--

"From the sunlit-filled canopy to the shaded forest floor, readers will discover how a rainforest tree provides shelter, water, food, and other essential resources to meet the needs of a variety of living things."--

"From the sunlit-filled canopy to the shaded forest floor, readers will discover how a rainforest tree provides shelter, water, food, and other essential resources to meet the needs of a variety of living things."--

Exploring Ecosystems examines the relationship between living things and their environment. Young readers will learn about the different plants, animals, and climates that make up our planet. This visually stimulating series will also help readers understand why it is important to protect the worlds ecosystems.

Offers 12 fascinating facts about the worlds prairie landscapes. From the Great Plains of North America to the Eurasian Steppes, full-color spreads highlight the key features of the various types of grasslands found all over Earth.

Offers 12 fascinating facts about these sandy, stony landscapes. From the Mojave to the Sahara and everything in between, full-color spreads highlight the key features of these dry regions that cover a quarter of Earths surface.

Presents the freshwater ecology of lakes, rivers, and ponds found around the world, describing the animals and plants that live in them, the effect they have on humans, and what humans can do to preserve thesm in the future.

Offers 12 fascinating facts about these tree-covered landscapes. From evergreens and shrubs to lichens and moss, full-color spreads highlight the key features of these lush natural environments.

Looks at the different types of marine ecosystems, the plants and animals that live in each, the harmful effect that humans are having on these systems, and what can be done to preserve them.

Exploring Ecosystems examines the relationship between living things and their environment. Young readers will learn about the different plants, animals, and climates that make up our planet. This visually stimulating series will also help readers understand why it is important to protect the worlds ecosystems.

Provides instructions for projects and activities that explore forest habitats and demonstrate why they are valuable.