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AUTHOR Ricciuti, Edward R.
PUBLISHER Cavendish Square Publishing (12/01/1996)
PRODUCT TYPE Hardcover (Library Binding)
Description
The Biomes of the World series is an introduction to the ecosystems, or ecological communities, that make up the Earth. Each book in this eight-volume series presents clear, scientific information about one specific biome. Each book explores what makes up a particular ecosystem, where in the world the biome is found, and what kinds of living organisms are supported by it. For example, in the Temperate Forests readers can discover the variety of wildlife that lives in this unique environment, as well as explore the natural balance of the temperate forest ecosystem and examine the impact of humans on that system.

While these books are scientific in nature, they also include ecological issues that are of particular interest to children and are frequently in the news. In this way, Biomes gives readers an in-depth scientific perspective of a given ecological community and a basis of knowledge that allows them to gain a deeper understanding of the ecological issues that affect the health of our planet.

Colorful photographs, maps and ecological diagrams stimulate readers' interest and enhance their understanding.

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ISBN-13: 9780761401346
ISBN-10: 0761401342
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 64
Carton Quantity: 0
Product Dimensions: 8.29 x 0.40 x 10.33 inches
Weight: 0.83 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Index, Maps, Ikids, Glossary, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Science | Life Sciences - Ecology
Grade Level: 4th Grade - 7th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.9
Point Value: 2
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Guided Reading Level: Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal: 574.526
Library of Congress Control Number: 95041070
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The Biomes of the World series is an introduction to the ecosystems, or ecological communities, that make up the Earth. Each book in this eight-volume series presents clear, scientific information about one specific biome. Each book explores what makes up a particular ecosystem, where in the world the biome is found, and what kinds of living organisms are supported by it. For example, in the Temperate Forests readers can discover the variety of wildlife that lives in this unique environment, as well as explore the natural balance of the temperate forest ecosystem and examine the impact of humans on that system.

While these books are scientific in nature, they also include ecological issues that are of particular interest to children and are frequently in the news. In this way, Biomes gives readers an in-depth scientific perspective of a given ecological community and a basis of knowledge that allows them to gain a deeper understanding of the ecological issues that affect the health of our planet.

Colorful photographs, maps and ecological diagrams stimulate readers' interest and enhance their understanding.

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Author: Ricciuti, Edward R.
Edward R. Ricciuti is a science journalist, naturalist, and former curator at the New York Zoological Society (now the Wildlife Conservation Society) who has covered wildlife issues around the world.
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