What Is a Biome?

Earth has over 30 types of biomes, some of which are home to thousands of ecosystems. All of the plants and animals living in these huge natural areas depend on one another for survival. Children will love learning about life in each major biome. Using simple-to-understand text and beautiful images, What is a Biome? clearly defines the concepts of biome and climate, and covers: - the world's biomes including forests, deserts, grasslands, wetlands, oceans, and the chilly arctic tundra - how wildlife have adapted to their biome's particular climate - biomes in danger

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Crabtree Classics
Published: 03/15/1997
ISBN: 9780865058873
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.30h x 8.30w x 0.20d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 11/01/1998

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 29891 / What Is a Biome?
Reading Level: 5.2 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 0.5