Mountains

von Sarah Eason

48 Seiten, Hardcover, ab 11 bis 12 Jahre

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Mountains are extraordinary biomes that are home to diverse ecosystems. Discover the features that make up a mountain, where in the world mountains are found, and the hardy organisms within their food chains and webs. In this book, readers will discover every aspect of the mountains that reach to our skies, from their foothills to their sky-scraping peaks. They'll learn about the many amazing plants and animals that live on mountains and the systems they use to survive these tough places. Why mountains are under threat is also revealed, along with actions that can help protect them.Case study features explore different mountain ranges that reach to the skies, from the majestic Himalayas and towering Andes to the spectacular Rocky Mountains and mysterious Appalachians. The specific geographic and climatic features of each mountain range are revealed, and the amazingly adaptable life forms that survive on their slopes and peaks are explored.Investigate the awe-inspiring biome that is a mountain!

• Themen: Kinder, Jugendliche und Bildung Allgemeine Interessen Natur und Tiere Geologie, Klima und physikalische Welt
• ISBN: 9781917509848
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 01.08.2026
• Größe: 231 x 170 mm
• Verlag: Cheriton Children's Books
• Empf. Lesealter: ab 11 bis 12 Jahre