Washoe County Library System

Describes the climatic conditions of the rain forest as well as the different layers of plants and animals that comprise the ecosystem.

Photographs and text showcase some of the plants and animals that are found in the tropical rain forest.

Briefly describes rainforests, telling where they are found and what lives there, particularly in the upper levels known as the canopy.

Takes a journey through a rain forest, investigating the plants and animals that dwell there.

In Rainforests, engaging text, detailed facts, and impressive statistics give children exciting scientific insight into the mysteries of the rainforest as revealed through the plants and animals that live deep within its canopy. A glossary at the end of the book helps reinforce the information.

Describes the topography, climate, and plant and animal life of the rain forsests, as well as the interaction that humans have with them.