Burlington Public Library

"The tundra is a windy and cold landscape. But the closer you look, the more life you see. Mosses, grasses, and wildflowers grow in the thin soil. Animals from bees to bears depend on the life growing in this chilly habitat"--

"Trek to the tundra in this title, which examines a tundra biome's important features, plants, and animals and how they all come together to support life."--

Presents a short study of tundras, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

Introduces the idea of a biome and describes the two main types of tundra biome--Arctic and alpine--and the plants and animals that may live there.

Describes the harsh conditions of the tundra, as well as the kinds of plants and animals that can flourish there. Biomes.

Describes grasslands and tundra, and includes five essays on the topics.

"Stacy always knew that the intelligent, playful wolves who raised her weren't like other animals. Normal wolf packs don't spend their time rescuing animals and caring for an orphaned girl. But lately, Stacy's wolves have revealed to her just how special they are--supernaturally special. The wolves each have their own unique ability: they can breathe underwater, run at impossible speeds, heal wounds, and more. They're extraordinary--but how did they...

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about tundra biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about tundras. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about tundra biomes using our safe search...

The high country of the Colorado Rocky Mountains has been a destination and a home for Joyce Gellhorn for more than fifty years. Celebrating her life-long love for the "land above the trees" author Joyce Gellhorn takes readers on a season-by-season tour of the alpine tundra. With clear, readable prose and 140 beautiful color photographs (from her collection that spans some twenty-five years), Gellhorn reveals the subtle wonders of this haunting landscape....

"Science adventurers bundle up to discover the plants and animals that inhabit the Arctic, the Antarctic, and the alpine tundra. Plus, learn how human activity threatens this fragile biome and find innovative ways of meeting the challenge of climate change!"--Back cover.