Arctic And Alpine Biomes

This volume in the Greenwood Guides to Biomes of the World: series covers the biomes at high altitudes and near the poles, including the arctic tundra biomes, the Mid-Latitude Alpine Tundra Biome (found in the mountain ranges of North America, Asia, and South America), and the tropical alpine tundra biome (for example, Hawaii).

A mountain goat jumps from one rocky ledge to another a group of arctic hares huddle together for warmth a musk ox uses it hooves to dig for plants in the snow Welcome to the tundra biome! Through simple text and color photos, readers will learn about the difference between the arctic and alpine tundra, which plants and animals live there, and how they have been able to adapt and thrive in the frozen tundra. In a follow-up activity, readers will utilize a graphic organizer to share their research on tundra wildlife and the adaptations that enable them to live in this harsh but beautiful biome.

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Describes the various plants and animals that make up forest, aquatic, grassland, shrubland, Mediterranean-type, and tundra biomes.

Readers will learn about the two main tundra biomes, which are arctic and alpine. The text will focus on the extreme climate, and the unique plants and animals that inhabit the tundra. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

The tundra is cold and dry. Tundra Biomes explores the plants, animals, and climate that make up the biome. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Tundra biomes have the harshest climates in the world. From the tiny Arctic bumblebee to the huge polar bear, every animal that lives in the Arctic or alpine tundra biome has adapted physically or socially to the harsh conditions. In this book, readers in grades 3-5 will discover how animals survive and thrive in the treeless tundra. This NGSS-aligned series is packed with interesting facts and vivid photos that introduce readers to a variety of land and water animals. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an activity for home or the classroom.