Tundras (Biomes)

Cover......Page 1 Introduction......Page 2 Tundra Locations......Page 4 Where in the world?......Page 6 Cool Climates......Page 8 Different Types of Tundra......Page 10 Technology in the Tundra......Page 12 Life in the tundra......Page 14 Lichen, plants and trees......Page 16 Mammals......Page 18 Birds, Whales, Fish, and Insects......Page 20 Endangered Tundra......Page 22 Working in the tundra......Page 24 Eco challenge......Page 26 Activity: Staying Warm......Page 28 Futher research......Page 29 Glossary/Index......Page 30 The coldest place on earth Where in the world? Desert locations A cold climate The moving tundra Different types of deserts Tundra zones Technology in the desert Life in the tundra Lichen, plants and trees Mammals Birds, fish, whales and insects The desert in danger Working in the tundra Eco challenge. An introduction to tundras using detailed text and colorful photos. Topics include climate, location, careers, technological developments, and the plants and animals of tundras Describes what the tundra is, where it is located, the plant and animal life that live there, and its fragile ecosystem