Ocean State Libraries

The jungle comes alive as children learn about a wide variety of animals and plants living in the Amazon rainforest, in this adaptation of the song "The green grass grew all around." Includes "For Creative Minds" section with animal and plant adaptation facts and a recipe.

Examines the variety of life found in a rain forest, including the flying gecko, poison dart frog, and curly-haired tarantula.

Introduces the plants of the rain forest, discussing both the forest floor and the treetops and examining how plants interact with the animals and provide food and other products.

Introduces readers to the many kinds of animals and plants found in rain forests, and explains how man's activities can threaten these fragile ecosystems.

Examines plants that grow in the world's rain forests, their diversity, medicinal properties, and current efforts to save them from extinction.

Describes the different types of trees and plants that grow in the layers of the rain forest, the fruits, nuts, and vegetables they provide, and what threatens their survival.

Portrays all the various parts of the rain forest and its animal and human inhabitants.

"Introduces rain forest plants and animals, such as orchids, jaguars, and snakes, while teaching the concept of counting to ten"--