Discovering Ancient Forests
Can$9.95
1-894384-41-5
Author-Margaret Anderson, Nancy Field and Karen Stephenson
Illustrator-Sharon Torvik
Ancient Forests un tangles the complexity of old-growth forests. Termites, slime molds, owls and flying squirrels seem more like neighbors, thanks to the activities in this engaging, scientifically accurate book. Helps children see the interconnection between nature and people. Includes a sheet of 40 realistic forest stickers.
MAPA Award - “Honorable Mention” for editing.
- Explore forest neighborhoods
- Take a "Forest Trek" visiting patches of ancient forests across North America
- Be a science detective, solving some forest mysteries
- Survive a season as a spotted owl ... if you can!
“Rarely is the ecology of ancient forests made so understandable and enjoyable for kids. The intera! ctive components are fun and effective.”
Gerald Bishop, Editor, Ranger Rick magazine