Rainforest Animals

The rainforest is the richest wildlife habitat on earth, and "World of Wonder: Rainforest Animals" is an excellent introduction to the many fascinating creatures to be found there.

In question-and-answer format, it addresses the questions that children are likely to ask: what does a jaguar eat?

Can frogs live in trees? Do people live in rainforests? And, most importantly, Will there always be rainforests?

Marvellously detailed illustrations by Carolyn Scrace show creatures small and large, and give an idea of how they fit into this unique environment.

Two spreads have been designed with an acetate overlay to show internal structures.There is a 'true or false' quiz that runs through the book, with answers given at the end, to make it truly interactive.

The glossary and index encourage children to use the book as an educational resource.

It fits into the National Curriculum (KS2 5) 'Living things in their environment': about ways in which living things and the environment need protection; about the different plants and animals found in different habitats; and, how animals and plants in two different habitats are suited to their environment. It also fits in with the QCA Scheme of Work for Science - Unit 4b 'Habitats'.

It helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14, promoting 'positive attitudes to learning', 'knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the world' and 'skills in literacy'.