Map and Track Mountains

by Heather C. Hudak

Overview

Mountains are alpine biomes, which are home to an intriguing number of plants and animals. Some mountain animals, such as the yak, have been adapted for agriculture by humans. This intriguing book soars to new heights with simple-to-understand maps and detailed facts about an often-overlooked biome.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780778753681
Publisher:	Crabtree Publishing Company
Publication date:	03/05/2019
Series:	Map and Track Biomes and Animals
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	728,080
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.75(h) x (d)
Lexile:	970L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

What are Mountains? 4

Mountains of the World 6

Himalayas 8

Andes 10

Sierra Nevada 12

Harz Mountains 14

Vosges Mountains 16

Black Hills 18

Hawaiian-Emperor Chain 20

Virunga Chain 22

Catskills 24

North Island Volcanic Plateau 26

Mountains in Danger 28

Glossary 30

Learning More 31

Index and About the Author 32