DK Nature Encyclopedia - Hardcover

DK Publishing

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0789434113 ISBN 13: 9780789434111

Publisher: DK Children, 1998

Synopsis

A comprehensive reference is divided into three parts: The Beginning of Life explains natural processes such as evolution, reproduction, and photosynthesis; Ecology explores the interrelationships between species in various habitats; and the third section profiles wildlife through close-up photography. Children's BOMC.

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Grade 5-8?This beautifully illustrated volume will be a welcome addition to most reference collections. In each two-page spread, a brief paragraph introduces a particular topic, while several short blocks of text and illustrations provide more detail. The spreads are appealing, with an eclectic mix of finely detailed color drawings, color photographs, anatomical diagrams, and maps. All of the illustrations are labeled and most species shown are identified by both common and scientific names. The book is divided into six sections. "The Natural World" describes the origins and evolution of life on Earth. "How Living Things Work" examines the basic characteristics shared by all living things?respiration, reproduction, life cycles, etc. "Ecology" surveys the major types of habitats around the world and discusses topics such as food chains and endangered species. A short section explains "How Living Things Are Classified," while the final chapters look at specific groups of plants (e.g., "Grasses and Sedges," "Parasitic and Epiphytic Plants"), and animals (e.g., "Starfish and Sea Urchins," "Birds of Prey," "Cats"). Profile boxes offer facts about and a small photo of a particular species. An appendix includes classification charts, a useful glossary, and a detailed index. Well organized, clearly written, and with an amazing scope, this encyclopedia makes a valuable guide to nature.?Karey Wehner, San Francisco Public Library
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Edition details

• Publisher: DK Children
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0789434113
• ISBN 13: 9780789434111
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 304