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BOOK LIST

48 Books About Habitats and Ecosystems

Readers in grades PreK-6 will learn about the ecosystems of the world with these engaging nonfiction texts.

From the tip of the Arctic to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, the ecosystems of Earth are incredibly diverse and serve as habitats for a variety of weird and wonderful animals. This nonfiction book list explores the plants and animals of the Arctic, deserts, forests, oceans and coral reefs, ponds, rainforests, and wetlands. Students will learn about life cycles, geology, climate change, and the importance of preserving our natural world.

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Ecology (A True Book: Earth Science)

Grades 3 - 5
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Information on ecosystems is presented in a thorough yet engaging manner, featuring lively sidebars, a glossary, visual back matter, and an index.

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Describes the impact of climate change on animals, plants, and humans.

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World Ecosystems Grades 3-5

Grades 3 - 5
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A collection of quality Scholastic titles about different ecosystems throughout the world.

 

Arctic/Antarctic

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Photographs and simple text explore the variety of animals that have adapted to life in the Arctic.

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Arctic Animals

Grades 1 - 3
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Bundle up and learn about all the animals tough enough to survive some of the coldest conditions on earth, including polar bears, narwhals, and harp seals.

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Habitats: Arctic Tundra

Grades 2 - 4
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This colorful, fact-filled book takes young readers on a journey to the Arctic tundra.

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Arctic Lights, Arctic Nights

Grades 3 - 5
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This book describes the unique light phenomena of the Alaskan Arctic and the way animals adapt to the temperature and daylight changes each month of the year.

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In the Desert

Grades K - 1
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What is it like in the desert?

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The Gobi Desert

Grades 1 - 2
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All about the Gobi Desert.

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Desert Giant

Grades 2 - 3
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Simple, easy-to-read text and appealing drawings document the life cycle of this amazing cactus tree and the creatures it helps to support.

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Deserts (A True Book: Ecosystems)

Grades 3 - 5
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This book briefly examines the geology and environment of deserts, as well as the people and animals who make them their homes.

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Introduces temperate forests, discusses the threats to them, and describes how the animals that live there survive.

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Life in the Ocean

Grades 3 - 5
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When Sylvia Earle was a little girl, she spent hours exploring all types of nature. She grew up to make a career out of swimming and diving among the creatures in her beloved ocean habitat.

 

Ponds

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In the Pond

Grades Pre-K - 1
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What animals swim in a pond?

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Life at the Pond

Grades K - 1
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This introduction to pond life features leveled text and color photographs.

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In the Rain Forest

Grades 1 - 2
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This introduction to creatures of the rain forest features leveled text and color photographs.

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The Rain Forest

Grades 1 - 3
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Expands upon the original title with fresh and updated content about all of the incredible plants and animals that live in the world's rainforests.

 

Wetlands

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Wetlands (A True Book: Ecosystems)

Grades 3 - 5
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A True Book all about the animals and plants of the wetlands and why wetlands are important to conserve. 

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This science reader uses inquiry-based instruction and the exploration of complex text and vocabulary to examine wetlands.

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