Life in Extreme Places (Life Science Stories) - Softcover

Gray, Leon

9781433987168: Life in Extreme Places (Life Science Stories)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1433987163 ISBN 13: 9781433987168

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2013

Readers will discover how plants and animals survive living in places as extreme as the bottom of an ocean, the edge of a cliff, and the slopes of a mountain. Readers journey through some of Earths harshest environmentsincluding hot deserts and frozen polar landsto explore the life that can be found there. Fascinating facts about how plants and animals have adapted to life in the most incredible places on Earth are presented through accessible text. Bright photographs accompany these facts, showcasing the exotic places and amazing animals that are highlighted throughout. Essential science concepts, such as biomes and adaptations, are detailed for readers on each page.

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About the Author:

Leon Gray is a highly experienced children's book author who has written titles on many subjects, from science and geography to world issues. Before becoming an author, he worked in book publishing in London. Leon now lives in Scotland and is married with three children.

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