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Description

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The great northern forest—the boreal forest—is home to a unique ecosystem of animals and plants. It covers one-third of the earth’s total forest area and is home to so many birds that it is known as “North America’s bird nursery.”

The forest is a treasure trove of riches, but it’s threatened by increased human development and climate changes. This gorgeous book teaches readers about the boreal forest and reminds them that it’s up to us to make sure the beauty and bounty survive.

About the Author

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BRENDA Z. GUIBERSON has enjoyed walks through boreal trees and bogs, which inspired her towrite about this incredible forest. She is the author ofmany books, including the bestselling titles Cactus Hotel and Spoonbill Swamp. She lives near Seattle,Washington.

GENNADY SPIRIN has been awarded five Gold Medals from the Society of Illustrators and has been chosen four times for the NewYork Times Best Illustrated Books list.He lives in Princeton, New Jersey.

Praise for Life in the Boreal Forest…

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“This non-fiction book shows why the boreal forest, home to a unique ecosystem of plants and animals, is as big and important as tropical rain forests.”—USA Today

“Gorgeously intricate illustrations perfectly complement equally evocative text in this introduction to the great northern, or boreal, forest, which sprawls across the entire northern hemisphere…Guiberson and Spirin manage to successfully convey the beauty and majesty of this forest and its denizens in two dimensions, and a list of organizations devoted to preserving the forest provides further information. An author’s note adds urgency to the message about the importance of preservation.”—Booklist, Starred Review

“Taking readers through the seasons, Guiberson and Spirin present a verbal and pictorial treasury for nature lovers and young researchers alike.”—School Library Journal

“Beautiful and useful.”—Kirkus Reviews

 

“Each of the stunning paintings in this catalog of the Boreal Forest, the great northern forest, is breathtakingly beautiful. They are in the style of Audubon and other great naturalist painters. They breathe life into the creatures, give texture to their fur and feathers and capture a sense of place…”

                                             —The Oppenheim Toy Portfolio