"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to life on a mountain. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Focusing on the work of University of Montana professor Richard Hutto, this book tells the story of how dozens of species of birds use the burn areas of wildfires. At least 15 bird species prefer burned forests to all other habitats.--

Describes the geography, climate, and ecology of the Appalachians and discusses their role in history and culture, the life of the people that live there, and their contemporary economic uses.

An introduction to the Appalachian Mountains, which run through eighteen states.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to the physical characteristics and geographic locations of mountains"--Provided by publisher.