Rain Forests: Gardens of Green

by Laura Purdie Salas

What is the weather like in a rain forest? Why do so few animals live on the rain forest floor? Explore the colorful feathers, fur, plants, and petals inside this book, and find out what makes tropical rain forests one of Earths treasures.

Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Laura Purdie Salas is the author of more than 130 books for kids and teens, including WATER CAN BE... (Millbrook, 2014), A LEAF CAN BE... (Millbrook, 2012), and BOOKSPEAK! POEMS ABOUT BOOKS (Clarion, 2011). She loves to introduce kids to poetry and help them find poems they can relate to, no matter what their age, mood, and personality.

Laura is a thinker, a cupcake and brownie addict, and an adventurer (as long as it doesn't involve skydiving).

Reviews

[Donna]

RAIN FORESTS: GARDENS OF GREEN Having only recently become aware of the books by Laura Purdie Salas, I am slowly discovering her genius in imparting nonfiction subjects in such a beautiful, concise, clear way compelling enough, not just for children, but for adults.

I can't say enough about the perfect execution of these books and the pairing with the illustrations. After reading this book (and others), I feel like I have a very good understanding of the makings of a rain forest. I also love the additional information at the back of these books, too, which include instructions for a diorama! How wonderful! :)