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Treecology
Treecology

Treecology

30 Activities and Observations for Exploring the World of Trees and Forests

By Monica Russo, Photographs by Kevin Byron

Young Naturalists

JUVENILE NONFICTION

144 Pages, 11 x 8.5

Formats: Trade Paper, PDF, Mobipocket, EPUB

Trade Paper, $17.99 (US $17.99) (CA $23.99)

Publication Date: September 2016

ISBN 9781613733967

Rights: WOR

Chicago Review Press (Sep 2016)

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Overview

An engaging introduction to the ecology of trees and forests, Treecology contains over 100 beautiful color images of trees, leaves, blooms, forest wildlife, and more. Kids learn about the interwoven lives of plants and animals making up the forest community: the food, nesting sites, and safe roosting and resting places that trees and forests provide to wildlife. This useful book also includes “street trees” commonly seen along city streets and parks, allowing any child to learn about their local tree communities. Through 30 simple and fun activities, young readers learn how to obverse the diversity of leaf shapes, the textures of tree bark, and evidence of forest creatures. The activities promote the development of science, writing, math, arts and crafts, and observation skills. Also included are a glossary and list of teacher topics for classroom use.

Reviews

"Treecology provides an amazingly thorough overview of trees and their ecology in everyday language. Suggested activities and wonderful photos make it easy for kids to participate while having fun learning." —Eileen Willard, instructor in dendrology (the study of trees), University of New Hamphire


“A labor of love reflecting years of experience in the field as well as in writing for young readers, [Treecology] offers a path to interesting explorations of the natural world.” —Kirkus Reviews


“[A] comprehensive introduction to forests and trees that emphasizes appreciating the small changes and recurring patterns in nature.” —Publishers Weekly


"This is a fascinating book that will increase your awareness and love for the natural beauty that coexists with us." —Story Monsters Ink


“[F]ull of science facts and activities for young nature enthusiasts.” —Parenting Healthy


“Recommended for research projects involving trees and plant life.” —School Library Journal


“An excellent new nature activity book for kids.” —ScienceBlogs.com

Author Biography

Monica Russo is the author and illustrator of children’s nature books including BirdologyChilly CreaturesAmazing InsectsTree Almanac, and others. She is an experienced birdwatcher, leaf collector, and founding member of the Maine Entomological Society, and has studied field and lab botany. Kevin Byron is a photographer who specializes in nature and wildlife images. His work has appeared in Watching NatureBirdScope magazine, the New York Times, the Kennebunk Post, and other publications. They live in Kennebunk, Maine.