A beginner’s guide to mountains that is an informative and beautiful resource for young students. ;;This volume from the acclaimed About Habitats series uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what mountains are and what kinds of animals and plants live there. ;;Noted wildlife illustrator John Sill provides stunning and realistic illustrations to depict the diversity of mountain landscapes?from the snow-covered peaks of the Himalaya Mountains to the forested slopes of the Appalachians. A glossary and afterword provide more details for further learning. ;;Perfect for early childhood and elementary units on geography, nature, and environment.