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The Rainforest Book

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I always love DK books. They do a phenomenal job of showcasing the information in a way that is appealing to readers of all ages. There are many times that I recommend a children's DK book to an adult reader simply because the information is accessible and entertaining in these books. This particular book has beautiful imagery, and allows readers to learn amazing facts about the rainforest. Overall, a wonderful book.

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I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. I really like these DK books done by Milner. They are bright and colorful and smaller so easier for a child to hold and there's tons of great information.

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This is a colorful and fun book for little ones about the rainforest. It will make a great educational tool for teachers and parents alike. Learning should be fun and this is a resource to help that happen.

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The Rainforest Book by Charlotte Milner is a children's nonfiction book currently scheduled for release on February 2 2021. Sweep aside the liana vines, hop over the giant roots of the kapok tree, and follow the sound of the howler monkey as you venture into the tropical rainforest. Find out about some of the amazing animals that live there, learn about the enormous variety of life-giving plants, and discover why the Amazon rainforest is known as the 'lungs' of our Earth. In this book, Charlotte Milner continues to highlight the important ecological issues faced by our planet, following on from The Bee Book, The Sea Book, and The Bat Book. Did you know that over half of our planet's wildlife live in the rainforest? And that at least two meters of rain falls in the rainforest every year? The world's rainforests are packed with amazing animals and plants, from the deadly poison dart frog, to the stinky rafflesia flower--there is plenty to discover! As our planet's climate crisis becomes even more critical, with forest fires raging in the Amazon, The Rainforest Book is the perfect way to introduce little nature-lovers to this enchanting yet threatened world. This celebration of the rainforest shows children just how important it is, and reminds them that it is up to us to care for our planet and its wildlife.

The Rainforest Book is a well researched, illustrated, and written book. I thought the information was very interesting, and I learned a few new things even though I thought myself well versed on the subject. I liked that the information was well rounded but straightforward with no judgement, just the facts. I thought the illustrations and page formats were very well thought out and executed. It captured, built up, and maintained my attention, and I expect it will do the same for other readers. I also liked that in all the information, there is also detailed things that can help readers make choices that will lessen their impact on the environment in general, and the rainforests specifically. There are opportunities for the readers to get hands on, and to have an impact. My only complaint is one I often have with nonfiction materials, and that is that there was no suggested reading or similarly themed addition in the endpages. I was glad for the creature index, but suggested books, websites, or organizations listed in one place at the end of the book would make me very happy.

I think fans of Milner's previous book will want to add The Rainforest Book to their collection. Readers that have not been following this collection, but love learning about nature and the environment will also get a great deal from this book.

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This book introduces us to a lot of basic information about rainforests. We learn about different classifications of forests; zones; how plaints propagate; the animals and the complexities of their interplay; and of course the role of rainforests in the world at large. Each of these ideas get just a page or two so it's a very simple introduction. A decent choice for elementary aged kids.

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This is the cutest book!! This would be a great book for a classroom library or a book for a child who loves the rainforest or wants to learn more about it. This book has wonderful illustrations of animals and what the rainforest looks like. This is an all about the rainforest book, and so you learn all about all different things.

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This beautifully illustrated guide to rainforest will grab the attention of even the most reluctant reader. You can open to any page and find detailed illustrations, diagrams, or maps that explain topics from just what is a rainforest to plants and animals to the effects of deforestation. There's even instructions on how to create your own mini rainforest in a jar. This book is a must have for any elementary school child who is obsessed with all things rainforest, or for any teacher that teaches a rain forest unit.

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Thank you NetGalley for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely love the simplicity of this cover!

The book is unique and educational. It was a great read for my kids and I.

Overall, I'd definitely read more books by this author.

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I read this book with my 5 year old daughter. To be quite honest, I completely expected her to be bored because there is so much information in the book. However, I was delightedly surprised that she loved every moment of it and asked to read it again. She loved the artwork and she loved learning about the plants and animals in the rainforest. The book is well thought out and contains a wealth of information for kids of all ages to enjoy. I highly recommend this book both for reading pleasure and for an extra supplement for a rainforest curriculum for young kids.

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Learn more about the rainforest, from the animals in it to the plants, the foundations, how to save it, and everything. A great book that really touches on everything in the rainforest. It has tons of gorgeous artworks and acts. It would definitely make a great read for kids!

*Thanks Netgalley and DK for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*

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