A glimpse into the world of nature for young children. There are illustrations of different species of animals and plants showing how each has adapted to life in these habitats.

"The people who live among the high peaks of the Himalayas tell stories of a mysterious animal called the gray ghost. To see one, you'd have to be very lucky indeed. Join a zoologist in the Himalayan mountains as he searches for the elusive creature. With her pale gold and silver-gray coat painted with black rosettes, she blends so well into the boulders, it's no wonder she's thought of as a ghost of the mountains. But the fortunate few who spot her...

"Discover the stories of explorers -- the most ancient to the modern day -- from the deepest depths of the ocean to the highest mountains in the world. In this book you'll find true stories about Marco Polo's Silk Road, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay's conquest of Everest, and Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong's trip to the moon, and much more. Learn all about the explorers who discovered the unknown and made the world the place we know today"--Provided...

Magnificent mountains tower above everything, keeping watch over planet Earth. Take a closer look and discover the unexpected treasures these ancient giants hold. Journey around the world to see the wildlife, landscapes, and natural wonders of these ever-changing monuments of rock. Take a hike through alpine landscapes and snowy mountain peaks and discover Earth's diverse and delicate ecosystems.

"Take a journey to the highest and most beautiful mountain range in the world--the Himalayas. A magical destination, thought to be the soul of our planet. This book treks up, down, and through these magnificent mountains, revealing the history and legends of Nepal, India and Tibet along the away. Meet the people and the wildlife who live a wondrous life in the cold, white mountains; climb Everest to reach the top of the world. Adventure awaits!"--...

"A mountain with a deadly curse, a superstitious grandfather, and a granddaughter who will change everything... This Korean folktale about having the right mindset is beautifully retold and illustrated by Dayeon Auh."-- Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to mountains. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

"There is a place where a mountain grows. It is the highest spot on Earth, the ultimate challenge for mountain-climbing adventurers, the towering figure of Sagarmatha, the Goddess of the Sky ... Welcome to Mount Everest. In this stunning book, travel back to the mountain's ancient origins, learn about the flora and fauna of its great flanks, and discover the rich culture and history surrounding it."-- Provided by publisher.