My Water Comes From the Mountains by Tiffany Fourment
This book introduces children to the nation’s watershed, the Continental Divide, and how snowmelt forms the headwaters of the rivers and streams that bring life to the land below. The entire water cycle is described, from evaporation to glacier formation, and the various life zones that water runs through on its way from alpine tundra […]
A Day On the Mountain by Kevin Kurtz
Come spend A Day on the Mountain, the follow up to Kevin Kurtzs award-winning first book, A Day in the Salt Marsh. Rhyming verse and vibrant illustrations take readers up a mountain, from the forested bottom to the snow-covered top. While climbing, they witness the changing habitats and meet the plants and animals that live […]
Mountains of the World by Dieter Braun
Mountains have been the fascination (and sometimes the downfall) of adventurers and explorers throughout history. Meet the animal inhabitants of these rocky peaks, as well as the brave travelers who challenged their great heights. Climb into this immersive book and explore the top of the world, from the peaks of Kilimanjaro to the summit of […]
Mountains: Explore Earth’s Majestic Mountain Habitats (World of Wonder)
From the mighty Himalayas to the majestic Rockies, this book will take you on an amazing journey. See the different flora and fauna, learn about the diverse range of species, and understand the importance of maintaining these beautiful, natural habitats. This lyrical picture book looks at plants, animals, and land formations in Earth’s amazing mountain ecosystems, […]
Sierra by Diane Siebert
“In this celebration of the American landscape, Siebert’s measured verses convey the majesty of the mountain personified, Sierra herself. Minor’s stunning acrylic paintings evoke the breathtaking beauty of his subject. There is a siren’s-song quality to this lovely book [and] readers might well feel how tragically possible it is for us to love our wilderness […]