The Living Rain Forest Level 25-26

The Living Rain Forest takes readers deep into one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth. This engaging non-fiction text follows photographer and naturalist Nic Bishop as he explores the rainforest and its many layers. Bishop explains how the complex relationships between animals, plants, and the environment make this fragile habitat uniquely rich in life. With stunning close-up photography, detailed captions, fact boxes, and a blend of factual writing and opinion, readers are introduced to key scientific concepts in an accessible way. The book also includes a contents page, glossary, and index to support information retrieval and research. Students are encouraged to explore the form and function of text features such as graphs, maps, and diagrams, and to compare this book with other texts by the same author. With themes of environmental conservation and biodiversity, this title offers an excellent springboard for cross-curricular learning.

Educational Benefits

• Encourages understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity
• Develops nonfiction reading and comprehension strategies
• Reinforces vocabulary development with scientific terms
• Promotes critical thinking by comparing facts and opinions

Classroom Ideas

• Create a class rainforest mural identifying species from the book
• Use the index and glossary for a scavenger hunt activity
• Compare the rainforest to local Australian habitats
• Write a research report on rainforest conservation efforts

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 8+
• Book dimensions: 200mm x 210mm
• Durable softcover; printed with child-safe, non-toxic ink
• No small parts; safe for use in classroom settings