Traces the life cycle of an oak tree and describes the animals that depend on it for shelter and food.

Describes the various types of forests, elements that make up a forest ecosystem, the wide range of plant and animal species that live in different forests, and the importance of forests to the rest of the Earth.

Provides readers with interesting facts about trees and introduces the concept of forest ecology. Includes glossary.

Discusses the ecology, plant and animal life, temperature of the rain forests and their benefits to humans.

"In an era of cell phone addiction and ever-expanding cities, many of us fear we've lost our connection to nature--but Peter Wohlleben is convinced that age-old ties linking humans to the forest remain alive and intact. Whether we observe it or not, our blood pressure stabilizes near trees, the color green calms us, and the forest sharpens our senses. Drawing on new scientific discoveries, The Heartbeat of Trees reveals the profound interactions humans...

Describes the unique plants and animals that exist in tropical rainforests, their interdependence, and their importance to the world's ecology.