Describes the desert environment and the different types of plants and animals that live there.

Describes the importance of rain forests, their plant and animal populations, and how they are threatened by deforestation. Focuses particularly on the damage humans have caused to rain forests and what can be done to save them. An African tale at the end encourages readers to apply their knowledge of rain forests.

Describes the major mountain ranges of the world, the plants, animals, and people living there, and how to protect their environment.

Examines plant and animal life, seashore riches, the danger from erosion and the potential havoc that people can cause.