Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781643690216)

With a uniquely diverse living outdoor laboratory, Yellowstone National Park offers researchers and scientists from around the world an opportunity to study a wide range of subjects throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate zone ecosystems in the world. This 48-page book helps young readers learn about research - past and present - in this unique natural laboratory.

The Natural Laboratory: Scientists in National Parks series takes a look at the research and responsibilities of scientists working in U.S. national parks. Each 7.5 x 10 photo-filled book explores the topography of the park, its natural resources, the specific projects that have been undertaken there and why these projects are significant. Each 48-page book in the series also features quotes from scientists working in the featured park, to better explain to readers how and why things are done

Author: Robin Michal Koontz
ISBN-10: 1643690213
ISBN-13: 9781643690216
Publisher: Rourke Educational Media
Language: English
Published: 01/25/2019
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.60w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 7.1
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 501728 / Yellowstone