Rain Forests (Magic Tree House Research Guide)
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The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie!! When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #5: Afternoon on the Amazon, they had lots of questions. How much rain falls in a rain forest? What is the world's heaviest insect? What the heck is a sausage tree? Why is it important to preserve the world's rain forests? Find out the answers to these questions and more as Jack and Annie track the facts. Filled with up-to-date information, photos, illustrations, and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Trackers are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures. And teachers can use Fact Trackers alongside their Magic Tree House fiction companions to meet common core text pairing needs. Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!
Discussion points
What do you think it would feel like to stand in the middle of a rainforest?
If you could meet any animal from the book in real life, which one would you choose and why?
Can you explain how the rainforest helps the planet?
How are the plants and animals in the rainforest connected?
If you had the power to protect rainforests, what actions would you take?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to use their imagination. Ask them to visualize the scenes and creatures described in the book.
Facilitate a connection between the book’s material and your child’s own world. Discuss the importance of local wildlife and green spaces.
Promote empathy by discussing the perspectives of the various creatures and people who rely on the rainforest.
Use the book as a starting point for a small project like making a rainforest collage, drawing their favorite rainforest animal, or researching more about rainforest conservation.
Encourage critical thinking by asking what changes they might expect if rainforests were not protected.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Environmental Responsibility
Explanation: The book delves into the importance of rainforests and the role they play in the global ecosystem, educating children on how these forests contribute to our planet's health.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and engage in activities that support the environment like recycling, conserving water, or planting trees in their community.
Example Lesson: Biodiversity Importance
Explanation: Through vivid descriptions and facts, children learn about the diverse species that inhabit rainforests and why each plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to respect wildlife and understand the significance of conservation efforts in preserving animal habitats.
Example Lesson: Scientific Curiosity
Explanation: The book encourages exploration and learning by posing questions and providing answers about the rainforest’s complex systems and phenomena.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to explore nature, ask questions, and seek knowledge about the world around them, fostering a lifelong love for science.
Example Lesson: Cultural Awareness
Explanation: Readers are introduced to the various indigenous peoples who live in rainforests, their cultures, and how these are intertwined with the forest's health.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children to respect and value different cultures and understand the global connection between people and nature.
Example Lesson: Conservation Ethics
Explanation: The book illustrates the ongoing threats to rainforests like deforestation and encourages a conversation on conservation needs.
Real-World Application: It aids in nurturing a sense of responsibility towards ethical consumption and supporting sustainable products and practices.