At one time rainforests covered about 14% of the earth\'s surface; now they\'re reduced to just 6%.
Laura lives in the Bay Area in California..
Her artwork has been used to raise funds for many wildlife organizations.
Laura Regan is nationally known for her rich, contemporary style of painting and her many award-winning children\'s books featuring exotic flora and fauna.
When not visiting classrooms across the country, Tony teaches education courses at York College in York, PA.
He is the author of many nature and animal books for children, including several award-winning titles. (Tony) Fredericks is a frequent traveler to the rainforests of Hawaii and Central America.
In A is for Anaconda young readers will meet the many endangered plant and animal species, understand the progression of a food web, and appreciate why the Rainforest has been called the world\'s medicine chest.
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Exotic inhabitants including the basilisk lizard and kinkajou are highlighted, along with explanations of forest structure such as understory and canopy.
Nature writer Anthony Fredericks gives an A-Z tour of the many facets and fascinating facts of these tropical environments.
A is for Anaconda: A Rainforest Alphabet explores the world\'s rainforests as it explains their important role and showcases their wonders.
As home to some of the most diverse plant and animal species ever known, this decline has grave implications for both man and animal kingdoms.
At one time rainforests covered about 14% of the earth\'s surface; now they\'re reduced to just 6%
