Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

Community living-how living things depend on each other -- Ponds and lakes-wildlife by the water -- Woods and forests-fruits of the forest -- Seashore-beachside living -- Biomes-climates around the world -- Rainforests-tropical species -- Deserts-surviving in the sun -- Oceans-living underwater -- Threat to habitats-endangered species -- What can we do?-protecting the planet -- Wildlife garden-making a habitat of your own -- Living with nature-looking after the environment -- Useful words.

Provides a close-up look at the seasons, what causes them, what happens in each season, and how the seasons affect people all over the world.