Books




 * [|T] he Great Kapok Tree by: Lynne Cherry

This book is about a young boy who travels into the rainforest to cut down a great Kapok tree, Instead he falls asleep and has an enlightening dream. In his dream, all of the animals come up to him and tell him how important the tree is to them as a home. The main theme of the story is rainforest conservation, and the boy leaves the forest without cutting down the tree.



Growing Up Yanomam'o by: Mike Dawson

This book is about the story of a young boy and his experiences growing up. He goes on many adventures with animals, nature, and people, and they all take place in the rainforest. It is a unique story with lots of adventure.

__Bringing the Boy Home__ by: N.A. Nelson

This chapter book tells a fictional story of two thirteen year old boys that meet in the Amazon rain forest. Although the two boys grew up in different places, they are both from the rain forest. The author alternates point of views in the book between the two boys, telling about their different struggles and their journeys.


 * Spirit of the Rainforest **** by: Mark Ritchie

This book presents a first hand account of living among the Yanomamo people. The main character, from Western civilization, is surprised to find that he can live in perfect harmony here in his natural environment. ** **