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Rain Forest People by Edward Parker describes the lives of the Amazon's indigenous "forgotten people," detailing their cultural practices and daily survival. The book explains what crops are grown in a rain-forest garden and why Dyaks live in communal houses, illustrating the community structure of these peoples. It also discusses the ongoing destruction of rain forests, the economic and environmental reasons for that loss, and its global impact, as well as conservation efforts aimed at protecting these areas.
Quick Summary
The book takes readers deep into the Amazon to meet the fascinating "forgotten people" who have figured out incredible ways to live in the world's most intense rainforest. Kids will be amazed by the surprising facts about rain forest gardens, the clever crops these communities grow, and the surprising reasons why Dyaks build massive communal houses that shelter whole villages under one roof. If your kid loves exploring far-off places and different cultures like in National Geographic Kids books or enjoys learning how other kids live around the world, they will be totally hooked. This book is perfect for kids in grades 4 through 7 who are curious about world cultures and rainforests.