Step into the visual feast of the rain- forest; page after page of beautiful side-by- side images of plants and animals in their vibrant glory. Themes of conservation and the importance of this fragile ecosystem are included in a light way to add weight, with- out tilting into climate anxiety. The splen- dor of the rainforest and appreciation of its creatures are set up as that crucial first step in appreciating an ecosystem for its future pro- tection. VERDICT Perfect for public libraries and home collections that appeal to budding environmentalists and nature lovers.