Mountains by Charlotte Guillain

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From the book blurb:

Take a hike through alpine landscapes and snowy mountain peaks and discover Earth's diverse and delicate ecosystems. From the mighty Himalayas to the majestic Rockies, this book will take you on an amazing journey. See the different flora and fauna, learn about the diverse range of species and understand the importance of maintaining these beautiful, natural habitats.

This lyrical picture book shines a light on our planet's fragile ecosystems, from the smallest creatures to the largest predators, gently covering important topics such as global warming and the impact of humans on the natural world

My thoughts:
Beautifully-illustrated and full of interesting facts, Mountains by Charlotte Guillain is fantastic resource for elementary school teachers introducing mountains as a natural habitat. I usually prefer photo illustrations but I loved the colours, artistic details and colour scheme of this book.
It covers a range of topics: from making of a mountain( featuring the Himalayas, Iceland's volcanoes, the Alps, the Ands, the Rockies and the Rainbow mountains) to the animals that made them their home, including insects, birds and reptile alongside more familiar mammals.
I really appreciated the author's note on the eco challenges mountains face nowadays, related to human activity and global climate changes.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher (Words and Pictures/Quarto Group) for the ARC provided in exchange for an honest opinion.