"This title in a nature series for the very young highlights the defining characteristics of various habitats, including the plant and animal life, using examples from around the world.
Award-winning author Cathryn Sill and her husband, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, offer young readers a first glimpse into grassland habitats. In simple, easy-to-understand language, this guide teaches children what grasslands are and what kinds of animals and plants live there.
John Sill’s beautifully detailed full-color illustrations reflect the diversity of grasslands— from North America’s tallgrass prairies to African savannas. A wide variety of the plants and animals that live in grassland habitats are also represented. A glossary and afterword provide young readers with further fascinating details."
Leveling Information
F&P (Fountas & Pinnell)
F&P Level: I
F&P Grade: 1-2
Cathryn Sill, a graduate of Western Carolina University, was an elementary school teacher for thirty years. She lives in North Carolina.
John Sill holds a BS in wildlife biology from North Carolina State University. Combining his knowledge of wildlife and artistic skill, John has achieved an impressive reputation as a wildlife artist and received several awards. He lives in North Carolina.
"...Great for classroom sharing." ?Booklist
"An award-winning nature series for the very young, the Sills' series are fabulously detailed and informative guides...beautifully illustrated...Perfect fodder to first-time book reports." ?Voice-Tribune
"...Clear, distinctive text narrates the facts about the habitat, its distinguishing characteristics, and the plant and animal life there ...The Sills' love of science is evident in the text and lovely, full-paged art that adds detail to the information..." ?Simply Science blog
"...Husband and wife team, Cathryn and John Sill, in their 'About...' and 'About Habitats...' series, are doing important work about nature and conservation. Their readable text and gorgeous art defines terms, explains habitats, and makes connections about the environment, living things and survival..." ?Hickory Ridge Reader
"...There is quite literally something for every level of reader...Absolutely a must have book and series for young scientists as well as those looking to learn more about the world we live in!" ?There's a Book blog
"...This is a beautiful book...It's simply beautiful. There is no other word that can describe this arrangement...The book itself gets you interested, and then it offers you a way to satisfy your emerging curiosity without having to track down more resources..." ?A Word's Worth blog
"Learn what grasslands are and how wildlife survives in diverse environments. Realistic illustrations. Includes map, glossary, and bibliography." ?Bank Street College of Education
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