This beginner?s guide offers a first glimpse into the diverse and natural world of mammals.In this addition to the acclaimed About? series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-unders
This beginner?s guide offers a first glimpse into the diverse and natural world of mammals.
In this addition to the acclaimed About? series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what mammals are, what they eat, and where they live. With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to the huge variety of mammals, from the tiny White-footed Deermouse to the large American Bison. An afterword provides details on the animals featured and inspires readers to learn more.
?Pre-school and primary-grade teachers will find this an attractive choice for units on mammals.?
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In this revised book from the acclaimed About... series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, non-fiction narrative and easy-to-understand language including vivid verbs to teach children about mammals; characteristics, survival, behaviors, habitats, predator and prey, and protection of. Illustrator John Sill introduces readers to many varieties of mammals using detailed illustrations, from the tiny white-footed deer mouse to the enormous blue whale. An afterword provides facts on the mammals featured, glossary of new vocabulary, and websites for further investigation.
Curriculum Connections: Revised series Non-fiction narrative; Life Science: mammals; characteristics; behaviors; survival; predator/prey; habitats; protection of; strong picture support; Text features: informational backmatter; glossary; related websites for further investigation
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First guides that describe clearly and simply how animals look, where they live, what they eat, how they defend themselves, and how they care for their young. Back matter provides further detail.
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?The paintings draw viewers in with their warmth, charm, and accuracy?. This is ideal for storytimes??
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