Will We Miss Them?: Endangered Species Contributor(s): Wright, Alexandra (Author), Peck III, Marshall (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0881064882 ISBN-13: 9780881064889 Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing OUR PRICE: $7.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: February 1992 Annotation: This intriguing book introduces children to the fascinating lives and challenges of endangered species from the unique perspective of an 11-year-old author. The book helps readers learn about endangered species as the first step toward saving them. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Environmental Science & Ecosystems - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Endangered |
Dewey: 333.951 |
LCCN: 91073359 |
Lexile Measure: 860 |
Series: Reading Rainbow Books |
Physical Information: 0.1" H x 10" W x 8" (0.30 lbs) 32 pages |
Themes: - Holiday - Earth Day - Topical - Ecology - Topical - Home Schooling |
Accelerated Reader Info |
Quiz #: 7598 Reading Level: 5.3 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: An inspiring look at endangered animals that introduces readers to the fascinating lives and challenges of species facing extinction from around the world. Did you know that a Galapagos tortoise can live to be 200 years old if nothing harms it? And yet, the Galapagos tortoise is an endangered species. Realistic color illustrations feature various animals in their natural habitats while engaging text teaches both about the species and what can be done to help protect them. Readers will be inspired to start their own research into more ways they can make a difference and help protect these beautiful creatures. |