| Blue Whales Contributor(s): Gunderson, Megan M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 161613447X ISBN-13: 9781616134471 Publisher: Checkerboard Library OUR PRICE: $29.79 Product Type: Library Binding - Other Formats Published: September 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals - Marine Life - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Zoology |
| Dewey: 599.524 |
| LCCN: 2010006441 |
| Series: Checkerboard Animal Library: Whales |
| Physical Information: 0.3" H x 7.8" W x 7.8" (0.45 lbs) 24 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 139613 Reading Level: 4.0 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Dive into Earth's oceans and discover the world of the blue whale Stunning, full-color photos show these gigantic whales above water and below. A range map reveals where these special sea creatures can be found. A labeled diagram helps readers identify flukes, flippers, and more. The blue whale's habitat, senses, threats, diet, reproduction, unique behaviors, and enormous size are also introduced. These whales are already more than 20 feet long at birth. Find out just how big they grow to become the largest creatures ever to have lived on Earth Plus, learn how deep blue whales can dive and the special way these baleen whales eat. A facts page, bolded glossary terms, and an index support the engaging, easy-to-read chapter text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. |