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PublisherCapstone

ISBN-101404839852

ISBN-139781404839854

eBay Product ID (ePID)63649053

Product Key Features

Book TitlePlatypus' World

Number of Pages24 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicAnimals / Mammals

Publication Year2008

IllustratorYes, Arnold, Caroline

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction

AuthorCaroline Arnold

Book SeriesCaroline Arnold's Animals Ser.

FormatLibrary Binding

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight0.9 Oz

Item Length10.8 in

Item Width10.8 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceElementary/High School

LCCN2007-032890

TitleLeadingA

ReviewsEach of these books describes one Australian mammal. Arnold opens with a brief entry stating where the mammal lives and its habitat, food, length, weight, animal class, and scientific name. Her narrative of a female's life from birthing preparations through raising the young cleverly contrasts with distinctly hued boxes of fast facts, such as the length of a platypus's burrow or size of a newborn wombat. Along the way, readers will also learn to identify other species in the biome, via captioned images. In both titles, the cut-paper illustrations in scenic spreads feature a night-time palette of indigo, olive, mocha, and burnt sienna. Back matter includes a map of the habitat, six fun facts, and instructions for accessing FactHound's site to research related topics. Visually engaging and brimming with data, these books are perfect for reports on these animals or the Australian continent., A fact page at the beginning informs the reader that the platypus lives in Australia at the edges of bodies of water. It eats worms, insects, fish eggs, water plants, and other small aquatic life. A platypus is an unusual type of mammal called a monotreme because it lays eggs and provides milk after the babies are hatched. The narrative then follows one platypus as she searches for food in the night, becomes pregnant, builds a nest, and lays two tiny eggs which stick to the fur on her belly. Ten days later the babies hatch and begin drinking milk through tiny holes in the mother's skin. The mother platypus must avoid predators, such as foxes, dingoes, and owls, as she searches for her own food. When the babies are six weeks old, they emerge from the nest and learn to swim. At five months old they are ready to survive on their own, and in another year and a half they will be ready to mate and produce the next generation of platypuses. Large, realistic illustrations contribute to the meaning and understanding of the descriptions. A map shows the small area of the world inhabited by platypuses, and a page of "Fun Facts" adds further details about this unusual species., Life-like, cut-paper illustrations enhance the simple, informative text in this eye-catching picture book about the platypus. The platypus' natural habitat, diet, and life-cycle are detailed for young readers. This NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book for 2009 can be used in a group or individual setting to illustrate adaptations, challenge ideas on classification, or simply motivate budding scientists who are fascinated with the diversity of organisms. Fact boxes provide additional information, extending the learning potential of the book and inspiring repeated reading. The book also includes a map, a glossary, an index, and a list of more books and websites to continue learning. It's appropriate for primary through middle elementary students for independent reading., Descriptive text and earth-tone cut-paper illustrations introduce two intriguing Australian mammals and their lifestyles. The narratives are read aloud with the grace and excitement of a well-told story, as vivid language, well-chosen details, and engaging images captivate readers' imaginations.

Dewey Edition22

Grade FromKindergarten

Number of Volumes1 vol.

Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School

Dewey Decimal599.2/9

Grade ToSecond Grade

SynopsisNear a stream in Australia, a platypus hatches from its egg. As it gets older, the young platypus learns to find food in the stream. Take a swim through this book and find out what happens in a platypus' world., Features Glossary/Index/Sidebars/Fun Facts/Maps/Book List/Content Consultants/Dust Jackets Safe Web sites at www.FactHound.comStandards Benchmarks for Science Literacy: The Living Environment: Diversity of Life, National Science Education Standards: Life Science Content Standards C: The Characteristics of Organisms: Organisms and Environments Quizzes at www.picturewindowbooks.com

LC Classification NumberQL737.M72A76 2008