Whales : new and updated / Gail Gibbons.
Did you know that whales breathe air just like people do? How about that a blue whale is one of the biggest mammals that ever lived? Discover these fascinating facts and more in this updated deep-dive into the biology of whales, including the latest information on whale sizes and statistics, how and why some whales use echolocation, and stories of recent whale rescue efforts. Perfect for young readers studying the natural world, simple text and watercolor art explore the anatomy, evolution, diet, and more of these majestic ocean creatures. Captions identify different species, vocabulary words (with pronunciations), and key facts. A "Whale Tales" section with bonus trivia is included at the end. Gail Gibbons is a titan in the field of children's nonfiction, having published over 120 nonfiction books for kids, including the Sharks and Sea Turtles, and having sold hundreds of thousands of books. Whales is a vital tool for anyone who wants to begin conversations with kids about the importance of protecting this magnificent species. This title is part of the Explore the World . . . with Gail Gibbons series, which promotes active learning, good citizenship, and student leadership.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780823451753
- ISBN: 0823451755
- Physical Description: 32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
- Edition: New and updated, second edition.
- Publisher: New York, NY : Holiday House, [2022]
Content descriptions
Target Audience Note: | 4-8 years 750 Lexile. NC590L Lexile Decoding demand: 75 (high) Semantic demand: 93 (very high) Syntactic demand: 91 (very high) Structure demand: 81 (very high) Lexile |
Study Program Information Note: | Accelerated Reader AR LG 4.0 0.5 51297. Reading Counts RC K-2 3.8 2 Quiz: 12335 Guided reading level: N. Accelerated Reader Grades K-4 4 0.5 Quiz 51297 English non-fiction, vocabulary quiz available. Accelerated Reader AR LG 4 0.5 51297. |
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Subject: | Whales > Juvenile literature. |
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