African Lionesses: Hunters of the Pride

by Jaclyn Jaycox

Overview

Lions are called “king of beasts.” But a pride is made of mainly females. These mighty beasts hunt and bring back food for the whole pride. The group also depends on the females to care for young. Take a close look at African lions and the important roles lionesses play to ensure a pride’s survival.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781666343038
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	Queens of the Animal Universe
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	570L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

About the Author

Jaclyn Jaycox is a children’s book author and editor. When she’s not writing, she loves reading and spending time with her family. She lives in southern Minnesota with her husband, two kids, and a spunky goldendoodle.

Table of Contents

Lionesses Rule! 4

Meet the African Lion 6

Powerful Bodies 10

Lion Prides 14

All in a Day's Work 16

Teamwork 24

Amazing African Lion Facts 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

Focus on species where females are dominant provides a high-interest angle and helps to combat gender stereotypes;