Endangered Animals of the Desert (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers)

Endangered Animals of the Desert (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers)

by William B. Rice
Endangered Animals of the Desert (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers)

Endangered Animals of the Desert (TIME FOR KIDS Nonfiction Readers)

by William B. Rice

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Overview

Many desert animals around the world are in danger of becoming extinct. In this enlightening nonfiction title, readers will learn a few of the causes of extinction in the desert and what problems extinction causes for animals, wildlife, and humans alike. Through informational text featuring Time For Kids© content, vibrant photos of animals, and useful charts and diagrams, readers will learn about habit loss, ways that animal activists help to protect animals, and helpful tips to get involved in conserving biodiversity. This book also includes text features such as a table of contents, glossary, and index, as well as resources like a bibliography and a list of websites for learning more. This high-interest book will engage students and inspire them to do what they can to protect deserts and the animals that live there!

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781433349362
Publisher: Teacher Created
Publication date: 03/01/2013
Series: TIME FOR KIDS: Informational Text
Edition description: Second Edition
Pages: 64
Product dimensions: 5.46(w) x 7.88(h) x 0.18(d)
Lexile: 820L (what's this?)
Age Range: 9 - 11 Years

About the Author

Dona does not know which is more fun-learning about the world through science, or writing books for children that tell all about it. She is glad she does not have to decide and can do both!

Table of Contents

Deserted 4

Life on the Planet 6

Endangered 10

North American Deserts 14

African Deserts 24

Asian Deserts 34

South American Deserts 40

Australian Deserts 46

A Helping Hand 54

Glossary 58

Index 60

Bibliography 62

More to Explore 63

About the Author 64

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