Zebra Mussels

by Martha London

Overview

This title explores the role of zebra mussels in introduced environments, how humans helped spread the species, the threats they pose to ecosystems, and efforts being taken to manage them. This book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a “That’s Amazing!” special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3–5 and interest levels of grades 4–7.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781644938607
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Series:	Invasive Species
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	720L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Freshwater Problem 5

Chapter 2 Crossing the Atlantic 9

That's Amazing! Natural Water Filter 14

Chapter 3 Invading Spaces 17

Chapter 4 Prevention Is Key 23

Focus on Zebra Mussels 30

Glossary 31

To Learn More 32

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

"Straightforward, thorough text continues to describe how these invasive species traveled to different parts of the world, their impacts on food webs, and why they are difficult to contain....An appealing combination of STEM and high-interest reading." —Booklist

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