Book Detail

Pocket Babies And Other Amazing Marsupials

Publication Information
Author:  Collard, Sneed B. III Illustrator:  
Title:  Pocket Babies And Other Amazing Marsupials Date:  2007
Publisher:  Darby Creek Publishing City:  Plain City, OH
ISBN, paperback:  13-978-1-58196-046-4 ISBN, hardback:  

Recommended audience:
ABE/ABLE:   Yes ESOL:   Yes
Family:   Yes Young Adult:  
Picture:   Yes

General Information:
Book Type(s):    nonfiction

HSE Descriptor(s):    science

Summary:
A fascinating introduction to the many kinds of marsupials, or animals who carry their young in pouches, in North America and Australia. Author includes a glossary, index, bibliography, and suggestions for further reading.

Teaching Ideas:
Students could choose a marsupial to investigate in more depth, then develop a presentation for the rest of the class. Students could compare and contrast the 3 different types of mammals. Students can check one or more of the WWW sites listed at the end to find additional information. If a zoo is nearby, invite a guest speaker or take a field trip.

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bullet Venn Diagrams
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Keywords: select any link below for a list of resources which also have that keyword
bullet Science > biology > zoology > wildlife
bullet Science > biology > zoology > animal behavior
bullet Science > biology > zoology > mammals
bullet Geography > locations > continents/regions > Australia
bullet Science > biology > zoology > endangered species


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