Mammal Mania: 30 Activities and Observations for Exploring the World of Mammals

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This full-color book of marvelous mammalsprovides 30 hands-on activities to give interested children an overview of the wide varieties of mammals in their world

How big is a blue whale Why does a sloth crawl from the safety of a tree to the ground once a week How does a vampire bat feed

Young nature enthusiasts will find answers to these questions and learn all sorts of fascinating facts about mammals in this full-color, interactive book.Mammal Maniaexplores what makes mammals unique, as well as their anatomy, behavior, and conservation needs.

Readers will learn to build a squirrel feeder, write a putrid poem, make an animal tracking station, and much more.

Thirty hands-on activities promote observation and analysis, writing and drawing, math and science, and nature literacy skills.

YoungNaturalistsis akid-friendly series that introduces zoology and botany for upper elementary and middle-grades readers.

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"A handsome addition for public and school library STEM collections." Booklist

Author Bio

Lisa J. Amstutz holds degrees in biology and ecology/environmental science, and, as a former outdoor educator, she is passionate about connecting kids with nature. Amstutz is the author of more than 100 children's books and serves as assistant regional advisor for the Ohio: North chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.