Polar Animal Adaptations (Amazing Animal Adaptations)

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How do animals survive in planet Earth's most extreme regions Snow, ice, and subzero temps make the North and South Poles nearly impossible places to live. But several animals from musk oxen to penguins call these regions home. Find out how their amazing behaviors and body parts have adapted to these harsh conditions. With full-color photographs and engaging, easy-to-read text, Amazing Animal Adaptations are perfect for pre-reader and early reader nonfiction fans.

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This series describes how animals adapt by using body coverings, body parts, and behavior; each title covers a different geographic region. The full color photographs help students understand the text and concepts discussed as well as hold their attention. Younger students can also learn about the components of nonfiction books. The summary chart at the end of the book offers a good review of each animal's adaptations. Recommended.-- "Library Media Connection"

Author Bio

Lisa Amstutz is the author of seven science books for children, one adult nonfiction title and many magazine and newspaper articles. Her educational background includes a B.A. in Biology and an M.S. in Environmental Science/Ecology. Lisa taught outdoor education for several years and still enjoys sharing her love of nature with children. Lisa lives on a six-acre hobby farm in rural Ohio with her husband and four children.