Description
An award-winning first glimpse into the diverse natural world of mammals. From Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the About… and About Habitats series.
“Pre-school and primary-grade teachers will find this an attractive choice for units on mammals.” ―Booklist
In this addition to the acclaimed About… series, former educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what mammals are, what they eat, and where they live.
With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to the huge variety of mammals, from the tiny White-footed Deermouse to the large American Bison. An afterword provides more details.
About Mammals is part of the award-winning About… series, ideal for casual exploration as well as for early childhood and elementary studies in science, animal life, and nature.
Reviews
“The paintings draw viewers in with their warmth, charm, and accuracy…. This is ideal for storytimes…” ―School Library Journal
“Pre-school and primary-grade teachers will find this an attractive choice for units on mammals.” ―Booklist
“A quality book for introducing mammals, it is also well bound and worthy of addition to the young reader’s library.” ―NSTA Recommends
Awards
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 ―National Science Teachers Association, Children’s Book Council, 1998
NSTA Recommends – National Science Teachers Association, 2014
More Details
AR Level: 2.1
Lexile: AD300L
Themes: Mammal Behavior, Mammal Characteristics, Mammal Habitats
BISAC 1: JNF003140 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Mammals
BISAC 2: JNF051100 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems
BISAC 3: JNF051150 JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / Zoology