Buffalo Sunrise: The Story of a North American Giant (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781552858585)

In "Buffalo Sunrise: The Story of a North American Giant," Diane Swanson introduces young readers to the world of the buffalo, sharing fascinating details about this remarkable animal. Readers will learn, for example, that: * The buffalo is surprisingly agile -- moving on tiptoe as it picks its way along narrow ledges * Buffaloes sometimes go swimming just for fun * "Buffalo birds" warm their feet in the thick fur on a buffalo's back * The birth of a white buffalo is considered a miraculous event * The buffalo nearly disappeared from our planet a hundred years ago -- but was saved just in time. The author includes factual information along with legends and anecdotes. Stunning full color photographs and archival images, combined with a lively writing style, will make Buffalo Sunrise a favorite with young readers.

Author: Diane Swanson
ISBN-10: 1552858588
ISBN-13: 9781552858585
Publisher: Whitecap Books
Language: English
Published: 04/04/2007
Pages: 58
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 8.96h x 9.94w x 0.16d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.5
Point Value: 2
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 43153 / Buffalo Sunrise