Wild about Bears (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781580894197)

This comprehensive catalogue leaves no bear behind Discover the world's eight bear species in gorgeously illustrated detail. Wild About Bears begins with the common physical traits and behaviors shared by all bears before diving in to the detailed differences. Discover the habits and habitats of the polar bear, brown bear, American black bear, spectacled bear, Asiatic black bear, sloth bear, sun bear, and giant panda and marvel at the adaptations each has developed to survive in a challenging world.

Back matter includes a brief word on the threats humans and a changing climate pose to bear populations, a map of global bear distribution, an overview of bear habitats, and a list of further reading for curious future zoologists.

Author: Jeannie Brett
ISBN-10: 1580894194
ISBN-13: 9781580894197
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/11/2014
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.30h x 10.80w x 0.30d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 165678 / Wild about Bears


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 12/16/2013
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2014 pg. 72
Booklist 03/01/2014 pg. 64
School Library Journal 03/01/2014 pg. 171
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2014 pg. 165 - Recommended, Satisfactory