Author : Kim Long
Publisher : Big Earth Publishing
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 32,20 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781555661526
An introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of squirrels, with fact tables for nine different squirrel species.
Author : Richard W. Thorington, Jr.
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 470 pages
File Size : 35,42 MB
Release : 2012-08-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 1421404699
Squirrels of the World, written by scientists with more than 100 years of collective experience studying these popular mammals, is the first comprehensive examination of all 285 species of squirrels worldwide. The authors reveal virtually every detail of the family Sciuridae, which includes ground squirrels, tree squirrels, flying squirrels, prairie dogs, and chipmunks. Each species—from the familiar gray squirrel of American backyards to the exotic and endangered woolly flying squirrel of Pakistan—is described in a detailed account that includes distinguishing characteristics, ecology, natural history, conservation status, and current threats to its existence. Squirrels of the World includes • stunning color photographs that document rare and unusual squirrels as well as common varieties• evolution, morphology, ecology, and conservation status• colorful range maps marking species distribution• images of the skull of each genus of squirrel• extensive references -- Lawrence Heaney, Curator and Head of the Division of Mammals, The Field Museum (Chicago)
Author : Richard W. Thorington
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 40,36 MB
Release : 2006-08-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0801884020
Publisher description
Author : Michèle Dufresne
Publisher :
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 41,34 MB
Release : 2015
Category : Caterpillars
ISBN : 9781584539759
Author : Jenn Reese
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 24,44 MB
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1250243025
A 2021 Oregon Book Award Winner An NPR Best Book of 2020 A Finalist for the 2021-22 Maine Student Book Award A 2021 Mythopoeic Awards Finalist Andre Norton Award finalist Jenn Reese explores the often thin line between magic and reality, light and darkness in her enchanting middle grade standalone. "Brings to life, viscerally, what it is like to live in fear of abuse—even after the abuse itself is over. But there is magic here too, and the promise of a better future that comes with learning to let people who care about you into your world." —Alan Gratz, New York Times-bestselling author of Refugee “A captivating and touching story... both whimsical and emotionally—sometimes frighteningly—compelling.” —Ingrid Law, Newbery Honor-winning author of Savvy "Magically creative and deeply honest, A Game of Fox & Squirrels merges games and grimness in a fantasy tale that tells the truth." —Elana K. Arnold, Printz Honor-winning author of Damsel and A Boy Called Bat After an incident shatters their family, eleven-year old Samantha and her older sister Caitlin are sent to live in rural Oregon with an aunt they've never met. Sam wants nothing more than to go back to the way things were... before she spoke up about their father's anger. When Aunt Vicky gives Sam a mysterious card game called "A Game of Fox & Squirrels," Sam falls in love with the animal characters, especially the charming trickster fox, Ashander. Then one day Ashander shows up in Sam’s room and offers her an adventure and a promise: find the Golden Acorn, and Sam can have anything she desires. But the fox is hiding rules that Sam isn't prepared for, and her new home feels more tempting than she'd ever expected. As Sam is swept up in the dangerous quest, the line between magic and reality grows thin. If she makes the wrong move, she'll lose far more than just a game. Perfect for fans of Barbara O'Connor, Lauren Wolk, and Ali Benjamin, A Game of Fox & Squirrels is a stunning, heartbreaking novel about a girl who finds the light in the darkness... and ultimately discovers the true meaning of home.
Author : John Lechner
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 25,59 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780763630546
Meet Sticky Burr, his unshakable friends, his prickly foes, and the other inhabitants of Burrwood Forest in this beguiling and delightful graphic storybook. Full color.
Author : Johanna Hurwitz
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 48,46 MB
Release : 2012-11-30
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1452125279
Award-winning author Johanna Hurwitz is back with a new addition to the charming Park Pals Adventures series. Squirrels Lexington (Lexi) and Lenox decide to visit the New York City streets they were named after. Lexi is worried about leaving Central Park, but Lenox is confident that their streets will be beautiful places, maybe even better than the park! When the two squirrels venture into the city, they soon realize that the human world is stranger and more dangerous than they'd ever imagined. This exciting Park Pals tale brings back the fun, adventure, and favorite furry characters that this award-winning series is known for.
Author : Emily Rose Townsend
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 27,24 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780736820691
Simple text and photographs describes the characteristics and habitats of squirrels.
Author : Shannon Hale
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 41,37 MB
Release : 2017-02-07
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1484799089
WHO RUNS THE WORLD? SQUIRRELS! Fourteen-year-old Doreen Green moved from sunny California to the suburbs of New Jersey. She must start at a new school, make new friends, and continue to hide her tail. Yep, Doreen has the powers of...a squirrel! After failing at several attempts to find her new BFF, Doreen feels lonely and trapped, liked a caged animal. Then one day Doreen uses her extraordinary powers to stop a group of troublemakers from causing mischief in the neighborhood, and her whole life changes. Everyone at school is talking about it! Doreen contemplates becoming a full-fledged Super Hero. And thus, Squirrel Girl is born! She saves cats from trees, keeps the sidewalks clean, and dissuades vandalism. All is well until a real-life Super Villain steps out of the shadows and declares Squirrel Girl his archenemy. Can Doreen balance being a teenager and a Super Hero? Or will she go...NUTS?
Author : Diane Swanson
Publisher : Walrus Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,69 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Squirrels
ISBN : 9781552853092
These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America`s smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards. Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.
