| for the youngest child |
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| 152231 |
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Lepthien, Emilie U. Wetlands. Chicago, Ill.: Children's Press, 1993.
Describes what types of land are considered wetlands, what can be found there, why these places are ecologically important, and what can be done to conserve them.
Gr. 2-6. |
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| 152232 |
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Gray, Shirley W. Wetlands. Minneapolis, Minn.: Compass Point Books, 2001.
What is the difference between a bog, a marsh, and a swamp? In simple terms, Shirley Gray explains the differences between types of wetlands and highlights the Florida Everglades as an example of a wetland in need of human help.
Gr. 2-6.
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| 152233 |
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Gibbons, Gail. Marshes and Swamps. New York: Holiday House, 1998.
Marshes and swamps are wetlands that cover almost six percent of the Earth’s land area. In this book, readers learn to distinguish the various types of wetlands and what kind of wildlife is observable in each. Includes a list of wetlands to visit in the United States.
Gr. 1-4. |
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| 152242 |
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George, Jean Craighead. Everglades. New York: HarperCollins, 1995.
A powerful tale told by a storyteller as he paddles five children through the Florida Everglades in a dugout canoe. Elegant prose and beautiful pictures explain the plight of the Everglades making this an enjoyable and important book to share with children.
Gr. 1-4. |
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| 152243 |
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Silver, Donald M. Swamp: One Small Square. New York: Learning Triangle Press, 1997.
Part of the critically acclaimed One Small Square nature series, this book explores the shallow, murky water of a swamp. Packed with resources, the activities, picture field guides and full color illustrations are great for students and teachers alike.
Gr. 2-5. |
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| 281431 |
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Pratt-Serafini, Kristin Joy. Salamander Rain: A Lake & Pond Journal. 1st ed. A Sharing Nature With Children Book. Nevada City, Calif.: Dawn Publications, 2000.
Here is the journal and scrapbook of Klint, a young Planet Scout who kept notes for a year on his discoveries and became engrossed by the daily drama of turtles, crayfish dragonflies and water skimmers. The journal format creates a text that is easily accessible, but deep in information.
Gr. 1-5. |
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| 281333 |
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Arnosky, Jim. Wild and Swampy. New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 2000.
Come along and explore the mysterious life in a southern swamp. The writing will inspire interest and appreciation for all things wild and swampy. Beautiful full-size paintings along with pen-and-ink drawings add rich detail to the unusual animals and plant life.
Gr. 1-5. |
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| for the middle years |
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| 152230 |
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Rood, Ronald N. Wetlands. New York: HarperCollins Publishers, 1994.
This book provides a useful introduction to the wildlife and plants in and around a freshwater pond. It can also be used as a guide for watching wildlife.
Gr. 3-5. |
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| 152244 |
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Anderson, Margaret Jean et al. Leapfrogging Through Wetlands. Middleton, Wis.: Dog-Eared Publications, 1998.
Children investigate the world of sedges, rushes, ducks and frogs in this beautifully illustrated, action-packed book. Includes hands-on activities and teaching aids that will help children understand the diversity of a wetland ecosystem and why wetlands are important.
Gr. 3-6.
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