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Reviewed on April 1, 2006
Gr 3-5 Following a short preface that defines scientific classification in simple terms, each of these compact introductions focuses on a representative species or type of animal. In a series of spreads, the author succinctly describes the creature's distinctive physical and behavioral characteristics, habitat, diet, birth and development of young, etc., and points out key characteristics of its class. For instance, -Like all birds, a herring gull has feathers -; -All insects have six legs attached to the tho...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




