What is Hibernation?

by Bobbie Kalman and John Crossingham

Book Overview

Hibernation is one of nature's greatest miracles, allowing animals to sleep through periods of extreme cold (and heat). From the tundra to the desert, this ability enables animals to live in some of Earth's harshest climates. Full-color photographs and vivid text combine to give children a view of the many different ways that animals sleep it off. Highlights include: - how an animal's body uses fat to survive and even wake itself up - how an animal...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865059640
• ISBN13: 9780865059641
• Release Date: October 2001
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.4" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6

Customer Reviews

Excellent Book for Early Childhood

Teachers will use this book over and over again when teaching about hibernation. The book is written in easy to understand language for young children. The pictures are beautiful and help children to stay focused while teaching your lesson. Risa Favichia Sunshine Nursery School Center Moriches, N. Y.