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What Is a Rodent?

What Is a Rodent?( )
Author: Kalman, Bobbie
Langille, Jacqueline
Series title:Science of Living Things Ser.
ISBN:978-0-86505-951-1
Publication Date:Oct 1999
Publisher:Crabtree Publishing Company
Book Format:Paperback
List Price:USD $5.36USD $7.95
Book Description:

With over 1700 species, more than one-third of all mammals are rodents. From the jumping jerboa to the humungous capybara, What is a Rodent? gnaws through rodent myths to expose the facts about this often misunderstood group. Readers of all ages will be fascinated by:* the rodent family tree* a rodent's body and amazing teeth* homes underground and watery habitats* millions of mice and rats* many cousins from squirrels to prairie dogs* prickly quills, webbed feet, and fabulous fur* pet care tips

Book Details
Pages:32
Detailed Subjects: Science / Life Sciences / Zoology / Mammals
Juvenile Nonfiction / Animals / Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Squirrels, Etc.
Physical Dimensions (W X L X H):8.385 x 9.36 Inches
Book Weight:0.33 Pounds
Author Biography
Kalman, Bobbie (Author)
Bobbie Kalman was born in Hungary in 1947. She escaped with her family to Austria during the Hungarian Revolution in 1956. The family spent several weeks there as refugees before immigrating to North America. Her book, Refugee Child, is based on this account. She has degrees in English, psychology and education, and has taught at both the elementary and secondary level. She has also worked as an educational assistant for several publishing companies. She is the author and publisher of over 800 books for children. Her books are sought after because she writes within specific curriculum needs, making the titles very popular in schools and public libraries. Her works include The Early Settler Life series, The Historic Communities series, The Native Nations of North America series, The Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series, and The Science of Living Things series.

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