Copyright Date:
2016
Edition Date:
2016
Release Date:
03/01/16
Pages:
80 pages
ISBN:
1-623-54063-1
ISBN 13:
978-1-623-54063-0
Dewey:
590
LCCN:
2015025388
Dimensions:
26 cm.
Language:
English
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With a rich assortment of color photos depicting animals from every continent and representing a wide variety of creatures from bugs to bears, this compilation is sure to pique the interest of nature buffs and kids delighted by disgusting behaviors. The natural and normal world of animal life includes a lot of mucus and vomit, not to mention the excretion of urine and feces as communication or protection, and "nostril excavation." The accessible facts, almost all in inset boxes, are presented with both scientific and slang terminology, as well as popular euphemisms, making this easy for the audience to negotiate. The subject matter is bound to delight and provoke giggles and wisecracks from some kids, scandalize the inhibitions of others, and engage students with animal homework assignments in the investigation of some really cool wildlife facts. A few suggested activities at the end include both Internet searches and outdoor observation, and comprehensive back matter, including a glossary, index, and resource list, will easily lead the reader to more elsewhere.
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Bibliography Index/Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 76) and index.
Welcome to a world that will make you say ewww!
We share Earth with millions of animals. Unlike our family pets, though, wild animals have to take care of themselves. The gross things they do are usually adaptations that help them survive.
Elephants and rhinos, for example, feed poop (also called feces) to their young so they will be able to digest plants. If the calves did not eat feces, they would starve to death. When gorillas and orangutans pick their noses and eat it, they aren't trying to gross us out. Instead, they are removing the dead skin and dried snot (called mucus) so they can smell food and nearby predators.
On your mark . . . get set . . . say ewww!
Excerpted from Animals That Make Me Say Ewww! by Dawn Cusick
All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.
That’s so gross!
Presented in partnership with Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation, prepare to be grossed out by an engaging and unique look at some of the more disgusting survival techniques from the animal kingdom.
From blood-squirting reptiles to blood-sweating mammals to nose-picking primates, learn about some of the ickiest creatures in the animal kingdom and the amazing purposes served by their grotty behaviors. From cleanup to dinnertime to self-defense, each off-putting act is actually an aid to survival!
Author Dawn Cusick and the National Wildlife Federation have compiled a volume as attractive as its subject is nasty.
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