Canoe Country Wildlife: A Field Guide to the North Woods and Boundary Waters

ISBN-13: 9780816645299 / Angielski / Miękka / 2004 / 240 str.

Mark Stensaas; Rick Kollath

Opis

Warblers, wolves, and whirligig beetles the creatures of thecanoecountrywilderness come alive in"CanoeCountryWildlife."In this read-aloud treasure, Sparky Stensaas, naturalist and storyteller, intrigues you with his tales of encounters with the forest inhabitants from tiny toads to majestic moose.

"CanoeCountryWildlife, "a friendly field guide, introduces you to thewildlifeyou are most likely to see as you travel in the North Woods. It describes these creatures and their habits accurately so you ll know where and when to look for them. Detailed line drawings illustrate each animal clearly so you ll recognize what you re seeing.

The book is filled with fascinating little-known facts: Did you know that wood frogs can freeze solid, only to live again? That loons can fly a hundred miles an hour? That chipmunks can carry seventy sunflower seeds in their cheeks?

"CanoeCountryWildlife"includes handy checklists to help you keep track of the critters you encounter, a calendar for you to record the natural events you witness, and activities one for each animal that will help both adults and children learn by discovery.

Carry"CanoeCountryWildlife"in your pack. Your trip will be more enjoyable and your memories will last forever. It s a great gift for anyone who loves the outdoors."