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The Wildlife Kids Club supports literacy and education by providing information about exciting and informational books. We aim to help parents and teachers find useful resources for promoting scientific discovery and wonderment. In the months to come we shall be reviewing books relating to both nature and education. Books and other educational resources will be available for purchase through our Webstore; all sales will help to support the care of the animals at our Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Book Title: Extremely Weird Series Reading Level: 5-12 Binding:
Publisher: Avalon Travel Publishing |
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Vivid color photographs and fun sketches draw the reader into the amazing worlds of different animals. Text includes information about habitats, conservation needs, how to take positive action to help protect endangered species and habitats and other interesting information about the lives of these animals. Close-up pictures and text will appeal to both younger and middle readers.
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Book Title: Our Wild World Series Books: Lizards; Cougars; Eagles
Reading Level: 7-12 Binding: Softcover, very durable
Page Number: 48
Publisher: Northword Press |
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Each volume in this well designed new series features animals from around the world, including the latest research on conservation and natural history. Useful for school reports, the detailed text and pristine photographs are supplemented by a Fun Fact section and an Index, as well as Internet links for more information. Highly recommended for teaching about conservation and life cycles in a fun way.
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Book Title: The Education of Little Tree
Author: Forrest Carter
Publisher: University of New Mexico Press |
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This spell binding narrative highlights the life lessons of a Cherokee boy raised during the Great Depression in southern Appalachia. Cultural codes of knowledge and respect for the land are imparted to Little Tree by his grandparents as he explores the Tennessee mountains. Later, his native upbringing becomes set in counterpoint to the harsh cruelties imposed during a forced attendance at boarding school. The book paints a vivid picture of cross-cultural perception and the struggles and joys of living with the land. A "must read" book.
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Book Title: Keepers of the Animals—Native American Stories and Wildlife Activities for Children
Author: Michael Caduto and Joseph Bruchac
Page Number: 288
Cost: $19.95
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing |
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This field-tested approach to wildlife ecology and environmental issues utilizes a holistic system of interdisciplinary skills to foster creativity and internalized knowledge. Through 24 skillfully crafted stories, the important role of animals in Native American traditions, as well as their relevance to the broader cultural spectrum, is brought to life. Each story is woven into a variety of learning activities that reach the whole being. The creative arts, writing, theater, mathematics, social studies, sensory awareness, and reading skills are all incorporated. Truly an excellent resource for parents and educators, and anyone who appreciates a good story.
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Book Title:Keepers of the Animals Teacher's Guide: Native American Stories and Wildlife Activities for Children
Author: Michael Caduto and Joseph Bruchac
Reading Level: Binding: Softcover
Page Number: 66
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
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A very useful addition for educators working with Keepers of the Animals.
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