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Book

Zoology for kids : understanding and working with animals

Call Number

  • J 590 HEST (CEN, OSH)

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Edition

First edition.

Publication Information

Chicago, Illinois : Chicago Review Press, [2015]

Physical Description

viii, 131 pages : color illustrations ; 22 x 28 cm

Audience

Ages 9 and up.

Summary

This engaging resource provides readers with new knowledge, a healthy respect for the animal kingdom, and the idea that they can pursue animal-related careers and make a difference to preserve and protect the natural world.

Notes

"With 21 activities"--Front cover.

Contents

  • Animals: form and function
  • Understanding animal behavior
  • Animals and their environments
  • Zookeepers, aquarists, and other zoo crew
  • Call the doctor! Vetrinarians
  • Wildlife researchers
  • Conservation warriors.

Subjects

Added Authors

Bethanie Hestermann