Swamper: Letters from a Louisiana Swamp Rabbit
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- Synopsis
- Swamper, a fictitious swamp rabbit, lives in the bottomland hardwood forest, or overflow swamp, which is a very real environment. In twelve "letters" addressed to his human friends, Swamper shares his vivid observations about life in a Louisiana swamp. With excitement and captivating detail, he explains ecological concepts such as food webs, energy flow, decomposition, and reproduction. He recounts adventures like escaping his predators, the great horned owl and the red fox, and swimming for his life after a flood forces him to find higher ground. The alert swamp rabbit even describes the seasonal migration of birds and the monthly phases of the moon. While educating students about the interconnected life cycles found in a natural habitat, Swamper's first-hand account of the richness and value of the wetlands will also help young readers develop a deeper appreciation for this delicate ecosystem. Though written for all ages to enjoy, the content specifically aligns with life science and environmental science educational standards for 4th through 7th grades. Also Includes:A glossary of key termsQuestions and a creative activity for each letterBiologically accurate drawings of animals and habitatColor photographs of the environmentSupplementary online resources for teachers and parents
- Copyright:
- 2013
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 72 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780807150764
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780807150771, 9780807150740, 9780807150757
- Publisher:
- LSU Press
- Date of Addition:
- 05/24/23
- Copyrighted By:
- Louisiana State University Press
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Children's Books, Nonfiction, Outdoors and Nature, Social Studies, Earth Sciences
- Grade Levels:
- Fourth grade, Fifth grade, Sixth grade, Seventh grade
- Reading Age:
- 8–13
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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