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Wolfs Snail A Backyard Predator (2000)

by Sarah C. Campbell(Favorite Author)

3.79 of 5 Votes: 2

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review 1: The story in this book could be taking place right now in almost any backyard in the U.S., but it was Sarah C. Campbell (and her husband) who noticed it, painstakingly documented it, and then coupled it with clear, simpel text that is perfect for young readers. Many nature books for thsi age level are illustrated with paintings, so thsi book's clear, vivid photos are a refreshing contrast. They make the snail's everyday adventures seem more real, more tangible, more authentic to kids.
review 2: What a cool book! I had no idea there were snails that were meat eaters. For readers ages 6-8, this book takes us along with a wolfsnail as it hunts for food. The text and photographs work together seamlessly. The photographs are well-sequenced, and the pacing of the... more text builds our interest, with a bit of suspense. The font is large and clear, and builds from 1-2 sentences per page to 3-4 sentences during the heavier content portions of the book. The science vocabulary would be challenging for younger readers. Although the wolfsnail is not found in the Midwest, the Southeastern habitat represented here would look familiar to most students, and they could connect to some characteristics of the habitat--the home and garden setting, hostas, birds that might prey on the wolfsnail. Great scientific facts, info & glossary are included at the end of the book. less

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