Jaguars

Animals of the Rain Forest
  • Interest Level: Grade 2 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of various jaguar species.

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Interest Level Grade 2 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre Nonfiction
Category Life Sciences
Copyright 2015
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2015-01-01
BISACS JNF003300
Dewey 599.75
Graphics Full-color photographs
Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Lexile 890
Guided Reading Level Q
ATOS Reading Level 4.5
ATOS Interest Level MG
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 172922
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Educational front/back matter, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Starred, Suggested websites, and Table of contents
Online Resources San Diego Zoo
National Geographic for Kids
LiveScience
Author: Theresa Woods

Theresa Woods is the pen name for Patrick Merrick. Patrick was born in California and spent much of his early life moving from town to town and from state to state. Eventually, his family settled in Sioux Falls, SD. Patrick graduated from Augustana College in Sioux Falls in May of 1991. He has since received his Master of Education degree from St. Mary's University in Minneapolis, MN. In addition to writing over 45 children's books (he also writes under such names as Caleb Owens, Andrew Donnelly, Joshua Rutten, Patrick Merrick, and Zachary Inseth), Patrick has been teaching science to children for more than a decade. He is also involved teaching Sunday school, on the local library board, and finally in coaching K-7 basketball and baseball. Currently, Patrick lives in Westbrook, MN. with his wife and five children. When not busy with school, writing, or parenting, Patrick enjoys the occasional nap.

Reviews

A noteworthy review of Animals of the Rain Forest from School Library Connection on November 1, 2015

All the ingredients that create a usable easy reference series can be found in these informative books. Vivid detailed photographs show the animals of the rain forest. First, students meet the animals and are given descriptions to recognize them. They also learn about their homes, their… View →