Bibliograph

Opossums in the forest, Sophie Washburne

Type

Label

Opossums in the forest, Sophie Washburne

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index

Illustrations

mapsillustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 8, Gareth Stevens PublishingGrades 2-3, Gareth Stevens Publishing

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Opossums in the forest

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1304833209

Responsibility statement

Sophie Washburne

Series statement

Forest creatures

Summary

"When opossums' habitats are threatened and they move into urban areas, they pose a high risk of disease transmission to humans. This has given them a bad reputation. However, left alone in the forest, opossums make up a vital part of the ecosystem. One way they help humans is by eating large amounts of ticks, which limits the spread of Lyme disease and other sicknesses. Full-color photographs and a detailed graphic organizer give readers more information about the role of opossums in nature. A glossary of new terms is included to foster a deeper understanding of the material"--, Provided by publisher

Target audience

juvenile

Classification