Saving the American Alligator

Description

In this book, early fluent readers will learn how the American alligator came back from the brink of extinction and serves as an important species in its environment. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the animal's habitat, diet, behaviors, and current status, as well as how conservation efforts helped these reptiles make a comeback. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the American alligator using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Saving the American Alligator also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Saving the American Alligator is part of Jump!'s Great Animal Comebacks series. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents What pushed some of our favorite animals to the brink of near extinction? How did laws and conservation efforts help them make a comeback? And what is still being done to help aid the survival of our world's animals? Find out in these fact-filled books! Each title includes an infographic, sidebars, glossary, table of contents, index, and reading tips for teachers and parents.