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Wildlife Crossing - (Orca Footprints) by Joan Marie Galat (Hardcover)

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Highlights

  • What happens when the needs of people and nature collide?
  • 9-12 Years
  • 9.7" x 8.2" Hardcover
  • 48 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Science & Nature
  • Series Name: Orca Footprints

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About the Book



Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle-grade readers, this book explores the science of road ecology and what happens when highways, wildlife and habitats intersect. Illustrated with photographs throughout.



Book Synopsis



What happens when the needs of people and nature collide?

More than 13 million miles of roads crisscross landscapes in 222 countries. Roads offer many human benefits, but they also create problems for nature. Their construction leads to a loss of biodiversity through habitat loss, fragmentation and degradation. Roads isolate wildlife populations, impede migration and allow invasive plant and animal species to spread, while giving rise to pollution from garbage, light, noise and airborne contaminants. With innovative tools, like wildlife overpasses to reconnect landscapes, smart roads and vehicles to maximize safety, and a little hands on help, we can create environmental harmony. And sitting in the passenger seat, young people can play a part in helping highways and habitats coexist.

The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.



Review Quotes




"Wildlife Crossing gives an intriguing overview of the topic in just 48 pages, but it is a good addition to science collections with a focus on the environment. Highly Recommended."

-- "CM: Canadian Review of Materials"

"A fascinating, invaluable and enlightening tool for libraries, schools and homes alike. Wildlife Crossing will empower all readers to do their part when it comes to road ecology and will undoubtedly spark meaningful conversations about what it means to coexist with nature. Very highly recommended."

-- "Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) Canadian Children's Book News"

"Gorgeous, crisp photographs complement the well-written text...A first purchase for libraries that need more books on the topic of conservation and the impact of development on wildlife."

-- "School Library Journal (SLJ)"

"Well organized and includes clearly explained examples from many locations...This volume offers considerably more information for students researching the topic. An intriguing subject and a good resource for middle-grade reports."

-- "Booklist"



About the Author



Joan Marie Galat is an award-winning author of more than 25 books for children and adults, with translations in eight languages. She is best known for her science books for children, especially her astronomy titles, and interest in everything outer space. Her books have won and been nominated for numerous awards, including the Moonbeam Children's Book, Crystal Kite, Skipping Stones, Rocky Mountain Book, Red Cedar Book and Hackmatack Awards and the Green Prize for Sustainable Literature, among others. She is the 2018 recipient of the Martha Weston Grant, awarded annually to one member (worldwide) of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Joan lives near Edmonton.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.7 Inches (H) x 8.2 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .8 Pounds
Suggested Age: 9-12 Years
Series Title: Orca Footprints
Sub-Genre: Science & Nature
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages: 48
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
Theme: Environmental Conservation & Protection
Format: Hardcover
Author: Joan Marie Galat
Language: English
Street Date: October 15, 2024
TCIN: 92409542
UPC: 9781459833463
Item Number (DPCI): 247-36-6224
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 8.2 inches width x 9.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.8 pounds
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