Near One Cattail: Turtles, Logs, and Leaping Frogs

Near One Cattail - Turtles, Logs and Leaping Frogs by Anthony D. Fredericks, illustrated by Jennifer DiRubbio

What creatures live in a bog-boggy place? From zip-zapping dragonflies to hip-hopping frogs, here's a medley of critters that swm, soar or crawl in a wetlands home that protects one and all. This fourth book in Dr. Fredericks' series on animal communities will again send kids outdoors to explore. Included at the back of this book are Field Notes about the plants and creatures discussed in the book. There is also a page with recommendations for other books to read to learn more about the topics covered in this book. 

Curriculum Components:

• Rhyming cumulative verse
• Pond habitat
• Interdependence

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 32
• Book Size: 9" x 11"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 4-10
• ISBN 10: 1584690712
• ISBN 13: 9781584690719

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition.

Awards:

• Winner of the 2006 Newton Marasco Foundation Green Earth Award 
• 2006 Skipping Stones Magazine Honor Award. 

Books in this series (available separately):

• Under One Rock -- Bugs, Slugs and Other Ughs
• In One Tidepool -- Crabs, Snails and Salty Tails
• Around One Cactus -- Owls, Bats and Leaping Rats
• Near One Cattail -- Turtles, Logs and Leaping Frogs
• On One Flower -- Butterflies, Ticks and a Few More Icks

"You can take the teacher out of the classroom, but... Tony Fredericks' fourth title in the Web of Life series draws on his years in the classroom. It's designed to be used right across the curriculum. Science teachers will love the poetry approach to solid science. Reading teachers will love the cummulative tale techniques that's so great for reinforcing reading skills. Social Studies teachers will love the environmental approach. All in all, Tony has done it again: he's delivered the perfect book for every classroom library." - Patricia Broderick, Editorial Director, Teaching K-8 Magazine

"The lyrical text and beautiful illustrations of Near One Cattail bring to life the amazing creatures that can be found in wetlands. It does a great job of showing the interconnectedness of all wetland creatures. Once their curiosity is sparked, I hope young readers will be inspired to explore - and fall in love with - marshes and other natural places." - Leah Miller, Director of Watershed Programs, Izaak Walton League