River Discoveries

River Discoveries by Ginger Wadsworth, illustrated by Paul Kratter

Spend 24 hours on a river in western North America and discover 13 animals that depend on the river for survival. Intricately detailed illustrations capture the many mammals, birds, fish, and insects that co-exist, hunt, and survive in the river and along its banks. Each panoramic spread represents a new hour to gage diurnal and nocturnal activity. Probing questions encourage and test young readers' retention of newly learned information, and back matter includes a glossary of terms and animals. 

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 32
• Book Size: 11" x 9"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 4-8
• ISBN 10: 1570914184
• ISBN 13: 978-1570914188
• Published July 2002

Book Condition:

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

"In this title, Ginger Wadsworth introduces 13 water-loving creatures. Although the book represents many rivers, the author was influenced by her favorite river, the Salmon River. Among the animals shown are a powerful mountain lion hunting; a stately moose grazing along the river's edge; the dragonfly laying her eggs in the water; beavers busy building dams; salamanders slithering under logs; and raccoons fishing. The author shows the time of day on each page when you would most likely see each animal. Discussion questions are presented after each section of text. A double-page spread of the river has hidden animal pictures that children will enjoy locating, and a glossary of terms. The watercolor illustrations make the animals appear live. The shading in the pictures makes readers feel as if they are actually on the cool riverbank. This book would be a wonderful resource for teachers to use in the river unit. With the pictures being so inviting and the easy-to-read text, children will enjoy looking at and sharing this book." - Library Media Connection