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Once Upon a Mastodon
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069053
ISBN
9780375870750
Grade K-3
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Description
Learn about some mammals that have gone extinct and a bit of how scientists determine their characteristics. 48 pgs, hc.
Publisher's Description of Once Upon a Mastodon
The Cat in the Hat visits with Ice Age mammals on a whirlwind tour of the Pleistocene! From ground sloths as big as elephants to bears as heavy as Volkswagens, the Cat introduces young readers to mastodons, mammoths, woolly rhinos, saber-toothed cats, giant horses, and lots more—including humans! In addition, young readers will learn basic facts about the Great Ice Age and early human life, the characteristics of mammals, and the study of fossils. Ideal for supporting the Common Core State Standards and a natural for fans of the hit PBS Kids show The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!, this is a great way to introduce beginning readers to science!
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Category Description for Dr. Seuss Books
Staples for any child's library, these classics will be read over and over. A winning combination of good learning-to-read words and engaging stories with illustrations. These books average between 52-64 pgs, hc.
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Random House Books for Young Readers |
| Author: | Bonnie Worth |
| Grades: | K-3 |
| ISBN: | 9780375870750 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 6.75 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.45 |
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