Summertime Sleepers: Animals That Estivate
School year: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
Published: 2023
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"Summertime Sleepers: Animals That Estivate" by Sarah S. Brannen explores the fascinating world of estivation, a survival strategy used by various animals to cope with extreme heat and dry conditions. The book introduces young readers to a variety of creatures, from snails to turtles, explaining how and why they slow down their activities and take long, restful periods during the hottest months. Through engaging illustrations and simple text, Brannen takes readers on a journey to understand this unique behavior, highlighting the adaptations that allow these animals to survive in challenging environments. It's an informative and delightful read for nature enthusiasts. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
This book was published in 2023 by Dreamscape Media .
Melissa Stewart is an award-winning author of more than 100 science books for children. Sarah S. Brannen (www. sarahbrannen. com) is the award-winning illustrator of nearly twenty books for children. She lives in Massachusetts and is pretty good at tying her own shoes. Follow her on Twitter @SarahBrannen and on Instagram @SarahSBrannen.