Black Rhinos (The Untamed World)

By Mélanie Watt and E. Melanie Watt

Book Overview

A we-inspiring creatures of the land and sea are as fascinating in fact as in folklore. Combining a thorough nonfiction resource with riveting reading, this 16-book series chronicles each animal's life span, development, protection, food, social organization, seasonal activities, and means of communication. Myths, folktales, and stories demonstrate how each animal is portrayed in literature and encourage further reading. This series features bold, full-color photographs of animals at each stage of life; maps showing animal populations; a glossary; an index; and more!

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817245723
• ISBN13: 9780817245726
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Raintree
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.9" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 11 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 8

Customer Reviews

Great for home library, terrific educational gift

This is would be a great addition to any home library or a fascinating educational gift for any child. It is in full-color on glossy stock and packed with photos of these magnificent creatures.Rhinos are pictured grazing, socializing & caring for their young. Others are simply resting in fields or taking an afternoon bath. One rhino is even shown with birds on his back.Also included are dozens of facts about rhinos. Children learn about the rhinos features & classification, as well as the many different rhino types. How rhinos communicate & care for their young are also discussed. Food, habitat, & folklore are explained as well. There is a section in the back on how the rhinos are vanishing , what steps are being taken to prevent them from becoming extinct, and what can be done to help.