Save the Florida Manatee

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

An introduction to animal protection and endangered species, looking at their daily life, behaviour and habitat. Includes information on why these animals are in danger and what is being done to help. Includes maps and charts showing animal numbers.

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Horn Book Review

These books introduce the concept of extinction and urge readers to actively help threatened species. Each title highlights one species, presenting its physical characteristics, habitat, and the reasons for its endangered status. Numerous captioned photos, simple graphs, and accessible, concise text will hold young readers' attention. Additional facts about each animal are included at the end. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. [Review covers these Save Our Animals! titles: Asian Elephant, Bengal Tiger, Black Rhino, Blue Whale, Florida Manatee, Giant Panda, and Mountain Gorilla.] (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.