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Children's Nonfiction Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Squirrels, Etc.

What is a Rodent?

by (author) Bobbie Kalman & Jacqueline Langille

Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Initial publish date
Oct 1999
Category
Mice, Hamsters, Guinea Pigs, Squirrels, etc., Biology, General
Recommended Age
7 to 8
Recommended Grade
2 to 3
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780865059511
    Publish Date
    Oct 1999
    List Price
    $9.95
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9780865059238
    Publish Date
    Oct 1999
    List Price
    $25.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9780778790082
    Publish Date
    Mar 2012
    List Price
    $25.95

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With over 1700 species, more than one-third of all mammals are rodents. From the jumping jerboa to the humungous capybara, What is a Rodent? gnaws through rodent myths to expose the facts about this often misunderstood group. Readers of all ages will be fascinated by: • the rodent family tree • a rodent’s body and amazing teeth • homes underground and watery habitats • millions of mice and rats • many cousins from squirrels to prairie dogs • prickly quills, webbed feet, and fabulous fur • pet care tips

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