Radley, Gail Vanishing from Grasslands and Deserts.Il. by Jean Sherlock. Featured poems by Isak Dinesen Noun 1. Isak Dinesen - Danish writer who lived in Kenya for 19 years and is remembered for her writings about Africa (1885-1962) Baroness Karen Blixen, Blixen, Dinesen, Karen Blixen , D. H. Lawrence Noun 1. D. H. Lawrence - English novelist and poet and essayist whose work condemned industrial society and explored sexual relationships (1885-1930) David Herbert Lawrence, Lawrence , and others. ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m 1-57505-406-X. Minneapolis, MN: Carolrhoda Books, 2001. 32 pp. $22.60. This beautifully illustrated book informs young readers, through short essays and poems, about 10 endangered species endangered species, any plant or animal species whose ability to survive and reproduce has been jeopardized by human activities. In 1999 the U.S. government, in accordance with the U.S. and their natural habitats. A bold print glossary supports the reader's understanding. In addition, the author provides information on efforts to protect endangered species and provides a list of Web sites for a variety of wildlife preservation organizations. Ages 8-12. Reviewed by Amy Hansen, Thomas Ford Elementary School, Reading, PA |
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