Endangered Species: Further Reading
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Below you will find recommended reading and research
that is useful for children to learn more about endangered species in
Australia.
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Animals Like Us by DK
Publishing. Book Description: Take a walk on the wild side with this unique look at the lives of endangered animals. Did you know that manatees have been mistaken for mermaids, or that anteaters eat 30,000 bugs every day? Readers can learn about the ways in which animals look, move, and communicate while they explore the complex problems that face each species from the animals¹ point of view. Animals Like Us is an entertaining and thought-provoking book that will appeal to all children of all ages. Reading level: Ages 4-8 |
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Endangered Animals by
Rhonda Luncas Donald' Book Description: This picture filled book talks about what endangered animals are, the reasons why animals are vanishing, the importance of saving animals, how to help and many other ideas. Reading level: Ages 9-12 |
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The Best Book of Endangered and Extinct
Animals by Christiane
Gunzi Book Description: From dinosaurs to Siberian tigers, this title is a superb introduction to creatures that are either extinct, such as the dodo, or those that are under threat. Discover some of the wildest habitats on Earth and the endangered animals that live there. Examine how people are working to save their fellow creatures. Reading level: Ages 4-8 |
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The above books as well as many more can be found and
purchased at:
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following is a list of websites that are
kid friendly and provide further information on specific endangered animals in
Australia: http://www.kidcyber.com.au/topics/Austendangered.htm http://www.fame.org.au/index.html http://www.yprl.vic.gov.au/homework/endangered.html |
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