Description
This photo-illustrated book describes basking sharks, the second-largest sharks in the sea. Explains how they use gill-rakers to feed on zooplankton, their life cycle, and work being done to protect this species of huge but gentle sharks. The Q&A features throughout promote reader inquiry and critical thinking. Includes glossary, further resources, and index.
Title Metadata
Author: |
Waxman, Laura Hamilton |
Publisher: |
Amicus High Interest |
Language: |
English |
Copyright: |
2016 |
Number of Pages: |
32 |
Dewey: |
597.3 |
Binding Type: |
Paperback |
Interest Age: |
8 |
Accelerated Reader Interest Level: |
Lower Grade |
Accelerated Reading Level: |
3.2 |
Lexile Level: |
520 |
Lexile Range: |
Developing Reader (500 - 799) |