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Title details for Be a Pond Detective by Peggy Kochanoff - Available

Be a Pond Detective

Solving the Mysteries of Lakes, Swamps, and Pools

by Peggy Kochanoff
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Do dragonflies bite? What is the difference between a frog and a toad? Are leeches dangerous?

Naturalist and artist Peggy Kochanoff answers these questions and more in this illustrated guide to solving pond mysteries. From the life cycle of mosquitoes to the many uses and varieties of pond plants, Kochanoff takes young readers on an entertaining and enlightening tour of life in and around a freshwater pond. Full of detailed illustrations and clear answers to creative questions, Be a Pond Detective is the perfect way to discover the nature mysteries in your own backyard!

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  • Release date

    April 15, 2016

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781771083959

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      November 1, 2016

      Gr 3-5-In a conversational tone, this work debunks common assumptions about pond flora and fauna. Kochanoff uses a question-and-answer format, with additional facts peppered in. Well-designed pages unify text and watercolor illustrations into an accessible reading experience. Tidbits about the major animal groups as well as information on specific creatures like frogs, painted turtles, mosquitoes, muskrats, cattails, and much more are offered. For a little edginess, the author includes a section on leeches, with an explanation on how to dislodge the bloodsuckers without risking infection. Each segment is well organized, beginning with a question and ending with the exclamation "Mystery Solved!" Appended is an animal and plant identification quiz, with an answer key. VERDICT A light, cozy read for additional purchase.-Nancy Call, Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Aptos, CA

      Copyright 2016 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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  • English

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