Llamas

Long neck stretches … Floppy hair flows … Meet the llama! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, this middle-grade nonfiction book treats researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of these South American mammals. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animals' relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while an Incan folktale about the llama adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title. Brimming with photos and scientific facts, this middle-grade nonfiction book aoubt llamas treats researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of these South American mammals. Includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an Incan folktale about the llama. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Sources for further research Table of contents photo caption Get ready to jump into the crazy, spectacular world of animals from around the world with this zoology series for middle-grade readers! Each title is an in-depth introduction about the animal's physical characteristics, behaviors, habitats, and more. It also features fun facts and unique stories that spark curiosity while building scientific knowledge and cross-curricular connections.