The Secret Life of the Skunk by Laurence Pringle

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The Secret Life of the Skunk

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Author: Laurence Pringle
ISBN: 9781629798776

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Published on Aug 13, 2019 | 32 Pages

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Discover the secret behaviors of a notoriously stinky mammal–the skunk–by following a family as the kits grow from infancy to adulthood.

The celebrated Secret Life series continues with a determined mother skunk and her five kits. Young readers will learn about their hidden lives as the skunk kits grow and explore their world, escape predators, and hunt for food. Here is a story of family and survival packed with science terminology, depictions of skunk behavior, and information about skunks’ habitats, diets, and sounds. And stunning illustrations invite readers to get closer than they ever could in reality to these skunks’ secret lives.

“Maligned and malodorous…but oh, so interesting. Skunks may not be everyone’s favorites, but they are fascinating. The smoothly written, gentle narrative explores the life of a family from birth in early spring to the kits’ independence in late fall. Sweet—really: Animal lovers will find much to appreciate here, and report writers are well served.” – Kirkus Reviews

“Packed with interesting facts and beautiful digital illustrations, this nonfiction book will entice early readers and student researchers alike. Back matter includes more information about skunks as well as a glossary and a list of additional resources. Young readers will enjoy the lyrical text and warm illustrations…” — School Library Journal

ISBN9781629798776

Published onAug 13, 2019

Published byAstra Young Readers

Pages32

Dimensions9 x 9

Age Range6-9 years

GradeGrades 1-4

Reading LevelLexile: 920L

Author

Laurence Pringle

Laurence Pringle has written more than one hundred books for children and teenagers, many of them award-winning science titles. Internationally, his books have sold more than three million copies. He and his family live in West Nyack, New York. Visit laurencepringle.com.

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Illustrator

Kate Garchinsky

Kate Garchinsky illustrates children’s books and educational media in her studio in the woodlands west of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Kate is a fellowship recipient of the Don and Virginia Eckelberry Endowment for nature artists at the Academy of Natural Sciences. Prior to creating children’s books, Kate designed toys, apps, birdbaths, and trail maps. She lives with her husband Brian, Julia and Spencer the cats, and her one-eyed beagle, Maggie May. Get to know her more at kategarchinsky.com.

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