What Is an Elephant?

by John Crossingham

Book Overview

As the world's largest land animals, elephants inspire awe in all of us - an awe that has led to myths of might and memory. Despite its immense strength, however, the elephant is a timid creature that uses its power only to defend itself against predators. Kids will learn many facts about these gentle pachyderms, including: - the social structure of elephants, in which the female is the leader - the animal's many, dexterous uses for its trunk - the...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0865059896
• ISBN13: 9780865059894
• Release Date: October 2001
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 9.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6

Customer Reviews

Lots of interesting Elephant info

Filled with interesting facts. For example, did you know that manatees and elephants are related or that an elephant get six sets of molars in its lifetime? Shows the elephant family tree. Lengthy discussion of elephant physical characteristics. Also covers such topics as communication, social life, habitat, life cycle, and Asian/African elephant differences. Mentions that young elephant may continue to drink milk for up to ten years. Has good photographs and simple book design as well as a glossary and an index. Karen Woodworth-Roman, Children's Science Book Review.