Animal Mothers and Babies

By Dona Herweck Rice

Book Overview

Animal Mothers and Babies is a delightful nonfiction reader that introduces young students to the special bond between animal mothers and their young. Geared toward readers in Grades K-2, this engaging book uses simple text and vivid photos to show how animal moms care for, feed, protect, and teach their babies in the wild. It encourages empathy, understanding of animal behaviors, and early scientific inquiry. Perfect for science centers, read-alouds, and beginning readers, it helps build essential literacy and observation skills.

Explores animal family structures and care behaviors.Uses real-world examples with accessible language.Encourages early life science exploration and curiosity.Supports vocabulary development and comprehension.Ideal for classrooms, libraries, or home learning environments.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433335794
• ISBN13: 9781433335792
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
• Length: 12 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.7" x 6.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 4