Gorillas (The Untamed World)

By Patricia Miller-Schroeder

Book Overview

Awe-inspiring creatures of land and sea are as fascinating in fact as in folklore. These titles offer both views, combining a thorough nonfiction resource with riveting reading. Topics include life span, classification, the food chain, social organization, communication, and seasonal activities.Habitat destruction, hunting, poaching, and fighting in Rwanda have taken a serious toll on gorilla populations. Readers can find out how to help.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0817284761
• ISBN13: 9780817284763
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Steck-Vaughn Co
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.5" x 0.3" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

packed with fascinating facts, nice color photos

This is an interesting book about the daily lives of gorillas. There are many color photos of gorillas in a variety of situations. I love that book not only contains true facts, but myths & folklore about gorillas from around the world. The book starts out describing gorillas' features & characteristics. This includes information on senses & movements as well. It then does a great job of explaining the differences in primate groups & gorilla classifications. Group activities, communication & interaction with other animals are also covered as well as information on there food cycle, nest building & habitat. You even get to glimpse into the life of a gorilla from birth to death. At the end there is an engaging discussion on conservation efforts including addresses where you can write for more information. The glossary, suggested readings & a section listing 20 fascinating facts are nice bonuses.