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Description
Loon follows the first four years of two loon chicks as they grow into adulthood. The book is very informative providing a wealth of interesting facts accompanied by beautiful illustrations. Two additional pages provide more detailed information about the loon as well as environmental problems affecting this beautiful bird and its habitat.
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General Assessment
Recommendation of how and where to use it
This picture book will be a great addition to the study of habitats and can easily be incorporated into a lesson on birds. The pictures provide a good starting point to initiate a discussion regarding environmental threats to our lakes.
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- Science 2: Living things have life cycles adapted to their environment
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Themes Addressed
Ecosystems (2)
- Appreciating the Natural World
- Wildlife Protection
