Wildcats of North America - Bobcat [Hardcover]

Jalma Barrett (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up | Series: Wildcats of North America

Photographs by Larry Allan

Found mostly in the rugged American West, these cats are expert survivors. They've adapted so well that bobcats can even be found in populated areas such as New Jersey!

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 2-4-Three mediocre offerings in an already overcrowded field. The books are organized logically and cover physical traits, social habits, and life cycles. The texts are slightly more advanced than beginner-reader level; glossary words are italicized and defined within the text, as well as at the end of the books. Maps consist of fuzzy and unlabeled outline drawings showing areas in which the title animal is most common, not all areas in which it is found. Bobcat and Lynx have some good-quality photographs and are acceptable if libraries need additional titles on these topics. However, better entries on these animals can be found in the "Early Bird Nature Books" (Lerner), "Nature Watch Books" (Carolrhoda), and "Nature's Children" (Grolier) series. There are also exceptional single titles on wild cats, such as Susan Bonner's Hunter in the Snow: The Lynx (Little, Brown, 1994). Feral Cat includes some out-of-focus photographs and others that are poorly lit; it covers much the same ground as many good pet books. While names of some organizations trying to deal with the feral-cat problem are mentioned, no contact information is given. All three of these books include brief bibliographies of current titles that are more attractive and useful than the books at hand.
Susan Oliver, Tampa-Hillsborough Public Library System, FL
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 24 pages
• Publisher: Blackbirch Press; 1 edition (July 13, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567112579
• ISBN-13: 978-1567112573
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,547,886 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Bobcat Education, June 29, 2000

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This review is from: Wildcats of North America - Bobcat (Hardcover)

Bobcats (Wildcats of North America) gives a wonderful and easy to understand view of the wildcat living within North America. For outdoor activity educators this book would be appropriate in giving an overview of the life of a creature we must learn to co-exist with in North America. The book is written in a way that is easy to understand for young people and is filled with beautiful photographs of the Bobcat's life. Aspects of mating, raising young, and hunting styles are all provided for the reader's growing education. Included in the book is a glossary for further reference as the young reader pursues his or her interest in wildlife. At the end of the book is some good advice for young people about appreciating beauty of creatures without trying to touch them or pet them , which as a child educator I greatly appreciate! The multi faceted life of the Bobcat is described in a scientific and interesting way to give a complete picture of the life of this powerful cat. The illustrated map showing habitats of the Bobcat are great for backing up the words printed within the text. Jalma Barrett describes the Bobcat in a factual and interesting way that when combined with the beautiful photographs and photo descriptions is able to hold the child's attention. I think this book is perfect for children and young children that camp, hike, perform outdoor activities, and also have an interest in wildlife. One last note about the author is she subtly discusses the effect on the Bobcat by human's misunderstanding of the beautiful creature.