Download or read book Do Kangaroos Carry Platypuses written by Lynn Hardy Wallace and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2022-06-20 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lynn wrote this book about the design of animals. I believe that children need to know the truth. Debating evolution serves no purpose. Lynn researched every animal in this book. One editor chose me as their science person. She has seen one of my articles about an animal and she wanted more. I find the study of animals interesting. God designed and created all animals. Children will like the alliteration, rhyming words, humor, purposeful repetition. Even some adult will enjoy it. Elizabeth Tangveld said, This is excellent. Elizabeth Brown, an editor, said, "I like it." One father enjoys reading to his children. Lynn Hardy Wallace holds a M.A. In Christiain Education. She wrote Christian Curriculum packages, and many magazine articles for children and adults, true stories, and a book of devotions for women (Our Lifeship). She lives on her ancestral home in Colorado. She also watches deer at play, elk with their calves, and birds. At Canyon View Baptist Church her fingers play the piano. For several years her late husband and she served as missionaries to the Navajo Indians.
Download or read book Platypus Matters written by Jack Ashby and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2022-08-04 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientifically informed and funny, a firsthand account of Australia’s wonderfully unique mammals—and how our perceptions impact their future. Think of a platypus: They lay eggs (that hatch into so-called platypups), produce milk without nipples and venom without fangs, and can detect electricity. Or a wombat: Their teeth never stop growing, they poop cubes, and they defend themselves with reinforced rears. And what about antechinuses—tiny marsupial carnivores whose males don’t see their first birthday, as their frenzied sex lives take so much energy that their immune systems fail? Platypuses, possums, wombats, echidnas, devils, kangaroos, quolls, dibblers, dunnarts, kowaris: Australia has some truly astonishing mammals, with incredible, unfamiliar features. But how does the world regard these creatures? And what does that mean for their conservation? In Platypus Matters, naturalist Jack Ashby shares his love for these often-misunderstood animals. Informed by his own experiences meeting living marsupials and egg-laying mammals during fieldwork in Tasmania and mainland Australia, as well as his work with thousands of zoological specimens collected for museums over the last two-hundred-plus years, Ashby’s tale not only explains historical mysteries and debunks myths (especially about the platypus), but also reveals the toll these myths can take. Ashby makes clear that calling these animals “weird” or “primitive”—or incorrectly implying that Australia is an “evolutionary backwater,” a perception that can be traced back to the country’s colonial history—has undermined conservation: Australia now has the worst mammal extinction rate of any place on Earth. Important, timely, and written with humor and wisdom by a scientist and self-described platypus nerd, this celebration of Australian wildlife will open eyes and change minds about how we contemplate and interact with the natural world—everywhere.
Download or read book Platypus Matters written by Jack Ashby and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2022-08-04 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Naturalist and Assistant Director of the Museum of Zoology at the University of Cambridge, Jack Ashby shares his love for the platypus and other Australian mammals, including wombats, echidnas, and kangaroos. Informed by stories of his experiences meeting living marsupials and egg-laying mammals on fieldwork in Tasmania and mainland Australia and his close contact with thousands of zoological specimens collected for museums over the last 200 years, Ashby's book explains historical mysteries and debunks myths about these mammals and especially the platypus-which lays eggs, feeds its young on milk, has venom spurs, and sports a bill that can detect electricity. In evaluating how humans have considered these special mammals, he makes clear that calling these animals "weird" or "primitive"- or incorrectly implying that Australia is an "evolutionary backwater"-has only added to the challenges for their conservation. One outcome of these descriptions is that Australia now has the worst mammal extinction rate of anywhere on Earth. Ashby argues that many of the ways that the world thinks about Australia's mammals can be traced back to the country's colonial history"--
Download or read book Dot and the Kangaroo written by Ethel C. Pedley and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-13 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " In "Dot and the Kangaroo" by Ethel C. Pedley, embark on a magical journey with Dot, a young girl who finds herself lost in the Australian outback and befriends a kind-hearted kangaroo. This heartwarming tale follows Dot's extraordinary adventure as she discovers the wonders of the Australian wilderness and learns important lessons about empathy, friendship, and the interconnectedness of all living beings. As Dot and her newfound kangaroo friend explore the enchanting landscapes of the outback, readers are immersed in a world teeming with unique animals, breathtaking scenery, and captivating encounters. Dot's encounters with other Australian animals provide valuable insights into their lives, habits, and the challenges they face in their natural habitats. Ethel C. Pedley's storytelling paints a vivid picture of the Australian wilderness, captivating readers with the beauty and diversity of its flora and fauna. Through Dot's journey, readers are encouraged to develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world, fostering empathy and a sense of stewardship for the environment. Join Dot and the Kangaroo on their unforgettable adventure, as they navigate the challenges of the Australian outback and forge a bond that transcends species. Prepare to be enchanted by the magic of friendship and the wonders of the Australian wilderness."
Download or read book Myths and Legends of the Australian Aborigines written by W. Ramsay Smith and published by Ravenio Books. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This classic resource is organized as follows: Chapter I: Origins The Customs and Traditions of Aboriginals The Story of the Creation The Coming of Mankind The Peewee’s Story The Eagle-hawk and the Crow The Birth of the Butterflies The Confusion of Tongues The Discovery and the Loss of the Secret of Fire The Moon The Wonderful Lizard The Lazy Goannas and what happened to them How the Selfish Goannas lost their Wives What some Aboriginal Carvings mean Chapter II: Animal Myths The Selfish Owl Why Frogs jump into the Water This is the legend of the frogs. Kinie Ger, the Native Cat The Porcupine and the Mountain Devil The Green Frog How the Tortoise got his Shell The Mischievous Crow and the Good he did Whowie The Flood and its Results How Spencer’s Gulf came into Existence Chapter III: Religion The Belief in a Great Spirit The Land of Perfection The Voice of the Great Spirit Witchcraft Chapter IV: Social Marriage Customs The Spirit of Help among the Aboriginals Ngia Ngiampe Hunting Fishing Sport Chapter V: Personal Myths Kirkin and Wyju The Love-story of the Two Sisters Cheeroonear The Keen Keeng Mr and Mrs Newal and their Dog Thardid Jimbo Palpinkalare Perindi and Harrimiah Bulpallungga Nurunderi's Wives Chirr-bookie, the Blue Crane Buthera and the Bat Yara-ma-yha-who The Origin of the Pleiades
Download or read book Animals Grades 1 3 written by and published by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-02 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build a foundation for total learning success with Everything About Animals! Designed by experts in education, Everything About Animals provides your child with essential practice in early science concepts, recognition of animals around the world, plus, fun games. High-interest lessons capture a child’s attention while fun activities reinforce important basic skills. Put your child on the road to success with the Everything About... series!
Download or read book The Knowledgebook written by and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2007 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, visual reference, enhanced by two thousand photographs and illustrations, provides information on all major fields of knowledge and includes timelines, sidebars, cross-reference, and other useful features.
Download or read book Bettongs Potoroos and the Musky Rat kangaroo written by Andrew W. Claridge and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2007 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an extraordinary glimpse into the serective lives of these unusual marsupials.
Download or read book The Illustrated London News written by and published by . This book was released on 1922 with total page 1008 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Facts at Your Fingertips written by Reader's Digest and published by Readers Digest. This book was released on 2003 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great for schoolwork, speeches, crosswords, and more, this fact-packed resource contains more than 800 full-color photos, illustrations, maps, charts, and diagrams, along with timelines and color-coded chapters.
Download or read book Amazing Facts About Mammals Grades 5 8 written by Blattner and published by Mark Twain Media. This book was released on 2008-09-02 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Connect students in grades 4 and up with science using Amazing Facts about Animals. This 128-page book features creatures from North and South America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the ocean, and the farm. The book includes puzzles, logic problems, myth busters, and scientific mysteries to pique student interest. It also includes reproducibles and answer keys.
Download or read book Kangaroo Dreaming written by Edward Kanze and published by Three Rivers Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A cross between "Blue Highways" and Homer's "Odyssey", this book takes us on an epic journey through the Australian landscape. Weaving in late-breaking discoveries about beloved Australian animals, "Kangaroo Dreaming" gives readers an up-close view of koalas, Tasmanian devils, kangaroos, wallabies, and platypuses. Kanze distinctively frames his narrative within a brief and lively retelling of "The Odyssey"; along the way there are great hazards, ogres, and temptations.
Download or read book Platypus written by Tom Grant and published by CSIRO PUBLISHING. This book was released on 2007-10-02 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since it first became known to European scientists and naturalists in 1798, the platypus has been the subject of controversy, interest and absolute wonder. Found only in Australia, the platypus is a mammal that lays eggs but, like other mammals, it has fur and suckles its young on milk. Many early biologists who visited the British colonies in Australia, including Charles Darwin, went out of their way to observe this remarkable animal. In Australia today the species is considered to be an icon, but one that many Australians have never seen in the wild. This book presents established factual information about the platypus and examines the most recent research findings, along with some of the colourful history of the investigation of its biology. This completely updated edition covers its anatomy, distribution and abundance, breeding, production of venom, unique senses, ecology, ancestry and conservation. It includes a 'Frequently Asked Questions' section for the general reader and, for those wishing to find out more detailed information, a comprehensive reference list.
Download or read book The Kangaroo Keeps on Talking written by L. St. Clare Grondona and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Level 1 Rainbow Serpent written by James V. Marshall and published by Pearson UK. This book was released on 2019 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Kangaroo Keeps on Talking Or The All British Continent written by L. St. Clare Grondona and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mammalogy Techniques Lab Manual written by James M. Ryan and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get outside! A hands-on lab manual for instructors incorporating fieldwork into their courses on mammalogy. Mammals inhabit nearly every continent and every sea. They have adapted to life underground, in the frozen Arctic, the hottest deserts, and every habitat in-between. In Mammalogy Techniques Lab Manual—the only field manual devoted to training the next generation of mammalogists—biologist and educator James M. Ryan details the modern research techniques today’s professionals use to study mammals wherever they are found. Ideal for any mammalogy or wildlife biology course, this clear and practical guide aids students by getting them outside to study mammals in their natural environments. Twenty comprehensive chapters cover skull and tooth identification, radio and satellite GPS tracking, phylogeny construction, mark and recapture techniques, camera trapping, museum specimen preparation, optimal foraging, and DNA extraction, among other topics. Each chapter includes several exercises with step-by-step instructions for students to collect and analyze their own data, along with background information, downloadable sample data sets (to use when it is not practical to be out in the field), and detailed descriptions of useful open-source software tools. This pragmatic resource provides students with real-world experience practicing the complex techniques used by modern wildlife biologists. With more than 60 applied exercises to choose from in this unique manual, students will quickly acquire the scientific skills essential for a career working with mammals.
