At Home with the Beaver

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A Story of a Keystone Species

By Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

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At Home with the Beaver by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent is an educational children's book that explores the fascinating world of beavers. It provides insights into how beavers build their homes, the ecosystems they create, and their life cycle. Rich with illustrations, the book aims to engage young readers while instilling an appreciation for wildlife and nature.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a budding young nature enthusiast who is fascinated by animals and their habitats. It takes readers on a journey into the world of beavers, teaching about their family dynamics, impressive dam-building skills, and impact on ecosystems. It's perfect for children who love exploring the wonders of the natural world through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations.

At Home with the Beaver

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Did you know that beaver ponds provide habitat for hundreds, if not thousands, of life forms?

Using their extremely strong teeth, beavers chop down trees to build a dam. The dam creates a pond that serves as habitat for everything from algae to giant moose. After creating the pond, the beavers build a lodge. The lodge is sometimes used by other animals besides beavers. Muskrats may live inside the lodge either with or without the beavers, or geese may build their nests atop the lodge. The dam itself is used as a bridge to cross the water by deer, ducks, or any number of other creatures. The pond is home to numerous life forms. Lily pads grow in the pond and frogs sit on lily pads to catch flies.

Learn about the pivotal role beavers play in making all of this life possible. Gorgeous photos and inviting text make At Home with the Beaver: The Story of a Keystone Species a must-have for young naturalists hoping to learn more about the interconnectedness of life.

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At Home with the Beaver is highly regarded for its vivid exploration of the beaver's role as a keystone species that influences diverse ecosystems. Lauded for its clear, accessible prose and rich photography, the book illuminates the complex contributions beavers make by creating habitats that support numerous species. Reviewers appreciate its educational value and captivating visuals, making it a recommended addition to school and public library collections.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781970039054

Publisher: Web of Life Children's Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Web of Life Children's Books

Illustration: color photographs

Contributors:

By Michael Runtz

Audience: Children

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Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Ph.D. zoologist Dorothy Hinshaw Patent uses her scientific training to write books about the natural world for young readers. Dorothy is the author of more than 100 books for children, her most recent being Pika Country: Climate Change at the Top of the World. Dorothy is the recipient of many awards, including the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Award for Nonfiction, the New York State Reading Association Charlotte Award, and the Edward O. Wilson Biodiversity Technology Pioneer Award. Dorothy lives in Kauai, Hawaii. To find out more about Dorothy, visit her website at www.DorothyHinshawPatent.com. Michael Runtz is the author and photographer of the renowned book, Dam Builders: The Natural History of Beavers and their Ponds. Michael hosted the international television series Wild by Nature, authored and illustrated with his award-winning photographs twelve natural history books, and has written more than 1,000 newspaper and magazine articles. Michael teaches Natural History and Ornithology courses at Carleton University, and has received numerous awards, including the Council of Canadian University Biology Chairs Distinguished Public Science Education Award and the Carleton University Lifetime Achievement Award. He lives in Ontario, Canada.