Bibliograph

Summertime sleepers, animals that estivate, Melissa Stewart ; illustrated by Sarah S. Brannen

Type

Label

Summertime sleepers, animals that estivate, Melissa Stewart ; illustrated by Sarah S. Brannen

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Intended audience

Ages: 6-8Grades: 1-3Reading L: 5.3

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Summertime sleepers

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1085575936

Responsibility statement

Melissa Stewart ; illustrated by Sarah S. Brannen

Sub title

animals that estivate

Summary

Estivation is just like hibernation - only it happens in summer instead of winter. Why do some animals settle into cool, snug spots and sink into a summertime sleep? Because it's too hot for their bodies to function, or their food is in short supply. Some estivating animals sleep in groups; others rest alone. Some go on a long journey before they slumber; others hunker down right at home. From the pixie frog to the spotted turtle to the desert hedgehog, discover how a variety of animals survive by taking a break during the hottest days of the year

Target audience

juvenile

Contributor

Creator