Adaptation and Survival

by Robert Snedden

Overview

Why do tigers have stripes? Do they choose to have them, or is that just how they are? Adaptation and Survival explains what is meant by the fitness of an organism and shows how adaptations improve a plant or animal's chances of survival to have offspring. It tackles common confusions about the science and shows how topics are relevant to the reader.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781410944016
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2012
Series:	The Web of Life
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	1020L (what's this?)
Age Range:	11 - 15 Years

Table of Contents

Survival of the fittest — Temperature control — Case study : the camel — Hibernation — Case study : the arctic ground squirrel — Defense and attack — On the move — Senses — Timeline of prehistoric adaptations.

Editorial Reviews

Each title in this series is lavishly illustrated and includes research questions. There is not a lot of detail present, but rather an attempt to cover a fairly broad area quickly, and in a fashion that will catch the attention of middle school students. Since these topics are often covered in middle school science classes, this series is likely to be a good addition to the library. However, The Future of Life on Earth and Behavior in Living Things make some statements without supporting facts. I’d suggest adding some other titles for balance. Bibliography. Glossary. Websites. Index. –David Lininger, MS/HS Librarian, Hickory County R-1 Schools, Urbana, Missouri Library Media Connection Nov/Dec 2012 Additional Selection

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