Age 10-12
Grade 5-7

Kim Perez Valice, Andy Comins

The Orca Scientists

Hardcover (HMH Books for Young Readers July 24, 2018)
Follow the scientists working in the Pacific Northwest to learn about the orca whale population there, as they race to save these remarkable mammals from extinction. Perfect for fans of The Great White Shark Scientist and readers looking for excellent nonfiction on this high-interest animal.

Orcas have a reputation for being bloodthirsty, but that myth is being debunked as scientists learn more about these "killer" animals. Readers follow scientists in the Pacific Northwest who study the nuanced communication patterns, family structure, and socialization of orca whales, from marine biologists to specialists in the study of sound.

With stunning photography and attention to field-based detail, The Orca Scientists paints a vivid picture of the individuals who have made it their life's work to better understand orcas, as well as the whales they are helping to avoid extinction.
Series
Scientists in the Field Series
ISBN
0544898265 / 9780544898264
Pages
80
Weight
20.8 oz.
Dimensions
11.0 x 0.4 in.

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