Other editions of book Opossums

What has two opposable toes and is the only marsupial crawling through the forests and backyards of North America? Its the opossum! These animals are often referred to as natures garbage disposal, so dont be surprised to find one munching from the dogs dish or gulping down last weeks leftovers in the trash. Young readers will devour this fact-packed title about these creatures of the night. Simple informational text introduces key details of wild animals of North America. Infographics and other visual features add clarity and help students navigate the text. Well-organized chapters help students identify primary details. ""On the Menu"" features visually depict what each animal eats. Range maps and conservation status bars show common location of animals and their levels of risk of endangerment. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Informational sidebars show basic anatomy of animals to help identification in the wild. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.