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Language
English
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Orcas are found in every ocean on the planet. But can they survive their relationship with humans? Orcas Everywhere looks at how humans around the world (Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike) related to orcas in the past, how we relate to them now and what we can do to keep cetacean communities alive and thriving. The book deals with science, philosophy, environmentalism and ethics in a kid-friendly and accessible way. Writer, filmmaker and orca activist...
2) Orcas
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
490L
Language
English
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Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how orcas live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the mammal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the mammal's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
580L
Language
English
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"Many people fear the great white shark. But an even deadlier animal lurks in the world's oceans--the killer whale. What would happen if these two faced off? This book looks at the advantages and attack moves of each of these underwater predators. Charts and graphs compare and contrast the two in tooth size, secret weapons, weight, and more. A final narrative tells of an epic battle between the animals. Who will rule the ocean?"--From the publisher's...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Formats
Description
A captivating account of the only successful orca rescue and reunion in history told in first person by Donna Sandstrom, a citizen participant of the rescue.In 2002, a young orca was spotted alone in Puget Sound near Seattle --- lost, underweight and 300 miles away from her home waters in Canada. Donna Sandstrom, an orca enthusiast in Seattle, eagerly joined the volunteer effort to help. Here she tells the riveting story, from identifying the orca...
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Examines killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
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Description
Contains facts about killer whales and great white sharks, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
10) Killer whales
Author
Series
Publisher
Carolrhoda Books
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
39 p. : col. ill. ; 23 x 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information on the physical characteristics, life cycle, and behavior of killer whales, with an emphasis on how they hunt.
11) Killer whales
Author
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
[2012]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of killer whales, Earth's deadliest dolphins. Also included is a story from folklore explaining the killer whale's creation.
Author
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Fountas & Pinnell
M
Physical Desc
31 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces orca whales, describing their physical features, what they eat, where they live, and how they care for their young.
Author
Series
Publisher
Raintree Steck-Vaughn
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, map ; 28 cm.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the behavior of killer whales from birth to old age, describing their feeding and mating habits, social structure, threats, and more.
15) Orcas
Author
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2013]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover many things about the killer whale known as the Orca and the research which is being done to help them to continue to survive in the wild.
16) Killer whales
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo
Pub. Date
[1995]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
23 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
pages cm.
Language
English
Description
"The icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear's patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or does the orca's ability to work in a pod give it the edge? Compare and contrast each animal's features and skills before you declare the winning predator"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
158 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.
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