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Exploring the World of Raccoons Paperback – Picture Book, March 11, 2010

by Tracy C. Read (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 138 ratings
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A glimpse inside the daily life of nature's masked bandits.

Children find the bandit-masked face and button nose of a raccoon irresistibly cute, and catching a glimpse of one in a neighborhood tree never fails to excite. Raccoons describes the natural history of these cousins of the panda bear and explains how that heritage helps them thrive in cities as well as in fields and woodlands. Color photographs of adults and kits in urban and natural settings give readers the chance to look more closely at these elusive creatures, and children will enjoy the amusing descriptions of the raccoon's antics and mischief. But Raccoons also shows youngsters why they shouldn't feed these brazen visitors and that, even though they share our cities and towns, raccoons will always be wild animals.

In the Exploring the World of... series, Firefly Books is pleased to present an exciting new nature series produced especially for young readers who are eager to learn more about the wild animals they find especially appealing. The books are packed with facts and offer outstanding value.

Clear text in large type and vivid photographs with explanatory captions describe the animals' physical attributes, and storylike narratives about their daily life -- where they live, what they eat, how they hunt, how they communicate, how they raise their young -- present a complete picture of each animal.

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  1. Reading age
    7 - 10 years
  2. Print length
    24 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    2 - 5
  5. Dimensions
    8 x 0.13 x 8 inches
  6. Publisher
    Firefly Books
  7. Publication date
    March 11, 2010
  8. ISBN-10
    155407617X
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1554076178
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This slender book from the Exploring the World of . . . series introduces the raccoon. The discussion begins with its gradual migration, over the past 100 years, from disappearing North American forests into suburbs and cities. In illustrated two-page and four-page spreads, the book presents information on aspects of raccoon anatomy, habitat, food, seasonal cycle, care of young, and predators. Read also discusses how the raccoon’s senses, particularly its “hypersensitive paws” and the highly developed section of its cerebral cortex devoted to touch, help it survive. Color photos effectively illustrate the text. Apart from the index and list of photo sources, there is no back matter. The text is clearly written and informative, though its vocabulary would suit a high-school reader better than the elementary-school students who might be drawn to such a short, highly illustrated book. Still, capable middle-school readers looking for a succinct, informative introduction to raccoons will find it here. Grades 5-8. --Carolyn Phelan

About the Author

Tracy C. Read is an editor and writer who has a special interest in nature and the environment. She lives in Kingston, Ontario.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Firefly Books (March 11, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 155407617X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1554076178
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 10 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 2 - 5
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.21 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.13 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 138 ratings

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Retired Ph.D. Sociology Professor
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
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I am on the Board of St Francis Wildlife Association where we rescue injured animals. This book was put on the bookshelf of the hospital.
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sr
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
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Very educational and colorful
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Sharon A. Kahan
5.0 out of 5 stars Raccoons
Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2020
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This was a gift for a neighbor and it was perfect. It came quickly and I’m very pleased with it .
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Kate
5.0 out of 5 stars So Cute!
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2018
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Cute book! I love raccoons so I bought this for my 2nd grade classroom - I'm planning on making my students love raccoons as much as I do :)
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patricia harman
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute photos
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2017
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Cute photos Story wasn't much, but I still liked it.
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chris c
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2021
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Great book, my little girl loves it
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Coondaddy
5.0 out of 5 stars I highly recommend it, it is more than worth the price ...
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2016
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Simple and engaging book for all ages and for anyone that loves raccoons. I highly recommend it, it is more than worth the price of the book.
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3.0 out of 5 stars More basic and for younger readers, not suitable for reference or adult audience
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2018
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I love, love, love, books and I love raccoons! I was buying this to add to my library. Was just a bit disappointed due to the fact it is quite short, and very basic, much more for a juvenile than I would have expected it to be. I will most likely pass it on. Would be ok for children, but not as an adult book or reference. Does have some good pictures.
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Harry Lawrence
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 16, 2024
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A true masterpiece of our time
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Ok for price
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 6, 2019
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Interesting for a small book
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J M Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 24, 2015
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Great
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Awesome_Sauce86
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2014
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Very nice book with some lovely pictures of raccoons and quite informative. Good price and delivered quite quickly. Would recommend to anyone who wants to learn more or likes raccoons
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