Animal Survival

by Hile, Lori

• ISBN13: 9781410939739
• ISBN10: 1410939731
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2011-01-01
• Publisher: Heinemann/Raintree

Summary

We love our pets and enjoy learning about animals in the wild. But do you ever wonder what they might be capable of when faced with disastrous situations? Animal Survival tells the riveting stories of many of these animals From the cat that rescued her kittens from a burning building to the dog who traveled nearly 5,000 kilometers (3,000 miles) to get back home, it's clear that many animals are capable of amazing feats of bravery, strength, and endurance, when faced with impossible odds. They're also capable of making some surprising friends!

Author Biography

Lori Hile is the author of several books for young people, as well as dozens of magazine articles. She would proudly own a pet, if only her landlord would allow it!

Table of Contents

Animals Beating the Odds	p. 4
Into the Wild: Wilderness Survival	p. 6
Surviving Natural Disasters	p. 14
The Human Threat	p. 22
Accidents and Abandonment	p. 28
Incredible Journeys	p. 32
With a Little Help from Their Friends	p. 38
Animal Heroes	p. 42
More Animal Survival Facts	p. 50
Glossary	p. 52
Find out More	p. 54
Index	p. 56
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