A Place to Start a Family: Poems about Creatures That Build

A poetry collection introducing animal architects that build remarkable structures in order to attract a mate and have babies.

Many animals build something--a nest, tunnel, or web--in order to pair up, lay eggs, give birth, and otherwise perpetuate their species. Organized based on where creatures live--underground, in the water, on land, or in the air--twelve poems bring fish, insects, reptiles, mammals, and birds to life. Back matter includes more information about each animal.

"A fine synthesis of poetry and science" -- Kirkus Reviews

"An inviting introduction to a dozen industrious creatures" -- Publishers Weekly

"A natural for classroom use, with eye-catching art that will lure little ones in" -- Booklist


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Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 01/16/2018
ISBN: 9781580897488
Pages: 32
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.00h x 10.40w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 11/06/2017
Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2017
Booklist 12/01/2017 pg. 51
School Library Journal 01/01/2018
Foreword 02/26/2018
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2019 - Recommended, Satisfactory

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 507008 / Place to Start a Family: Poems about Creatures That Build
Reading Level: 4.2 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5