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Author Jeffries, Joyce, author.

Title Arctic foxes of the tundra / Joyce Jeffries.

Publication Info. New York : KidHaven Publishing, [2017]
©2018

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Location Call No. Status
 Mansfield, Main Library - Juvenile Nonfiction  J 599.776 JEFFRIES    In Mending
 New Britain, Main Library - Children's Department  J599.776 JEF    Check Shelf
 South Windsor Public Library - Children's Department  J 599.7764 J38A    Check Shelf
 Windsor, Main Library - Children's Department  E-599.776 JE    Check Shelf
Description 24 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm.
Series Animals of the tundra
Contents Living in the tundra -- Staying warm in the cold -- Searching for food -- Fox families.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary Arctic foxes have developed special adaptations that help them survive in the unwelcoming tundra. In the winter, their fur is white; in the summer, when the snow melts, they grow gray or brown fur. The furry bottoms of their feet and their large tails keep them warm all year round. Readers will enjoy discovering these and other facts about this marvelous animal. These facts enhance readers understanding of common science curriculum topics. Stunning photographs enhance the accessible text in a way that is sure to captivate young readers. Detailed Table of Contents, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Websites.
Subject Arctic fox -- Adaptations -- Juvenile literature.
Arctic fox -- Behavior -- Juvenile literature.
Body temperature -- Regulation -- Juvenile literature.
Tundra animals -- Juvenile literature.
Adaptation (Biology) -- Juvenile literature.
ISBN 9781534522275 (pbk. book)
1534522271 (pbk. book)
9781534522176 (6 pack)
1534522174 (6 pack)
9781534522244 (library bound book)
1534522247 (library bound book)
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