Rodents Wordbook: Wordbuddies, #1

By Blake Pieck

1st Edition Wordbook (Dictionary) about Rodents, covering about 401 furry species.

 

- Child-friendly description of each entry.

- Did You Know facts for each rodent.

 

Venture into the fascinating world of rodents with this in-depth dictionary. Specially designed for young mammalogists, this digital guide beckons readers on an intriguing journey through the bustling burrows and grassy fields where these furry critters thrive. From the industrious beavers building intricate dams to the nimble mice darting through meadows, each entry sparkles with child-friendly descriptions, captivating details, and intriguing rodent tales.

 

Finely tuned for today's digital landscape, our ebook-friendly interface ensures smooth navigation for young rodent admirers, making it a breeze to scuttle from one enchanting entry to the next.

 

With meticulous attention to detail, every page promises to both educate and enthrall, marking it an essential treasure for budding rodent researchers and curious youngsters alike. Whether it's for a quiet evening read or a nature trail companion, the "Rodents Wordbook" will sow the seeds of a lifelong appreciation for these small but remarkable mammals.

 

Did You Know? Immersing oneself in a children's dictionary about rodents not only bolsters a child's word treasury but also deepens their understanding of these ubiquitous creatures' roles in nature! Many future mammalogists and rodent aficionados began their journeys of discovery with pages from such enlightening guides.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Blake Pieck
• Release date: Aug 24, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223279952

Book preview

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African Grass Rat  -  A small, furry rodent that loves to munch on grass in the African grasslands.

Did You Know? These rats are known to be very active during the day, unlike many other rodents that prefer the nighttime!

African Ground Squirrel  -  A squirrel with a bushy tail that lives on the ground instead of in trees in Africa.

Did You Know? These squirrels use their tails as an umbrella to shade them from the hot sun!

African Pygmy Mouse  -  A teeny tiny mouse that’s one of the smallest rodents in the world.

Did You Know? Despite their size, these mice can jump up to 10 times their body length!

African Pygmy Squirrel  -  An even tinier squirrel that dashes around the treetops in the African forests.

Did You Know? They’re so small that they can easily fit in the palm of your hand!

African Tree Squirrel  -  A lively squirrel that spends most of its time jumping from branch to branch in African trees.

Did You Know? They have strong, sharp claws that help them grip onto tree bark!

Agouti  -  A large rodent that looks a bit like a big guinea pig and is found in Central and South American rainforests.

Did You Know? Agoutis have strong teeth that can crack open tough nuts!

Allegheny Woodrat  -  A rat that lives in the forests of eastern North America and loves to collect shiny objects.

Did You Know? These woodrats are sometimes called packrats because they gather and store so many items!

Alpine Marmot  -  A chubby, furry rodent that lives high up in the mountains of Europe.

Did You Know? Alpine marmots whistle to warn their friends of approaching danger!

Alston’s Brown Mouse  -  A small mouse with a brown coat found in Central America.

Did You Know? These mice are known for their singing-like calls, especially during the mating season!

Altai Birch Mouse  -  A tiny mouse that loves to scurry around the birch forests in parts of Asia.

Did You Know? These mice have a special fur coat that helps them blend in with the birch trees!

Amami Rat  -  A rare rat found only on the Amami Islands of Japan.

Did You Know? They have special, long whiskers that help them feel around in the dark!

Amazon Bamboo Rat  -  A rat that lives in the dense Amazon rainforest and loves to chew on bamboo.

Did You Know? These rats build nests high up in bamboo stalks to stay safe from predators!

Amazonian Bamboo Rat  -  Another bamboo-loving rat from the Amazon, but with a slightly different look and habits.

Did You Know? They use their sharp claws to climb up and down bamboo stalks with ease!

American Beaver  -  A large rodent known for building dams in rivers and streams using logs and mud.

Did You Know? Beavers have orange teeth that never stop growing, but they wear them down by gnawing on wood!

Ammodile  -  A type of desert gerbil found in parts of northern Africa and the Middle East.

Did You Know? Ammodiles have furry feet that help them walk on hot desert sand!

Andean Squirrel  -  A squirrel that lives high up in the Andes mountains of South America.

Did You Know? These squirrels have bushy tails which help them balance on narrow mountain ledges!

Anderson’s Gerbil  -  A small, fast gerbil found in the deserts of northern Africa.

Did You Know? They have long hind legs which help them jump quickly across the sand!

Anderson’s Squirrel  -  A squirrel with a shiny coat that can be found in South America’s forests.

Did You Know? They often eat fruits and sometimes even bird eggs!

Angola African Rock Rat  -  A rat that lives among the rocks and grassy areas of Angola in Africa.

Did You Know? These rats have a special coat