A Platypus, Probably
A Platypus, Probably
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A Platypus, Probably

Written by Sneed B. Collard III & illustrated by Andrew Plant
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5 - 8
Reading age
32
Page count
34
Words per page
NPL
Lexile measure
Jul 1, 2005
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What has a bill like a duck’s and the body of a beaver? A platypus, probably. Engaging text follows a female platypus through her life, while sidebars offer in-depth information about this unique monotreme and her environment. Vivid, accurate illustrations capture the wonder of this amazing creature.

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Topics

animalsmammalsbiologyscience and naturezoologyplatypus

Genres

nonfiction

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781570915840
    Publication Date
    July 1, 2005
    Publisher
    Charlesbridge
    Original Publication Date
    January 1, 2005
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    34
    Reading Age
    5 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2004018957
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    56198621
    Lexile® Level
    NPL
    Scholastic Level
    M
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~A
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.8
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    87320
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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