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Author | : Doug Alderson |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 153 |
Release | : 2020-04-01 |
Genre | : Nature |
ISBN | : 1493048279 |
People have long been fascinated by the American alligator. Ever since humans arrived on the continent more than 15,000 years ago, the American alligator has been both feared and revered, celebrated and scorned, and often hunted for food and hide. Once tourism began to take hold in the South as a real industry, especially in Florida, the alligator took on iconic and even mythical status. “One of the most picturesque features of Florida has always been that uncouth and fierce-looking reptile called the alligator,” wrote Nevin O. Winter in 1918. “Everybody who comes down here to the peninsula has an ambition to see one in the wild.” Seminole Indians wrestled alligators for show. Alligator souvenirs and mascots often took what people feared—a sharp-toothed predator—and made it into something cute and cuddly. Alligator-themed songs were recorded and released, including “See You Later Alligator” by Bill Haley and His Comets. Hollywood into created alligator-themed movies such as Alligator People. Alligators were also reportedly kept in the White House under two presidencies. And perhaps the most unusual alligator story was one that helped to nab Ma Barker and her son Fred when they were hiding out along Florida’s Lake Weir. America’s Alligator examines the colorful and sometimes conflicted relationship our species has had with Alligator mississippiensis. Doug Alderson explores the country’s rich alligator mythology and how it inspired various forms of art, stories, photography, tourism and even humor.
Author | : Scott E. Henke |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 2018-04 |
Genre | : American alligator |
ISBN | : 9781536133516 |
Author | : Rebecca E. Hirsch |
Publisher | : Lerner Publications |
Total Pages | : 36 |
Release | : 2015-08-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1467782831 |
Find out what an American alligator has in common with a frilled lizard. Discover what sets an American alligator apart from an eastern coral snake. Readers will compare and contrast key traits of American alligators—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to similar and different reptiles. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through gathering information about similarities and differences, readers will make connections and draw conclusions about what makes this animal a reptile and how reptiles are alike and different from each other.
Author | : Karen Latchana Kenney |
Publisher | : Great Animal Comebacks |
Total Pages | : 24 |
Release | : 2018-12-15 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9781641282765 |
Author | : Steve Potts |
Publisher | : Capstone |
Total Pages | : 54 |
Release | : 1999-09 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9780736884808 |
Describes the characteristics, habitats, and life cycle of the American alligator. Includes photo diagram.
Author | : Ellen Lawrence |
Publisher | : Swamp Things: Animal Life in a |
Total Pages | : 24 |
Release | : 2020 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 9781642808032 |
In a shallow pond, an enormous alligator is waiting, its nostrils breaking the surface of the dark waters. Suddenly, a duck lands on the pond. The alligator's huge, gaping jaws emerge from the water and snap shut! The duck quickly flaps its wings and escapes. The alligator sinks below the water again. The swamp is home to lots of other prey, and the stealthy alligator will soon catch a tasty meal. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of its primary-grade audience, this colorful, fact-filled book gives readers a chance not only to learn all about American alligators and their swamp habitat, but also to develop powers of observation and critical thinking. Built-in activities, such as using a measuring tape to see how long alligators grow and guessing how a mother alligator takes care of her young, give readers a chance to gain insights beyond the facts and figures.
Author | : Susan H. Gray |
Publisher | : Cherry Lake |
Total Pages | : 36 |
Release | : 2007-08-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1602791708 |
Readers are introduced the habitat and lifestyle of the American Alligator and learn how the American Alligator is making a comeback from near extinction. Find out how people in the southeastern United States are learning to live with these amazing creatures.
Author | : Aaron Feigenbaum |
Publisher | : Bearport Publishing |
Total Pages | : 32 |
Release | : 2007-08-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1597165913 |
Was it too late to save the American alligator? For millions of years, this amazing creature had lived peacefully in North America. Yet by the 1960s, years of hunting, pollution, and land encroachment had pushed the animal to the brink of extinction. Would people find a way to help the American alligator survive? In American Alligators: Freshwater Survivors, children relive the inspiring and heroic efforts of people who stepped in to save this remarkable creature when all seemed lost. Through this true tale of wildlife survival, children discover the bold and creative ideas that Americans and their government have used to protect and care for the country’s endangered wildlife. Full-color photographs and a habitat map enrich this heartfelt story of conservationism and courage.
Author | : Carla Mooney |
Publisher | : ABDO |
Total Pages | : 51 |
Release | : 2016-12-15 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1680798472 |
Scientists believe American alligators have been around for nearly 150 million years, but they came close to going extinct. American Alligator explores the alligator's key role in its habitat, how hunting and habitat changes almost led to its extinction, and how efforts such as egg collection and controlled hunting help to preserve the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author | : Tyler Omoth |
Publisher | : North Star Editions, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 35 |
Release | : 2017-01-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1635171865 |
Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of American alligators. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.