Spring 2024

Tracks and Scat

From the Set North American Field Guides

Exploring the outdoors can be a thrilling but sometimes puzzling adventure. This field guide to the tracks and scat of North American animals shows readers how to identify the signs that animals leave behind, revealing which creatures are in the area. Features include a table of contents, a glossary, and additional resources.

Format List Price Your Price Qty
$47.07 $32.95
Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 9
Reading Level Grade 5
Dewey Number 591.5
Lexile 980L
ATOS Reading Level
Guided Reading Level
Language English
Publisher ABDO Publishing
Format Reinforced book
ISBN 9781098293116
Copyright 2024
Number of Pages 112
Dimensions 5.75 x 8.75
Graphics Full-color photographs

SLJ Review of North American Field Guides

Each of these field guides includes exactly 100 entries, with one page per species presented in a consistent, easy-to-follow format. An opening paragraph describes the animal’s physical appearance, plus a bit about its environment and behavior. A “How to Spot” box lists size, range, habitat, diet. About half of the entries include an inset with a “fun fact” or additional information. One or two photographs per page usually provide clear visual details needed for identification; a few of the images are less effective. Captions identify songbird gender in many cases, especially when the visual differences are pronounced. Entries are arranged by category, such as “crocodilians” and “perch and darters.” Tracks and Scat uses broader groups, like “Mammals” and “Reptiles,” pairing a clear photo of the track or scat alongside the animal image. VERDICT Useful and well-organized field guides for older children…. Fill a need for broad species coverage at the middle school level.

Author: Kristin J. Russo