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Mandarin Ducks

by Alicia Z. Klepeis

Color and courtship in mandarin ducks

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Color and courtship in mandarin ducks

Alicia Z. Klepeis’s nonfiction introduction connects the striking colors of male mandarin ducks with their role in finding mates, pairing animal observation with an explanation of feather color. Full-color photographs and leveled text support early fluent readers, while an infographic, glossary, and index provide additional ways to explore the subject. A follow-up activity extends the discovery beyond the main text. Part of Jump!’s Science Behind the Colors series, the book also includes reading tips for adults and a curated search resource for further exploration.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Early fluent readers exploring animal nonfiction
  • Children ages 9–12 interested in ducks, feathers, and animal science
  • Parents or teachers seeking a supported nonfiction reading resource

Themes

Mandarin ducksAnimal colorationFeathers and courtshipScience learning

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Book overview

In this book, early fluent readers will learn why male mandarin ducks are so colorful and how this helps them find mates. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about mandarin ducks and the science behind their colored feathers.

An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about mandarin ducks using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mandarin Ducks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Mandarin Ducks is part of Jump!'s Science Behind the Colors series.

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