Name: Wolves
ISBN: 9780823412020

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Wolves, Reconsidered

A clear look at wolves pairs their social lives with the stories people tell about them.

Come here for

Pack life, shared food, and cooperation
Four myths and legends alongside curious facts

Expect

A shift from wolf fears toward their shy, social nature
Attention to red wolves and the danger of extinction

Book Details

Authors: Gail Gibbons
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Published: January 1, 1994
Format: Paperback
Theme: Wolves & Coyotes · Foxes
Reading lane: Wolves & Coyotes

Affinity

Wolves & Coyotes
90%
Foxes
78%

Publisher Categories

Wolves & Coyotes
Ecosystems & Environment
Animals & Zoology

About This Book

Wolves are more than what they seem. For centuries people have been afraid of wolves, yet these animals tend to be shy and live peacefully among themselves. Here is information on gray wolves (also called timber wolves) who live in packs that hunt in territories as large as 500 square miles. Pack leaders mate for life, and pack member hunt together, share food, and protect each other. There is also information about the red wolf, and how all wolves are in danger of extinctio...

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Wolves are more than what they seem. For centuries people have been afraid of wolves, yet these animals tend to be shy and live peacefully among themselves. Here is information on gray wolves (also called timber wolves) who live in packs that hunt in territories as large as 500 square miles. Pack leaders mate for life, and pack member hunt together, share food, and protect each other. There is also information about the red wolf, and how all wolves are in danger of extinction and need to be protected. Included are four myths and legends, and a list of curious facts.