Orangutans For Kids

Learn all about the fascinating, long-haired endangered great apes that call the rainforest trees their home. Discover their preferred habitat, favorite foods, common traits, exciting facts about their babies, and why they have been named "person of the forest" in this fun and educational sturdy board book perfect for your curious little reader. A must for animal lovers! Smithsonian Kids books feature engaging educational content for little learners that reflect the integrity of the Smithsonian. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book goes to support the Smithsonian's educational mission. Collect the entire Smithsonian Kids series! Packed with fun orangutan facts and new vocabulary words for little ones to discover and learn Encourages and offers ways kiddos can help protect the endangered species Fun, vibrant illustrations perfect for keeping toddlers and preschoolers entertained Perfect gift for the little animal fan in your life! Officially licensed Smithsonian Kids product

Learn all about orangutans in this fun and informational text. Like all books in the My Favorite Animal Series, Orangutans offers engaging facts and checks the reader's knowledge and comprehension throughout the book.

Did you know baby orangutans have the longest childhood of any animal? Some orangutans even continue to visit their mothers after theyÕve grown up. After reading this low-level title, youÕll be attached to these precious primates, too!

Two children, one wheelchair and a passion to save the orangutans... An incredible journey written by children, for children. Daniel Clarke and his brother William travelled to the jungles of Borneo, Indonesia to experience the critically endangered orangutan in the wild. Their story if both inspiring and educational.

Table of Contents Introduction What is an orangutan? How do orangutans act? The history of orangutans and humans Orangutans and culture Orangutans and conservation Conclusion Author Bio Publisher Introduction The orangutan is probably one of the more fascinating apes in existence. Less people know a lot about it compared to animals like the chimpanzee and the gorilla, but they certainly have their own charms. A red ape with very long arms, the orangutan looks kind of silly. But it has intelligence that surpasses its appearance, and has fascinated scientists and storytellers alike for centuries.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces orangutans to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Primate Power! What's got long red hair, toes that work like thumbs, arms longer than its legs, swings from tree branch to tree branch, and can even use an iPad? The amazing orangutan! Smithsonian's National Zoo is actively working to help save this endangered primate. Curious about how? Check out this 8 x 8 filled with full-color photos and lively text about how orangutans live and how the Zoo provides for their enrichment and survival.