The Life Cycle of the Tuatara
Find out all about our very own 'living fossil' in this fascinating look at the life cycle of the tuatara, presented with stunning images and educational text.
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| Interest Age |
6-10 years |
| Reading Age |
6-10 years |
| NBS Text |
Children's General Non-Fiction |
| ONIX Text |
Children/juvenile |
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| Number of Pages |
32 |
| Dimensions |
Width: 215mm
Height: 265mm
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| Weight |
Not specified - defaults to 600g |
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| Dewey Code |
597.945156 |
| Catalogue Code |
101122 |
Description of this Book
Did you know that when it's cold, the tuatara's heart may beat only once in four minutes, and several minutes might pass between each breath? However, when it's hot, the heart might beat up to forty times per minute. Find out all about our very own 'living fossil' in this fascinating look at the life cycle of the tuatara, presented with stunning images and educational text.
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Awards & Reviews
| Awards |
Shortlisted for New Zealand Post Children's Book Award: Non-Fiction Award 2012.
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Author's Bio
Long recognised for the high standard of her artwork, Betty Brownlie has had a life-long fascination with the natural world that lead her to embark on this series.
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