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Take A Winter Nature Walk redefines the meaning of “snow day”. Be the first among your friends to discover animal tracks, identify birds, and understand hibernation. This is your guide to exploring the fascinating world of nature in winter. Learn how animals adapt to survive harsh winters. Take field notes and record your observations. You’ll be amazed at the numbers of species of plants and animals you can find in winter. Become a winter naturalist. Explore for a few minutes, an hour, or a day! When you Take A Walk® with us, we change the way you see our world.
“Nature in winter offers so much to the careful observer. Crisp air, quiet landscapes, and a variety of bird and mammal activity. Pack this book in your day pack, put on your boots and coat and take your kids or students on a winter nature walk!” Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level: 5.4 |
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Hibernation |
Adaptations |
Wildlife |
Tracking |
Migration |
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Learn which animals sleep the winter away and about different kinds of sleep such as hibernation, torpor, and brumation. |
Why do some animals turn white in the winter? How do animals keep from freezing? What are the advantages of being white? How else do animals adapt to survive the cold? |
Which animals can you see in the winter? Learn where and when to look for birds and mammals. |
Learn how to identify animal tracks in the snow and mud. |
Why do some birds migrate and others not? How can you help migrating birds to survive their trip? When will they return? |
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