Zoology for Kids: Understanding and Working with Animals, with 21 Activities

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talented zoologists who love animals just like me Every day kids like you come up to me and ask what it takes to be a zoologist I can't help but smile and remember it wasn't so long ago that I was in your shoes My wife Bethanie and I decided to write this book because we think there is so much beauty in the world and it s important to understand respect appreciate and enjoy it Since we also share a love for education and learning we put our heads together to create Zoology for Kids As you read this book we hope it helps you feel more connected with the animal kingdom You will learn the ins and outs of zoology but most of all you will learn what you can do to be part of this commu nity a community that works every day to preserve and protect this amazing world we call home JOSH HESTERMANN coauthor rowing up in my family meant hiking through deserts and canyons pitching a tent and camp ing high up in the mountains and even riding waves on the California coast When I was outside I felt happy and free I didn't know it then but my appreci ation for the natural world was the beginning of my journey as a zoologist Then I married a zookeeper Josh's love for ani mals and my love for natural places went together like a fruit bat and a fig tree Don't get that compari son yet You will In other words we made a good