american bison

Discusses the Indians of the Great Plains' social life, customs, and importance of the buffalo and horse in their way of life.

Describes what American bison look like, where they live, and what they eat, with large color photographs, more facts, and glossary terms.

Describes what American bison look like, where they live, and what they eat, with large color photographs, more facts, and glossary terms.

Text and photographs describe the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the gray wolf.

Describes the reemergence of the buffalo from near extinction in the United States and traces their history in connection with cowboys, Teddy Roosevelt, and the Native Americans of the plains.

Simple text and photographs introduce early readers to bison.

The story of the first efforts to save the vanishing bison (buffalo) herds from extinction in the United States in the 1870s and 1880s. Based on the true story of Samuel Walking Coyote, a Salish (Kalispel) Indian who rescued and raised orphaned buffalo calves.

"To appreciate the plight of endangered species, readers are asked to consider the history of the American bison. From dominating the plains to a swift decline to the brink of extinction, the...American bison epitomizes the crisis of habitat loss for wildlife. Delving into the...policies that nearly led to this creatures extermination, this book illuminates the history of the species with a...timeline, ...sidebars, and...photographs. The book reveals the efforts that have restored the bison to sustainable numbers and educates readers about the value of conservation and the critical role this...animal plays in its ecosystem"--Amazon.com.

"American Bison reveals the importance of America's national mammal to the West, how hunting in the 1800's nearly led to its extinction, and how people are using science to save the species. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.

"A kindergarten-level introduction to bison, covering their growth process, behaviors, the forests and grasslands they call home, and such defining features as their shaggy fur"--Provided by publisher.