Cows

Children's Literature - Susan Borges

This high interest, easy-to-read, nonfiction book about cows will delight young readers with interesting facts and wonderful photographs. This book is one in a series of four appealing books about different farm animals. Facts such as why cows are farmed, the life cycle of cows, the size and physical characteristics of cows, different breeds of cows, and customs related to cows in other parts of the world are clearly explained and illustrated throughout the book. On each page there are bold titles, colorful engaging photographs, labeled illustrations, interesting easy-to-read passages, and sidebars containing unique and little known facts about cows. For example, in India and Nepal it is good luck to give a cow a snack such as a piece of bread or fruit. Young readers will enjoy exploring all the features of this age-appropriate nonfiction book, including a table of contents, a glossary for words that are in bold face type throughout the book, an index, an activity page with step-by-step directions to follow, and suggested helpful ideas for teachers and parents to use to enhance the understanding and pleasure of this delightful book for the young reader. In or out of the elementary school classroom, children will be fascinated by this attractive book while they learn about an important farm animal, the cow. Part of the "Down on the Farm" series.