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Who Eats Who in City Habitats? by Robert Snedden is a nonfiction introduction to food chains and food webs in urban settings. The book examines various city habitats, such as parks, gardens, streets, and rooftops, illustrating how organisms ranging from insects to humans interact as predators, prey, and producers. It also discusses the impact of disruptions to these urban food chains, explaining the ecological consequences when links are broken. Aimed at middle-grade readers, the text provides clear explanations and examples to help students grasp the dynamics of city ecosystems.
Quick Summary
Discover how coyotes snack on pigeons, rats feast on leftover pizza, and hawks swoop down on unsuspecting mice in this wild look at city food chains where the concrete jungle gets totally cutthroat. Kids will love peeking into back alleys, rooftop gardens, and park ponds to see exactly who eats whom, with surprising predator-prey showdowns that make gross-out humor fans giggle and nature lovers gasp. If your kid likes the silly science of "Dogman" comics or the creature facts in "National Geographic Kids" magazines, they'll devour this fast-paced guide to urban ecosystems. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 12 in grades 4 through 6 who are curious about animals and want to see the wild side of their own city streets.