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K-3
Illustrated by
Patricia J. Wynne.
This informative text first highlights common characteristics of marine mammals, such as their streamlined bodies, mechanisms for breathing and storing oxygen, and how they learn to swim, then discusses various types of mammals, including whales, walruses, sea otters, and polar bears. Sea-toned illustrations and factual asides provide additional details. Glos.