Critters of Minnesota - (Wildlife Pocket Guides for Kids) 2nd Edition by Alex Troutman (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Get the perfect kids' introduction to Minnesota's mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Put nature in the hands of children! Critters of Minnesota is your wildlife pocket guide that's informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist and debut author Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters from the Land of 10,000 Lakes--if an animal is in this book, it's found in Minnesota.

Each species is showcased in a professional-quality photograph that's paired with such neat-to-know details as habitat, range, and preferred food sources. Illustrations of the critter's tracks complement the information, and a "Did You Know?" paragraph provides fascinating trivia worth sharing with family, friends, and teachers. Critters of Minnesota includes important-to-know mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians.

Book Features:

• 63 critters--only Minnesota animals
• Full-color photos of every species
• Concise descriptions and interesting "Did You Know?" facts
• Attractive layout with kid appeal

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of this book benefits Wildlife Forever to support their conservation efforts.

Review Quotes

"Each species is showcased with a photo that's paired with details such as habitat, range, and preferred food sources, as well as illustrations of the animal's tracks."

--Mary Ann Grossmann, Pioneer Press

About the Author

Alex Troutman is a wildlife biologist, birder, nature enthusiast, and science communicator from Austell, Georgia. He has a passion for sharing the wonders of nature and introducing the younger generation to the outdoors. He holds both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in biology from Georgia Southern University (the Real GSU), with a focus in conservation. Because he knows what it feels like to not see individuals who look like you, or come from a similar background, doing the things you enjoy or working in the career that you aspire to be in, Alex makes a point not only to be that representation for the younger generation but also to make sure that kids have exposure to the careers they are interested in and the diverse scientists working in those careers.

Alex is the co-organizer of several Black in X weeks, including Black Birders Week, Black Mammologists Week, and Black in Marine Science Week. This movement encourages diversity in nature, the celebration of Black individual scientists, awareness of Black nature enthusiasts, and diversity in STEAM fields.