Cane Toads

Cane Toads is an informational explanation that describes how cane toads became pests in Australia.  The purpose of introducing cane toads, the disruptions they now cause in the ecosystems, and the challenges of controlling them are some of the topics covered.  The style is informative and conversational. 

The book has a contents and is divided into five sections.  Section headings are used.  The text is composed of a variety of sentence types.  Captioned and labelled photographs, maps, and a labelled diagram support the text and add meaning.  A glossary and index are provided.  The book concludes with a two-page spread that tells how to write informational explanations.

Some words may require clarification: hardy, major, native, temporary, stowaway.

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