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Record Nr.

UNINA9910708202403321

Autore

Swearingen Jil M.

Titolo

English ivy / / Jil M. Swearingen, Sandra Diedrich

Pubbl/distr/stampa

[Washington, D.C.] : , : Plant Conservation Alliance, Alien Plant Working Group, , 2006

ISBN

979-88-85241-03-8

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (5 pages) : color illustrations, maps

Collana

Fact sheet / Plant Conservation Alliance

Disciplina

583/.44

Soggetti

English ivy - United States

Invasive plants - United States

Noxious weeds - United States

Plant conservation - United States

Native plants for cultivation - United States

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

"6 April 2006."

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (pages 4-5).

Sommario/riassunto

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn why English ivy is considered an invasive species, how it has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about English ivy and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about English ivy using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. English Ivy also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. English Ivy is part of Jump!'s Invasive Species series"--