For two years, deep in the wilds of Florida's Flatlands, naturalist Joe Hutto lived full-time as a turkey mother, raising sixteen chicks—roosting with them, taking them foraging, and immersing himself in their world. Foreword. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. Full-color photographs. Black-and-white illustrations, maps, and chart.
Title alpha When I Was a Turkey: Based on the PBS Documentary My Life as a Turkey
Category Nonfiction Middle Plus
Pages Count 192
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Joe Hutto. Wild turkey behavior. Human-animal relationships. Imprinting. Turkeys. Animals. Wildlife. Zoology. Observation. Problem solving.
SRC Level 6.300000
SRC Points 9.000000
Lexile 910L
Trim Size 9" x 6"
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Publication date 2017-11-06
JLG Release Date Mar 2018
Minimum grade 5
Maximum grade 8
Reading level Middle
Format Print
Nonfiction Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
Nonfiction Middle Plus
Nonfiction Middle Plus (Grades 5-8)
For Grades 5-8 This collection features nonfiction titles offering a broad look at real-world topics of interest to middle school readers. Selections span subjects such as history, science, and biography, emphasizing accessible presentation and engaging approaches that invite curiosity and independent exploration.