The Life Cycle of an Opossum

Why does a baby opossum live in its mother's pouch? When can an opossum live on its own? Why are humans a danger to opossums? From inside the mother's pouch to life outside the den, this is an engaging exploration of America's only wild marsupial. Fun facts and vivid photographs teach readers about every stage of an opossum's life. Series Review: Nature's Life Cycles"This Eclectic Assortment Of Creatures Showcases Typical Animal Life Cycles...The Cycle Is Recapped In A Photo Sequence. Captioned, Full-Page Photographs And "Awesome Animal!" Fact Boxes Add Information."-School Librar