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Description
Could a cougar do that? Cricket McKay is going to find out!
When Cricket McKay and her best friend, Shilo, discover that a cougar has been seen in the town of Waterton, they are thrilled that school closes for a few days as a precaution. The townspeople are worried though. They want the cougar caught and relocated, which could be disastrous for the cougar. Cricket's dad, the national park's warden, is receiving reports of the cougar causing all kinds of trouble around town, but it's the type of trouble it doesn't make sense for a cougar to get into. Then Cricket and Shilo find evidence that another animal may be to blame. With the help of a visiting researcher who is in Waterton studying cougar behavior, Cricket and Shilo must convince the townspeople, and Cricket's dad, that they're after the the wrong animal before it’s too late.
This is the fourth title featuring Cricket and her friends. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Contributor Notes
Pamela McDowell’s first career was in education, teaching junior high and high school. She began writing when she left teaching and has now written more than fifty nonfiction books for children. Her three previous early chapter books focusing on Cricket and her life in Waterton Lakes National Park were all CCBC Best Books. Pamela grew up in Alberta and enjoys writing about the diverse animals and habitats of her home province. She lives in Calgary with her husband, two kids and an Australian shepherd. Cougar Frenzy is the fourth book featuring Cricket and her friends.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 6 to 8
- Grade:
- 1 to 3
- Reading age:
- 6 to 8
Awards
- Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens, starred selection
Editorial Reviews
“Accessible, entertaining, and empowering for young naturalists...Young environmentalists will appreciate seeing how facts can defy frenzy.”
— Kirkus Reviews
“Intended for young readers, but the vocabulary is not restricted…Does a good job of presenting the concerns of both sides of the problems of living in an area with predators.”
— Resource Links
“Each chapter in Cougar Frenzy is just as entertaining as the last, and the language is very accessible for young readers...Cricket’s engagement will encourage animal lovers to take a stand and empower them to become animal activists themselves.”
— CM: Canadian Review of Materials
“Parents and teachers who hope to instill an interest in animal protection and who also want to promote literacy with easy chapter books for young readers will want to invest in this series.”
— Must Read Literature: K thru YA
