"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to American bison. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Presents information about the millions of bison, or buffalo, which roamed the open prairies of the Far West when the country was young.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces bison and buffalo to young readers through leveled text and related photos" --

A brief introduction to the history of the American buffalo and how it was almost hunted into extinction.

Details the characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of the American bison.

A correspondent for "Outside" magazine details his participation in a hunt for American bison in the Alaskan wilderness while reflecting on the history of the buffalo and the future of an animal that has haunted the American imagination.

"Meet the biggest mammal in North America! Learn about the features and behaviors of bison, including wallowing in dirt and their Native American history. A folk tale explains why bison have a shoulder hump"--

Describes the life of American bison today on the National Bison Range in Montana and in other parks and preserves, with an emphasis on how humans must crefully manage each herd for its own good.

Did you know that American bison are the largest land mammals in North America? Bison live in small groups called bands. Sometimes, bands join together to form a large herd. Learn more about the bison in this informative book.