By Millicent E. Selsam

3. Millicent E. Selsam was born on May 30, 1912, in Brooklyn, New York. She became interested in science when she was in high school by going on field trips. Millicent E. Selsam was a high school science teacher for ten years. She also liked to grow many kinds of plants. The first book she wrote was Egg to Chick in 1946.

4. Genre � Nonfiction There are many ways an author can give information in nonfiction.

5. Pop Quiz What does the author do? He or she writes the stories. What does the illustrator do? He or she draws takes the pictures.

13. Say the words. Read the sentences. Fill in the blank.

20. clues - things that help solve a problem or mystery detective - a person who tries to solve crimes or mysteries floor - the inside bottom surface of a room, where you walk nature - all plant and animal life piece - a part of something that is separated from the whole pulls - to move something toward yourself

24. A detective looks for clues.� A nature detective looks for clues, too.� They may be tracks in mud, in sand, or even on a floor.� A nature detective sometimes pulls a stick or a piece out of a nest.� Find out how to be a nature detective.

27. Fun links for �How to be a Nature Detective� Animal tracks Beartracker�s Animal Tracks Den Mammals Reptiles Birds Follow that footprint, paw print, hoof print ... Give our Tricky Tracks Quiz for Beginners a try. Good luck! Curious George Printable Animal Tracks Coloring Page Easy Animal Tracks Coloring Page & Activity Animal Tracks Activity Page Printable Worksheet or Game Match the Animal Tracks Coloring Page 5 A Day Detective Game Detective Party Doggie Detective Pest World For Kids