At one time prairies covered about 40% of the United States, but today only about one percent of North American prairies exist. P Is for Prairie Dog: A Prairie Alphabet explores North American prairies as it explains their important role and showcases their wonders. Science writer Anthony Fredericks gives an A to Z tour of the many facets and fascinating facts of the prairie ecosystem. Inhabitants including the bison, the quail and, of course, the prairie dog are highlighted, along with descriptions of insect and plant life. Former schoolteacher Tony Fredericks is an award-winning author of many nature and animal books for children. A frequent presenter at schools and conferences across the country, Tony teaches education courses at York College in York, Pennsylvania. Doug Bowles has been a freelance illustrator for more than 20 years. His books for Sleeping Bear include One Kansas Farmer: A Kansas Number Book and S Is for Sunflower: A Kansas Alphabet. Doug lives in Leawood, Kansas. --Provided by publisher.