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From the award-winning creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, A Butterfly Is Patient, and A Rock Is Lively comes this gorgeous and informative look at the fascinating world of nests. From tiny bee hummingbird nests to orangutan nests high in the rainforest canopy, an incredible variety of nests are showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book introduces children to a captivating...
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Hey! Look out! Sharp-eyed readers will need to keep their eyes peeled in this engaging look at how animals of all shapes and sizes blend in and survive in their native ecosystems. How do animals deal with danger? From crocodiles standing on their tails to great white sharks with their jaws wide open to well-camouflaged venomous snakes, prospective naturalists and conservationists will have a lot to look out for in this exploration of dynamic ecosystems...
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Count backwards from ten to one during one of the most colorful times of the year. Learn about the bright, colorful leaves and the trees from which they fall. Watch the animals frolicking in the crisp, autumn air as they get ready for the approaching cold winter. Includes section "For Creative Minds" with cards and activities.
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Count backwards from ten to one during one of the most colorful times of the year. Learn about the bright, colorful leaves and the trees from which they fall. Watch the animals frolicking in the crisp, autumn air as they get ready for the approaching cold winter. Includes section "For Creative Minds" with cards and activities.
10) Animals in fall
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"What do animals do in the fall to get ready for winter? Nature photographs and easy-to-read text tell kids how animals adapt to changing weather in the season of fall"--
14) Animal tails
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Explores the morphology and behavior of animal tails. Includes a range of taxa, including mammals, fish, reptiles, birds, insects, and bacteria.
"There are almost as many types of tails as there are animals--scaled tails, talking tails, rattling tails, upside-down tails, swatting tails, swimming tails, spraying tails, warning tails, wagging tails, venomous tails, cooling tails, balancing tails, and so many more. You'll never look at animal tails...
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Did you know that some animals have natural ninja-like talents? In this book, you'll learn all about them, including geckos, sea urchins, bombardier beetles, and more. For example, geckos can grip almost any surface-including walls and ceilings-with their amazing toes. And when collector urchins are attacked, they release tiny, sharp objects that bear a striking resemblance to throwing stars. You will also meet the scientists who are studying these...
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Estivation is just like hibernation - only it happens in summer instead of winter. Why do some animals settle into cool, snug spots and sink into a summertime sleep? Because it's too hot for their bodies to function, or their food is in short supply. Some estivating animals sleep groups; others rest alone. Some go on a long journey before they slumber; others hunker down right at home. From the pixie frog to the spotted turtle to the desert hedgehog,...
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"Dr. Sugar Glider is back to help animals with problems large and small! A sloth with algae on her back, a sneezing iguana, a leaderless clownfish, and a lovesick egret are just a few of the creatures who call on Dr. Glider for advice. Featuring hilariousstories and unbelievable true facts, plus a glossary and a list of species, this nonfiction picture book is sure to fascinate and entertain young nature lovers"--
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