Zoology

This title is an introductory look at the world's largest snakes. Readers will learn about different anaconda species, their size, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby anacondas. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common Core...

- Discusses specific birdtalk techniques and offers insights into many species - Looks at the long-standing tradition of "avitherapy" throughout history and in literature and the arts - Explains how song-talk with birds restores peace, calms anxiety, and enhances health For decades Alan Powers...

The rain forest is a hot, wet place with many kinds of animals. It is my home. I make a lot of sounds but am not a parrot. I sleep a lot but am not a sloth. Can you guess which animal I am...

A lion sneaks slowly toward a herd of elephants. The herd's female leader sees the big cat. Her loud trumpet sound rings out. She charges the lion and it runs away. Females are the leaders of an elephant herd. They protect the herd, lead...

When animals die out, the last survivor is called an endling. Readers will discover the moving story of the last heath hen, how it came to extinction, the scientists who cared for and studied it, and what can be done to protect our incredible...

With their sharp senses, ability to run long distances, and powerful bites, wolves are top predators in their habitats. Find out how they work together to hunt and raise their young.Author: Sandra MarklePublisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Published: 08/01/2022Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 7.98h x 9.74w...

Even venomous snakes can be helpful to people and Planet Earth! Young readers will learn the truth about the many different kinds of snakes, how to tell which ones are truly dangerous and which ones just want to be left alone, and explore up...

Bats have a bad reputation as blood-sucking creatures of the night. But these fascinating mammals actually help people by eating insect pests and pollinating fruit trees and flowers. In this book packed with fun facts and vivid photographs, readers will learn all about the...

This book gives fascinating facts about hawks and their lives in the wild. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions,...

In this book, early fluent readers will learn how sea stars live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the invertebrate's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look!...

In our natural world we know of a myriad of species. From the largest pachyderm to the smallest arachnid. There are amazing animals out there that we know of, but what of the ones we don't. Throughout our world there are stories of beasts...

Introduces readers to the lives of different rodent species and how they help their environments. Learn about their role in the food web and how their actions benefit both plants and animals. Additional features include an infographic showing how rodents affect their ecosystems, a...

Introduces readers to the lives of different raptor species and how they help their environments. Learn about their role in the food web and how their actions benefit animals. Additional features include an infographic showing how raptors affect their ecosystems, a phonetic glossary, an...

If you could talk to animals, what would you ask? Well, after interviewing a big growly tiger and a huge bitey shark for the first two books in this series, I decided to go for something a little more friendly and bouncy this time....

From scaly alligators to furry pandas, and from sprinting cheetahs to swooping owls, the world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This popular series travels the planet to study these and other fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Beautiful photos are paired with STEM-appropriate...

Informative, surprising and hilarious, New Scientist tackles questions about the animal kingdom from readers in the magazine's popular 'Last Word' column. This book brings together the best of the bunch: Why do millipedes have so many legs? Do geese always fly in a V...

With their long arms and their ability to squirt ink, octopuses and squids are hard to tell apart This title dives deep into the physical and behavioral differences between the two ocean animals, exploring their body parts, where they live, and more. A side-by-side...

A critical look at the beloved fables that investigates whether there is any scientific truth to Aesop's portrayal of his animals. Despite being conceived over two-and-a-half thousand years ago, Aesop's Fables are still passed from parent to child today, and are embedded in our...

For all the love and attention we give dogs, much of what they do remains mysterious. Just think about different behaviors you see at a dog park: We have a good understanding of what it means when dogs wag their tails--but what about when...

A vivid, eye-opening view of why birds behave the way they do Birds are intelligent, sociable creatures that exhibit a wide array of behaviors--from mobbing and mimicking to mating and joint nesting. Why do they behave as they do? Bringing to light the remarkable...