Zoology

The California Tortoiseshell, West Coast Lady, Red Admiral, and Golden Oak Hairstreak are just a few of the many butterfly species found in the floristically rich San Francisco Bay and Sacramento Valley regions. This guide, written for both beginning and experienced butterfly watchers by...

The soil in forests, meadows, and fields -- even in vacant city lots or your own backyard -- swarms with countless tiny creatures, most of which are born, struggle for life, and die just beneath the earth's surface. In fact, you can find a...

The #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system Getting the facts behind the fiction has never looked better. Track the facts with Jack and Annie When Jack and Annie came back...

The New York Times Bestseller that explores animal intelligence and will alter the way we as humans view other species. Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a fish? Or a parrot, dolphin, or an elephant? Do they experience thoughts that...

Dog Behavior: Modern Science and Our Canine Companions provides readers with a better understanding of canine science, including evolutionary concepts, ethograms, brain structures and development, sensory perspectives, the science of emotions, social structure, and the natural history of the species. The book also analyzes...

Explore the lives of polar bears with Ranger Rick in this beginning reader with full-color photos of polar bears in the wild What if you wished you were a polar bear and then you became one? Could you eat like a polar bear? Talk...

Many people see snakes as gross and slimy, but snakes are actually one of the most fascinating reptiles on the planet. They have beautifully patterned skin, flexible bodies, internal ears, and the ability to swallow prey larger than their own heads Learn more about...

In a world supposedly governed by ruthless survival of the fittest, why do we see acts of goodness in both animals and humans? This problem plagued Charles Darwin in the 1850s as he developed his theory of evolution through natural selection. Indeed, Darwin worried...

This title takes you millions of years back in time to meet Carnotaurus, a giant meat-eating dinosaur. Complete with computer generated images, fossil finds, and a fossil map! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint...

This title introduces readers to basic weather cycles, including seasonal changes and the effects of geography on local climate. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the books give readers access to...

What has 4 teeth, spines all over its body, and is one of the most poisonous animals in the world? The puffer fish! Avid and reluctant readers alike will quickly devour the fascinating facts about the habitat, life cycle, evolution, and more of this...

Fangtooth fish never shut their mouths! That's right--their fangs are just too long. This underwater monstrosity is like something out of a horror movie, as the incredible images in this book show. Many more weird facts can be found in this freaky fish book,...

Most box jellyfish are small, and many are tiny! They are delicate creatures that rely on ocean currents to move around and find food. However, despite their wispy bodies and slow movement, they are some of the deadliest creatures on the planet. Common to...

While the blue-ringed octopus is only about the size of a golf ball and its glowing rings are pretty, it's also one of the deadliest animals on the planet. Blue-ringed octopuses flash their blue rings when danger occurs, and they're armed with a powerful...

Water covers approximately two-thirds of Earth's surface and is home to many types of interesting creatures. From the puffer fish, which can become a large, spiny ball in seconds, to the angler fish and its bioluminescent lure, marine animals can do some pretty wild...

To some people, bees might seem like pests, especially when they're using their stingers or buzzing around a picnic. However, they're incredibly important parts of nature. Without bees, much of the food supply for humans and animals could dwindle. With the help of this...

Lice, fleas, and tapeworms are just some of the creepy crawly parasites readers are introduced to in this detailed guide to an important biology topic. As the main text explores the basics of parasites and their relationships to their hosts, full-color photographs show these...

From nervous opossums playing dead to hungry alligator turtles luring fish with their worm-like tongues, animals have evolved in the ways they act and look to survive. This series looks at six unique animals and the clever ways they have adapted. This series is...

What do you know about jellyfish? Beginning readers will get their feet wet with these literacy-building introductions to ocean animals. In addition to curricular information, social-emotional questions encourage reflection and family/educator engagement tips help connect the topic to the reader's life. These books are...

What do you know about starfish? Beginning readers will get their feet wet with these literacy-building introductions to ocean animals. In addition to curricular information, social-emotional questions encourage reflection and family/educator engagement tips help connect the topic to the reader's life. These books are...