Zoology

A simple, fun, fully-illustrated introduction to birds comes packaged with kid-friendly binoculars to encourage kids to explore the natural world around them. The clear, easy-to-follow reference is designed for a young audience with large pictures and minimal text highlighting the most interesting things to...

In the hi-tech, industrialised world of the 21st Century, monsters still loom large. Far from being relegated to the realm of myth and legend, mysterious creatures seem to be alive and well today. In this, the first of two volumes, acclaimed researcher George M....

Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for shark aficionados ages 6-9 is the ultimate guide to sharks, from hammerheads to great whites. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it's the perfect...

This book gives an engaging overview of alligators, from their diet and habitat to how their strong jaws crush prey. 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...

This informative book introduces young readers to the habitat, physical features, diet, and behavior of Hercules beetles. The book also includes a "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index....

Nature is full of fascinating bugs with amazing skills and incredible bodies. Each title in this informative series introduces young readers to a bug's habitat, physical features, diet, and behaviors. Each book also includes a "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts,...

This informative book introduces young readers to the habitat, physical features, diet, and behavior of tarantulas. The book also includes a "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This...

This early encyclopedia introduces readers to many different shark species. From the massive whale shark to the fierce great white, every shark is special in its own way. This book highlights each shark's appearance, behavior, and range. It also features a chart showing the...

Beautifully illustrated with color photographs, maps, graphs, and tables, the Oklahoma Winter Bird Atlas offers ornithologists and amateur birders alike a wealth of easy-to-read information about the status of bird species in Oklahoma. A companion to the Oklahoma Breeding Bird Atlas, this landmark volume...

How does a tadpole become a frog? Follow each step in nature's cycle--from egg to adulthood--in this fascinating book Author: Shannon ZemlickaPublisher: Lerner PublicationsPublished: 01/01/2012Pages: 24Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 8.60h x 7.10w x 0.20dISBN: 9780761385776Audience: Ages 4-8Accelerated Reader:Reading Level: 1.7Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower...

Why birds are smarter than we think Birds have not been known for their high IQs, which is why a person of questionable intelligence is sometimes called a "birdbrain." Yet in the past two decades, the study of avian intelligence has witnessed dramatic advances....

A pocket-size, brilliantly colorful, simple-to-use guide to dragonflies, containing dozens of full-color photographs that enable readers of all ages to identify the most common species; range maps; tips on attracting dragonflies, information on habitat needs, life cycle, food preferences; and much more.Author: Jackie Sones,...

Explore the lives of bison with Ranger Rick in this beginning reader with full-color photos of bison in the wild What if you wished you were a bison and then you became one? Could you talk like a bison, with grunts and snorts? Could...

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...

Discover the birds that live all around us!Kids love learning about nature, and birds are a very important and amazing part of it! They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. They live in trees, bushes, and skies of your town, park, and even...

Animals migrate for many reasons, including to find food and avoid extreme temperatures. Migrating to Survive covers how and why a variety of animals migrate by land, air, and sky.Author: Clara MaccaraldPublisher: Kids CorePublished: 08/01/2022Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 9.92h x 7.77w x 0.09dISBN: 9781644947708Audience:...

In A Beetle's Life Cycle, beginning readers will learn about beetles and their four life stages. Carefully leveled text and vibrant, fullcolor photos will capture young readers' interest as they are introduced to beetles' appearance and behaviors throughout the life cycle, from egg to...

Pocket Guide to the Mammals of Costa Rica is the first guide to provide comprehensive coverage of every currently known mammal species found in Costa Rica. From the Central American Silky Anteater to the West Indian Manatee, Fiona A. Reid and Gianfranco Gómez Zamora...

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

This book examines Earth's amphibians, highlighting a diverse selection of 22 notable species from around the world. A blend of narrative text, authoritative nonfiction content, fact boxes, and vivid photos bring these amazing amphibians to life. Features include a glossary, online resources, source notes,...