Zoology

Do you love rodents? Did you know that there's a rodent with no fur? Read this book to learn about the naked mole rat's amazing adaptations.Author: Emily HuddPublisher: Capstone PressPublished: 08/01/2019Pages: 32Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 6.40h x 5.90w x 0.10dISBN: 9781543575101Audience: Ages 9-12Accelerated Reader:Reading...

Bull sharks are one of a kind They are unique because of their wide snouts, ability to live in both marine and freshwater environments, and wide-ranging appetites. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, life cycle, and other key features of this amazing...

Ritalin and Adderall are drugs that have been prescribed routinely, especially for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. However, they have been used for other purposes, leading to abuse. Teen readers will learn the benefits, drawbacks, and costs of these dangerous substances. There...

"ABC" means "Animal Baby Cuteness" in this darling alphabet book from the creators of ZooBorns.com. Calling all animal enthusiasts--the ZooBorns are back! It's time to scamper through the alphabet with a herd of irresistible zoo babies. Featuring adorable animal photos, zippy text, and a...

Winner, 2020 ASCA Book Award, given by the Amsterdam School of Cultural AnalysisA groundbreaking argument for the political rights of animals In When Animals Speak, Eva Meijer develops a new, ground-breaking theory of language and politics, arguing that non-human animals speak--and, most importantly, act--politically....

This book for children about insects and spiders is the perfect companion for young minds eager to learn about the amazing world of bugs. Children are encouraged to investigate and record all the creepy crawlies they find as well as to get involved in...

Did you know that most animals in the world don't have backbones? Learn more about invertebrates in this engaging nonfiction book. Readers will learn all about mollusks, arthropods, arachnids, and crustaceans while being stimulated from cover to cover with its detailed images and charts,...

Blobfish, pangolin, and flower mantis are just a few of the names of the bizarre bugs and animals that readers will learn about in this fascinating nonfiction title. Through vibrant images and photos, informational text, a glossary of terms, and an index, readers will...

How does a small egg become a buzzing bee? With a graph of a bee's life cycle, vivid photos, explanatory vocabulary, and informational text, readers are sure to be captivated!Author: Dona Herweck RicePublisher: Teacher Created MaterialsPublished: 10/01/2011Pages: 20Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 7.60h x 5.10w...

Honorable Mention, 2012 National Outdoor Book AwardsThe polar bear, king of the Arctic, is one of the world's most recognizable animals. Images of the majestic beasts roaming across the ice cap, plunging into frigid waters, and playing with furry cubs have come to symbolize...

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,...

Swim into some learning fun by introducing young readers to animal classifications by explaining how fish are grouped. This nonfiction book explores the differences and similarities between several classes, families, genera, and species of fish, and how animal classification works--part of the Los animales...

This collection features four peer-reviewed reviews on integrated pest management (IPM) in cereal cultivation. The first chapter describes a holistic approach to IPM using knowledge of the natural regulation of herbivore and weed populations and of natural succession in agricultural wetlands. It also highlights...

Bestselling children's author Kay de Silva presents "Snakes". The book uses captivating illustrations, and carefully chosen words to teach children about the 'farmers' friend'. This series is known for its beautiful full-color images. The description in large text is simple enough for young readers...

Ideal for amateur birders, nature enthusiasts, and visitors to the Atlantic coast, this guide presents 103 species of birds commonly seen on the beaches and in the marsh and inland areas of Georgia's coastal region. The guide features large color photographs for easy and...

View a collection of videos on Professor Wilson entitled On the Relation of Science and the Humanities Harvard University Press is proud to announce the re-release of the complete original version of Sociobiology: The New Synthesis--now available in paperback for the first time. When...

The latest offering from the award-winning team of Robin Page and Steve Jenkins focuses on the most unique and exciting animal displays in the natural world, used by creatures to stand out. This eye-catching, high-interest material is ideal for nature lovers, Jenkins fans, and...

For fans of Cheryl Strayed, the gripping story of a biologist's human-powered journey from the Pacific Northwest to the Arctic to rediscover her love of birds, nature, and adventure.During graduate school, as she conducted experiments on the peculiarly misshapen beaks of chickadees, ornithologist Caroline...

Perhaps nudged over the evolutionary cliff by a giant boloid striking the earth, the incredible and fascinating group of animals called dinosaurs became extinct some 65 million years ago (except for their feathered descendants). In their place evolved an enormous variety of land creatures,...

Read and find out about how animals communicate in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Did you know that animals each have their own unique way to communicate? Birds sing, dogs bark, cows moo--and animals use their ears, tails, feet, and bodies to communicate, too!...