Encyclopedia of Animals
By: Karen McGhee
ISBN: 978-0792259367
Get ready to take a walk on the wild side! National Geographic Children's Books' brand-new reference work provides families and children with everything they need to know about the animal kingdom. You'll meet more than 1,000 animals as you explore the pages of National Geographic Encyclopedia of Animals. This comprehensive volume introduces the entire animal kingdom: mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and all kinds of invertebrates, from sea squirts to worms and spiders. Your tour of the animal kingdom will take you to every corner of the planet—from rugged mountain slopes to ocean depths and from steamy jungles to baking deserts and icy polar regions.
By: National Geographic
ISBN: 978-1426306990
Captivating critters, eye-grabbing pictures, weird and freaky facts—what better way for kids to learn geography! In this child-friendly atlas, stunning animal photos combine with colorful, easily accessible maps to teach young readers about geography through the wild creatures that fascinate them. Each world region includes a "spotlight" on animals in the area. Thematic spreads deliver the facts about habitats, endangered species, and more. Careful research and all-around kid appeal make this a must-have children’s atlas for home and school.
By: National Geographic
ISBN: 978-1426306990
Captivating critters, eye-grabbing pictures, weird and freaky facts—what better way for kids to learn geography! In this child-friendly atlas, stunning animal photos combine with colorful, easily accessible maps to teach young readers about geography through the wild creatures that fascinate them. Each world region includes a "spotlight" on animals in the area. Thematic spreads deliver the facts about habitats, endangered species, and more. Careful research and all-around kid appeal make this a must-have children’s atlas for home and school.
A Complete Visual Guide
By: George McKay
ISBN: 978-0520244061
The Encyclopedia of Animals is a lavishly illustrated, authoritative, and comprehensive exploration of the rich and intriguing world of animals. Written by an international team of specialists, spectacularly adorned with a gallery of more than 2,000 color illustrations, and supplemented with distribution maps, detailed and beautifully rendered diagrams, and some of the world's finest wildlife photographs, this volume will become the standard by which all others are measured. Each page is expertly laid out to enhance either browsing or in-depth study. Readers will find detailed coverage of all sorts of animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, and invertebrates.
Alligator & Crocodiles
Strange and Wonderful
By: Laurence Pringle & Meryl Henderson
ISBN: 978-1590782569
Meet Earth's largest living reptile. Crocodile-like animals lived on Earth more than two hundred million years ago. They outlived the dinosaurs. Today their descendants are found on five continents. They belong to a special group of reptiles called crocodilians. These animals are strange and wonderful indeed. For example, ferocious-looking mother alligators treat their hatchlings with tender care. Crocodilians may seem awkward on land, but they can move quickly. Usually they wait and watch from the water, then ambush their prey. From baby alligators that call to "Mom" from inside their eggs to grown alligators and crocodiles that bellow and roar, Laurence Pringle takes readers into the world of nature's largest - and noisiest - living reptiles.
By: Seymour Simon
ISBN: 978-0064438292
Crocodiles and alligators may seem ferocious and scary, but renowned science author Seymour Simon confirms that they′re also endlessly fascinating. Around since the time of dinosaurs, crocodiles and alligators eat without chewing, have three eyelids, and provide good living conditions for other animals. With the use of eighteen stunning full-colour photographs, Simon explores the wonders of these stealthy giants in an exciting up-close and personal way.
By: Carmen Bredeson
ISBN: 978-0766035942
What do alligators eat? How do alligators and crocodiles differ? Carmen Bredeson answers these and other questions about the alligator in this series title.
By: Melvin & Gilda Berger
ISBN: 978-0613635646
What is the difference between an alligator and a crocodile? How are they born? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this Level 3 Hello Reader! Science book! Did you know that a crocodile is usually longer, weighs more, and can outswim alligators? Children will learn all about these aquatic creatures--everything from where they live, what they eat, and how they survive--in this non-fiction easy reader.
Bats
By: Elizabeth Carney
ISBN: 978-1426307102
They live in spooky caves, in forests, even in the dark reaches of ordinary attics and bridges. They flock by the hundreds, and they sleep while hanging upside down! In this beautifully photographed Level 2 reader, kids learn about one of the most interesting creatures around—and discover the bat’s unique place in the wild and in the world.
By: Lily Wood
ISBN: 978-0545237543
A basic introduction to bats: where they live, what they eat, how they find prey by using echolocation, how they are different from birds, when they hibernate, when they migrate, how they help people, and how people can help them.
By: Kim Williams
ISBN: 978-0316816588
A pocket-size, brilliantly colorful, simple-to-use guide to bats, containing dozens of full-color photographs that enable readers of all ages to identify the most common species; range maps; tips on attracting and observing creatures in the wild; information on habitat needs, life cycle, food preferences; and much more.
By: Elizabeth Carney
ISBN: 978-0060576394
Bats rise at night just as people are going to sleep. They sail through the dark in search of bugs, fruit, or fish to eat. There are more than a thousand kinds of bats in the world. Some are tiny. Others have a wingspan as wide as a car In BATS , TIME For Kids(R) sheds light on these fascinating fliers.
Bears
Facinating Bear Facts, Tales & Trivia
By: Sylvia Dolson
ISBN: 978-0977372454
Bears have captured our imaginations for centuries. Now in this treasure trove of facts, folklore and amazing trivia, discover the history and nature of all bears, including black bears, grizzlies and polar bears. Along the way, meet some famous bears (real and not-so-real), learn about bear totems and mythologies of ancient cultures throughout the world, and see how bears have become embedded in our lives, from the names of night-sky constellations and sports teams to everyday words and slogans. Complete with color photos, numerous illustrations and cartoons, plus helpful tips for coexisting with our furry neighbors.
By: Matthias Breiter
ISBN: 978-1554074617
When first published, Bears received excellent reviews and sold particularly well. The book focuses on an entire year in the lives of the three bear species found in North America -- the brown bear, the black bear and the polar bear. Matthias Breiter shows how these widely feared but rarely encountered animals hunt, feed, play, mate and breed.
By: Deborah Hodge
ISBN: 978-1550743555
The eating habits of bears is one of 14 topics in this clearly written look at three North American bears -- grizzly bears, polar bears and black bears. In this fascinating book in the popular and informative Kids Can Press Wildlife Series you'll find out how and where bears live, how they give birth and raise their cubs, what they eat and much more.
By: Stephen R. Swinburne
ISBN: 978-1590787984
Three species of bear inhabit North America: the grizzly, the polar bear, and the black bear. But the American black bear is truly North America's bear, found only in North America. Black bears range from Canada to Mexico, from New England to California. There may be as many as 750,000 black bears roaming the forests and mountains of the continent. With its large population, and with more people moving into black bear territory, it's important that we understand this magnificent animal.
Camel
By: Eulalia Garcia, Gabriel Casadevall and Ali Garousi
ISBN: 978-0836814941
Provides detailed information on the physical characteristics and behavior of camels.
By: Judith Jango-Cohen
ISBN: 978-0761417507
Find out fun facts about these fascinating creatures of the desert.
By: William John Ripple
ISBN: 978-0736894883
Text and photographs introduce the habitat, appearance, and behavior of camels living in the desert.
By: John Bonnett Wexo
ISBN: 978-0937934241
Will that be one hump or two? Learn an easy way to remember which camel is bactrian and which is dromedary-and find out the truth about just how long camels can really go without water.
Cheetah
By: Edana Eckart
ISBN: 978-0516251639
This emergent reader series introduces children to different animals, from all around the world. Readers will explore each animal's habitat, learn about their eating habits, and discover other fascinating facts.
By: Ann Squire
ISBN: 978-0516279329
Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers.
By: Chris Johns & Elizabeth Carney
ISBN: 978-1426303234
Chris Johns, Editor-in-Chief of National Geographic magazine, brings you face to face with a family of cheetahs. The story begins in Okavango Delta in Botswana—as the cheetah mother hunts her prey and the photographer tracks the elusive cat. After watching the family for four months, he is rewarded when a cheetah cub comes up and actually licks his hand—one of the most profound moments of his life. But the encounter brings a responsibility: to help save these endangered creatures and protect their habitat from one of their biggest threats, man. As Africa’s most endangered cat, the cheetah is in a race for survival. But the book gives us hope, too, detailing practical ways we can all help to protect them and ensure they have a future in the wild. Stunning photographs, action-packed stories, and thorough research complete the picture of these cagey cats.
By: Laura Marsh
ISBN: 978-1426308550
Adorably cute and amazingly fast, the cheetah is a perennial favorite among kids. This National Geographic Reader will delight kids with beautiful photographs and mind-boggling facts about this majestic and mysterious cat. Did you know a cheetah could go from 0 to 60 mph in less than 3 seconds? True to the National Geographic Kids’ style and trusted reputation, snack size bites of information provide easily digestible learning that fulfills both the reader’s curiosity and sense of achievement.
Dolphins
By: Seymour Simon
ISBN: 978-0064462204
Exceptional nonfiction for children from two of the most trusted names in science education: Seymour Simon and the Smithsonian Institution.
By: Sylvia M. James
ISBN: 978-1590340103
Big beautiful pictures. Brief descriptions of how dolphins swim, breathe, communicate, and eat etc. Perfect picture book for ages 5 and under.
By: Marty Crisp
ISBN: 978-1559710428
Dolphins captivate us with their intelligence, their chattering and their amazing jumping! These truly cool animals are the latest focus in the popular Kids' FAQs(tm) series, based on real questions from real kids. In addition to providing basic information like habitat, diet, species distinction, and life cycle, this book delves into the more unusual--but equally important--questions, like Why are dolphins always smiling? Everything Dolphin is packed full of useful information and fun trivia. Parents and teachers agree, the Kids' FAQs(tm) series is perfect for budding scientists or simply curious kids.
By: Melissa Stewart
ISBN: 978-1426306525
Everyone loves the smile on a dolphin’s face. Though smart enough to become theme park tricksters, dolphins are first and foremost wild mammals. Melissa Stewart’s lively text outlines our responsibility to conserve their natural environment. This high-interest book also offers an interactive experience to boost awareness of these adorable creatures.
Eagle
By: Stan Tekiela
ISBN: 978-1591932000
Take a closer look at the most powerful birds of the sky with this picture guide--complete with details about eagles' lives, behaviors and habitats. Award-winning nature photographer Stan Tekiela has captured the essence of what makes the eagle a perfect choice as our national symbol.
By: Elaine Landau
ISBN: 978-0531147764
Ideal for today's young investigative reader, each A True Book includes lively sidebars, a glossary and index, plus a comprehensive "To Find Out More" section listing books, organizations, and Internet sites. A staple of library collections since the 1950s, the new A True Book series is the definitive nonfiction series for elementary school readers. A True Book -- American History: How do you wrap a 450,000-pound gift? What is the world's oldest and shortest written consitution? Find out in this patriotic celebration of things uniquely American.
By: Judith Jango-Cohen
ISBN: 978-0822547501
Describes the characteristics, habitat, and symbolism behind the bald eagle.
By: Lloyd G. Douglas
ISBN: 978-0516278742
Emergent readers will discover the history and heritage of American symbos, such as the U.S. flag and the bald eagle, in this patriotic series. The text introduces American symbols and explains why they represent America.
Elephants
By: David Henry Wilson & Steve Bloom
ISBN: 978-0500543443
From Babar to Dumbo, the elephant has long fascinated children as well as their parents. Here, eighty stunning photographs encompass every aspect of the elephant's life and world: elephants big and small, African and Asian, in the wild and domesticated, at play and at rest. Whether taken from the air, from underwater, or from the side of a jeep, these images will capture the imagination of any child.
By: Ian Redmond
ISBN: 978-0789458728
Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the fascinating world of elephants. Superb color photographs of Asian and African elephants, their living relatives and reconstructions of their ancestors offer a unique "eyewitness" view of these remarkable animals, their natural history and relationship with people. See the adult "tusker", inside an elephant's mouth, a baby elephant feeding, an elephant in a threatening posture, elephants at work, and an elephant painting a picture. Learn how to tell an African from an Asian elephant at a glance, why elephants are worshipped, how long an elephant's tusks can grow, how elephants "talk" to each other, and why the future of elephants is threatened. Discover why elephants walk on their tiptoes, how much food an adult elephant eats in a day, the cruelty of the ivory trade, why elephants flap their ears, what an elephant does to keep cool, how intelligent elephants are, and much, much more.
By: Dereck & Beverly Joubert
ISBN: 978-1426303258
You’re in the Land Rover, observing elephants from a safe, respectful distance. It’s a hot, hot day in the African bush, and the windows are down. But what’s this? Suddenly, you’ve got company! An elephant trunk is nosing around in your luggage for some water. Nothing new to Beverly and Dereck Joubert, the wildlife writers and filmmakers who get up close and personal with elephants of all sizes, experience their complex social structure, and witness first-hand their deepest emotions. Through Beverly’s stunning photographs and Dereck’s engaging narration, readers can follow the plight of a trapped baby elephant, discover the compassion of these gentle giants, and learn of the threats they face. The Jouberts take readers face to face with the elephants as they come under attack from lions...and from mankind. Learn how to help protect these animals and prevent shrinking herds being driven into ever smaller parcels of land.
By: Laura Marsh
ISBN: 978-1426307430
This exciting reader follows the story of the longest and the most demanding elephant migration on the planet. Living at the furthest corners of the hot and dry Sahara Desert, the very margins of where elephants can survive, hundreds of these great creatures make a dangerous but necessary journey as their main source of food and water dries up and they must go in search of more. Battling 120-degree heat, sandstorms, and fierce thunderstorms, these amazing animals travel 35 miles a day in a race against time in search of the bare essentials of life.
Fox
By: Caroline Arnold & Richard Hewett
ISBN: 978-0688137281
Describes these members of the dog family easily recognized by their long snouts, large ears, and bushy tails and which live in many different kinds of habitats.
By: Martha E. H. Rustad
ISBN: 978-0736851275
Text and photographs introduce foxes and the dens in which they build, live, and raise their pups.
By: Becky Wolff
ISBN: B008FEGDN6
Are your kids interested in Foxes? Awesome! You have found the right book. Help your children learn more about foxes today by reading this book.
By: Diane Swanson
ISBN: 978-1551107059
What talents! Foxes can smell a rabbit hours after one has hopped by. Some can grip floating logs and "sail" to nearby islands. Gray foxes can even climb trees! If you thought a fox was just another pretty face, this book proves otherwise. From the frozen Arctic to the sweltering desert, Diane Swanson checks into these savvy animals and discovers the amazing things they do.
Frog
By: Mark W. Moffett
ISBN: 978-1426306266
You’re two inches away from a poison dart frog. You’re lying on the rain forest floor as she hops toward you, utterly fearless. This deadly terribilis frog has nothing to fear; your fear is that any accidental contact withyour skin could mean death!
By: James Martin
ISBN: 978-0517709054
Think you know all there is to know about frogs? Acclaimed author James Martin will make you think again in this fascinating look at the ever-popular amphibian. Martin deftly details all the froggy facts--their amazing metamorphosis from tadpole to frog, what it means to be an amphibian--but then he delves deeper, giving readers a reason to care about frogs. Frogs are among the Earth's oldest creatures, dating back 190 million years. Because of their remarkable ability to adapt to different climates and habitats, frogs are what scientists call an indicator species: By monitoring how frogs are doing, we can get a sense of the health of our planet. And lately frogs have been dying out at drastic rates. Loaded with fabulous color photographs from Art Wolfe, Frogs is a beautiful, informative, and thought-provoking introduction to a creature many of us can find in our own backyards.
By: Nic Bishop
ISBN: 978-0439877558
Nic Bishop's signature up-close, stop-action photographs show frogs larger than life. For the first- to third-grade set, frogs are an endless source of fascination, especially when looked at VERY close up. See tiny poison dart frogs and mammoth bullfrogs, as Nic Bishop's amazing images show the beauty and diversity of frogs from around the globe. And simple, engaging text conveys basic information about frogs -- as well as cool and quirky facts. Nic Bishop Frogs is a fun and informative tour through an exciting amphibian world.
By: Elizabeth Carney
ISBN: 978-1426303920
WHAT WAS THAT? That’s the roaring burp of a bullfrog! SEE THAT? That’s the slick, shiny skin of colorful little rainforest frogs! Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian amigos.
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