Lonely Planet Kids' How Animals Build is a beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap hardback that explores the incredible world of animal architects. Children can open flaps and unfold spreads to discover amazing animal homes up high, underground, on land, and under the sea. From spider webs and rabbit warrens, to bird nests and ant colonies, and even coral reefs and beaver lodges, we reveal the s…
Bobbie Kalman presents some of the most endangered animals on Earth: rhinos, bats, butterflies, penguins, gorillas, monk seals, komodo dragons, and tigers, to name just a few. This photographed volume also explains the various classifications of endangerment, as well as the major reasons why some animals are facing extinction.
Two new books on indigenous peoples and conservation have been added to naturalist Michael Chinery's exciting series Secrets of the Rainforest. Each colorful book shows us the wonderful array of plants and animals that live in the lush wildernesses of the world's tropical rainforests. Acting as the earth's lungs, the rainforests are of vital importance to the planet and to the many indigenous p…
More than 600 species have become extinct in the last 400 years, and, while there are many reasons for this alarmingly high number, the influence of human behavior is undeniable. This beautifully illustrated book thoughtfully examines many at-risk species, and the principal threats to their well-being, at the same time empowering students to get involved in conservation efforts. Objective text,…
Large bold words accompanied by distinctive, character-filled drawings make this series ideal for introducing young children to simple animal words. The whimsical pictures give personality to animals depicted in a variety of environments from rainforests and farms to savannahs and the polar ice caps. Children will marvel at the foreign landscapes the animals inhabit and learn to identify a vari…
Children will have hours of enjoyment finding the right photographs to match the simple clues in these amusing books. What animal makes what noise? Match the clues with the pictures.
Asia is a beautiful country with plenty of unique wildlife, some of whichincluding the panda and the snow leopardare endangered species. This book profiles Asia's endangered species and describes the habitats in which they live. Readers will learn about the varied reasons why animals face extinction as well as what is being done to protect Asia's animals.
South America is a diverse continent that is home to the worlds largest tropical rainforest. Because of this, its also home to many amazing animals, some of which are in danger of extinction. This book profiles these endangered animals and describes the habitats and climates that sustain their populations. Students learn about the various factors that lead to animal endangerment and about the p…
It is a tragic fact that some of Africa's most magnificent animalssuch as the hefty black rhino and the beautifully patterned Grevy's zebraare in danger of extinction. This book describes Africa's different habitats and explains the various reasons that species become endangered. Each chapter profiles an endangered species and outlines measures that are being used to help Africa's animals survive.
This Series meets National Curriculum Standards for: Science: Earth and Space Science Life Science Physical Science Science and Technology Science as Inquiry Science in Personal and Social Perspectives.