This book is set-up in a question and answer format. The questions range from, do whales have teeth? To, why are sea mammals in danger? The book has 42 questions that are all answered with factual information. There are also some facts buried within these questions on several different pages of the book. This book is part of a series 8 book series about other animals that have inhabited the Earth.
Another title in this popular series of life cycles of New Zealand animals and birds. Illustrated with colour sketches, this includes many facts about the Kiwi that are not commonly known.
Each book describes how scientists classify living things and then explains -- in clear, simple language -- how the group of animals featured in the book fits into the larger picture. A general overview of rodents, including a description of fourteen species and recommendations for observing them.
Now kids can get up close and inside some of the scariest creatures ever with Scary Creatures -- the intriguing new series with special X-ray pages that reveal the internal skeleton of each creature featured when held up to the light. Easy key words, colorful call out illustrations, and Did You Know questions that introduce fascinating facts and explore common myths -- including the fact that n…
Here is a spectacular and informative guide to whales, dolphins, seals, and manatees. Close-up color photographs of dolphins, killer whales, walruses, and more offer an intimate "eyewitness" view of these mysterious sea creatures what they look like, how they behave, and their battle for survival. See the whiskers of a walrus, inside the mouth of a killer whale, dolphins at play, male elephant …
This delightful new series, by one of today's most talented writers on natural history, sensitively portrays the lives of four animals commonly found in towns and cities. Each book tells the story of one animal's daily battle for survival - what it eats, who its enemies are, and where it makes its home. It explains why the animal originally left its rural surroundings, and how it has adapted t…
Here is an original new series of natural history books for the very young. Superb photographs and colourful artwork borders chart the early stages of a mouse's life. The simple, imaginative text is in a charming story form for parent and child to share.
Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic―dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty year old with a secret passion for airplanes, th…
Fantastic World of Birds reveals these often flamboyant animals in all their vivid glory. Stunning images of groups of birds appear as whole page illustrations. Facing pages feature lively and often surprising nuggets of information on each of the pictured animals. This stylish and concise treatment is bound to intrigue and engage all readers.