The largest animal to walk our Earth, the elephant, is a sight to see, whether it s in the wild or a zoo. But did you know that they are actually a lot like us humans? Readers will learn how this is especially true regarding emotions, such as tears. This instructive resource will engage readers with tales of elephant emotions, such as tears of the death of a family member and concern over another elephant. They will also learn about body language...

"Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of alligators." --

The apes called chimpanzees are closely related to humans. These intelligent primates share many characteristics with their human counterparts, including sympathy, grief, and curiosity. They can solve problems and even use some tools. They also share another feature with us: they can be dangerous. Chimps are known to attack each other, and even people, with deadly results. This book answers why these mostly gentle creatures can turn violent and the...

"In this title, early fluent readers follow Carly the caribou calf as she and her herd migrate south in fall in search of food. Read along as Carly avoids predators, crosses rivers, and climbs mountains as she travels thousands of miles south and then back north in spring. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about caribou using Fact...

Whether it's terrifyingly long tusks, odd mating behavior, or strange egg-laying, many animals have some freaky features. In this book, readers enjoy dozens of the weirdest creatures found on every continent, from owls to octopuses and butterflies to toads. Full-color photographs bring each unique animal closer than a reader could ever get in the wild and complement detailed, interesting entries about the Surinam toad, the glasswing butterfly, and...

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to moles and the structures they build together. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index."--

Pandas are undeniably adorable. Their fluffy fur and big eyes look just like a teddy bear s, but don t even think of snuggling with them. They have one of the most powerful bites of any carnivore. Though they usually reserve their teeth for chewing tough pieces of bamboo, they ve bitten people, too. This compelling volume, full of beautiful photographs and gripping facts, tells readers all about pandas life cycle as well as why it s wise to keep a...

"Examines 12 of the scariest animals. Each spread provides information about a creepy animal and its origins and special abilities paired with interesting sidebars and questions to consider."--

This book takes readers on a journey through the night to discover the world of nocturnal animals living in their own backyards. This title focuses on hedgehogs, showcasing their behavior, habitat, diet, and the things they get up to when we're asleep!

"Porcupine can't wait to share Fall Feast with her woodland friends, so when everyone she greets is unable to bake their specialty due to a missing ingredient, Porcupine generously offers staples from her pantry. When Porcupine discovers that she, too, is missing a key ingredient, the friends all work together to create a new Fall Feast tradition. Porcupine's Pie will inspire children ages 4-8 to act generously. A recipe for "friendship pie" can be...