"Along a stream a dam pops out of the water. Beavers are busy at work! These aquatic mammals have unique traits that aid them in building the perfect lodge to raise young beavers and keep predators away. Mary Holland's vibrant photographs document the beavers' activities through the course of a year. Do these beavers ever take a break? Follow along as they pop through the winter ice to begin the busy year of eating bark, building dams and gathering...

Chronicles the adventures of Paddy Beaver and his animal friends in Green Meadow.

Uses humor to describe why the beaver is such an extraordinary animal.

A very busy beaver learns a lesson from his friends.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces beavers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of beavers and such related rodents as flying squirrels, pocket gophers, mice, and lemmings.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells the story of group of beavers making a dam, building a lodge, and hiding from a predator"--

"Everyone knows that twelve-year-old Madison "Madi" Lewis is not allowed to bring home any more animals. After she's saved hairless mice, two birds, a rabbit, and a stray tom cat that ended up destroying the front porch, Madi's parents decide that if they find one more stray animal in the house, she won't be allowed to meet Jane Goodall at an upcoming gala event. But when Madi and her two best friends, Aaron and Jack, rescue beaver kits whose mother...

A beaver s funny teeth and floppy tail are more than just decoration--they re construction tools! Readers will unlock the mystery of dam building in this entertaining and educational text. Putting an unexpected twist on curricular science topics, this book is sure to grab readers attention. Readers are introduced to the study of life science with real-world examples. Colorful pictures make the information pop, and accessible language clarifies advanced...

Explains the process and materials that beavers use to build dams. This book's colorful photos, clear text, and "A Closer Look" feature highlight the engineering that makes this structure such a marvel and helps beavers survive in the wild.--Publisher's marketing.