An illustrated compendium of animals with funny, fascinating, or just-plain-weird names (like the sparklemuffin peacock spider or the fried egg jellyfish) teaches kids about unusual animals as well as scientific taxonomy. Genuinely fun reference!

Most insects don't take care of their young, but some do -- in surprising ways. Some bugs clean up after their messy little ones, cater to their picky eaters, and yes -- hug their baby bugs. A fun and clever look at parenting in the insect world, perfect for backyard scientists and their own moms and dads.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how clown fish live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the marine animal's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the fish's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an...

"Playful puppies! Cuddly kittens! Beautiful birds!  Meet these adorable animals and more in this lively introduction to family-friendly pets with fur, feathers, fins, scales, and shells" --

Presents the story of whale sharks-- the largest fish on the planet. Facing threats from commercial fishing as well as climate change, they were categorized as endangered in 2016. Despite the marine sanctuaries set aside to protect whale sharks, their population is still decreasing. These gentle giants may be accidentally caught in fishing nets, fished by poachers, or hit by a ship's propeller. But new conservation methods, which include enlisting...

Describes the physical characteristics, mating behavior, habitat, natural defenses, and feeding habits of the world's largest land animal, the African elephant.

Rhyming text explores the wonders of natural cooperation between flowers and the animals and insects of the forest.--

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

"Poetry and informational text showcase the work of community animal shelters. Ten different fictional animals represent the millions of pets brought to shelters every day. Suggestions on animal adoption, including how to prepare and appropriate pet selection, are included, along with resources list"--

"Robins are the most familiar and beloved of all birds, found throughout North America and celebrated as one of the first signs of spring. But there's a lot about them that most people don't know! In this visually stunning picture book that features comic-book panels combined with painterly illustrations, Eileen Christelow tells the story of two young robins' first year, and reveals plenty of little-known facts that are sure to captivate young naturalists....