Introduces the only tree-dwelling kangaroos, explores their rain forest habitats, and explains why they are endangered and what we can do to protect them.

Discusses kangaroos, their habits, habitat, life cycle, desirability to man, and problems they face in staying alive.

A simple introduction to this Australian animal whose male members are called boomers, whose female members are called flyers, and whose babies are called joeys.

"Young children are natural problem solvers and always looking for answers, especially when it involves animals. Guess What: High-Speed Hoppers: Kangaroo provides young curious readers with striking visual clues and simply written hints. Using the photos and text, readers rely on visual literacy skills, reading, and reasoning as they solve the animal mystery. Clearly written facts give readers a deeper understanding of how the animal lives. Additional...

An introduction to kangaroos, describing their size, diet and everyday behavior and highlighting differences between those in the wild and those living in a zoo habitat.

"Presents the physical characteristics, habitat, diet, breeding habits, and a variety of other information about marsupials."--WorldCat.