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Sea Lions
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing sea lion! Introduce elementary kids to these marine mammals and their ocean lives.
Long bodies, fancy flippers, and thick skin help these sea creatures swim with speed and agility. Readers explore the features, habitats, and behaviors of sea lions, including pup raising and colony life, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Japan tells why fishers respect these animals.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Baboons
by Mari Bolte
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Baboons are amazing mammals and some of the largest monkeys on the planet. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the primate's opposable thumbs and other parts of its anatomy, vocalization skills, feeding habits, life cycle, and infant care. Its habitats in Africa and Arabia are described, too. A myth from ancient Egypt explains the connection between Thoth, the baboon-headed god, and the Egyptian calendar. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Pronghorn
by Christopher Bahn
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Like deer and antelope, pronghorn are amazing animals--some of the fastest on the planet! This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the mammal's two-toed hooves and other parts of its anatomy, feeding habits, life cycle, and fawn care. Its prairie and desert habitats are described, too. A folktale from the Blackfeet people explains how the god Na'pi gave the pronghorn its grassland home. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Rhinoceroses
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet these famously horned mammals! Introduce elementary kids to endangered rhinos and their lives in the wild.
These giant beasts love to eat, sleep, and wallow in mud. Readers explore the rhino's appearance, behavior, and habitat with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Africa shares why rhinos have bumpy skin.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Critter Camp
Division
by Linda Ruggieri
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Students will learn division while reading about an exciting week at Critter Camp! Students will solve simple practice problems through examples that use their favorite zoo animals including horned lizards, dung beetles, sea turtles, elephants, tigers, and wolves. They will also learn what it takes to keep zoo animals happy and healthy. This high-interest math reader integrates math and literacy skills, combining informational text, problem-solving, and real-world connections to help students explore mathematics in a meaningful way. The extensive Problem Solving section and Let's Explore Math sidebars provide numerous opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. Captivating images and clear mathematical charts and diagrams help make learning division simple and fun. The book includes text features such as a glossary, index, bold print, and a table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section facilitates mathematical discourse and higher order thinking skills with questions that students can respond to at school or home. Go behind the scenes of Critter Camp and learn division with this engaging grade 3 math reader!
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Wild Whales
Addition and Subtraction
by Melissa Pioch
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Dive into practicing addition and subtraction while learning all about whales! From narwhals to belugas, this math reader will intrigue students with high-interest content and will make learning mathematics fun and enjoyable. Vibrant images, simple practice problems, and clear mathematical charts and diagrams help make learning algebraic reasoning and operations easy. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section includes questions that facilitate mathematical discourse and activities that students can respond to at home or school. Let's Explore Math sidebars and the extensive Problem Solving section provide ample opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. The full-color book includes text features such as a glossary, index, bold print, and a table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Give students a "whale" of a time with this engaging grade 3 math reader!
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Vultures
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing carrion-eating vulture! Introduce elementary kids to these birds of prey and their lives in the wild.
With amazing eyesight and smell, and a wide wingspan, vultures are remarkable raptors that are important to a healthy ecosystem. Readers explore this bird's behaviors, habitats, and features, including the differences between New World and Old World vultures, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Africa tells a story of how the vulture became bald.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Working Dogs
Summarizing Data
by Lisa MacDonald
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Every day, heroes around the world go to work, help people, and keep them safe. And they do it all while wagging their tails! Working dogs can be found at hospitals, airports, schools, courtrooms, and in the military. Compare the important duties that service dogs, therapy dogs, screening dogs, guide dogs, and military working dogs perform and learn to summarize data. Packed with factual information and high-interest content, this fiction math book uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading skills. Let's Explore Math sidebars feature math questions that challenge students to develop their math skills. A problem-solving section at the end of the book prompts students to reflect and apply what they've learned. Demystify math with this leveled book that makes learning math fun and accessible for kids ages 10-12 and appeals to reluctant readers.
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Porcupines
by Christopher Bahn
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Despite its fierce-looking quills and high-pitched chirps and squeaks, the North American porcupine is a shy, gentle rodent. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the mammal's anatomy, feeding habits, life cycle, and porcupette care. Its forest habitat is described, too. A folktale from the Ojibwe people explains how the porcupine got its quills. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Geckos
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing gecko! Introduce elementary kids to these sticky climbers and their lives in the wild.
Geckos are found on every continent except Antarctica and are popular reptile pets, but there's much more to know about this colorful lizard. Readers explore the gecko's features, behaviors, and habitats, including how geckos drop their tails to get away from predators, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale explains why Hawaiian people believe geckos are a sign of good luck.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Bison
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the biggest mammal in North America! Introduce elementary kids to bison, including the European species called wisent.
As national mammals of the United States, bison are captivating shaggy beasts that roam plains and forests. Readers explore this animal's features like its distinctive shoulder hump and behaviors like wallowing with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end story shares a Native American folk tale of how the bison have got its hump.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Swans
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing swan, a symbol of love! Introduce elementary kids to these graceful birds and their lives in the wild.
About as tall as a second-grader, swans are some of the biggest birds that can fly. And they can fly as fast as a car on a highway! Readers explore this big bird's features, behaviors, and habitats, including migrating and egg laying, with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Australia shares why some swans have black feathers.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Ocelots
by Mari Bolte
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its spotted fur and dark markings, the ocelot is a master of camouflage. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the wild cat's anatomy, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and kitten care. Its forest habitats in Central and South America are described, too. A story from the Aztec people discusses the fearsome ocelot warriors. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Wild Horses
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing wild horse! Introduce elementary kids to this symbol of the American West and its life in the wild.
Mustangs and brumbies are called wild, but Przewalski's horses are the only wild horses who have never been domesticated. Readers learn about all three kinds of wild horses and explore their features, behaviors, and home ranges, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale shares a Native American legend about Blackfoot Indians and why they are the best horse riders.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Cranes
by Mari Bolte
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its long neck, long legs, and flamboyant mating-dance moves, the crane is one striking bird. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the animal's anatomy, vocalization skills, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and chick care. Its wetland habitat is described, too. A story from World War II Japan explains the connection between the folding of origami cranes and wishes coming true. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Tortoises
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing dome-shelled reptile! Introduce elementary kids to tortoises and their long lives in the wild.
Slow and steady, some tortoises can live up to 150 years! They live a quiet life of eating, basking in the sun, and digging burrows. Readers explore the many different kinds of tortoises, where they live, their behaviors and features, and why they move so slow, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end story retells Aesop's fable of the tortoise and the hare.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Hummingbirds
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet some of the world's smallest birds in this elementary introduction to hummingbirds.
Small yet mighty, hummingbirds have incredible flying abilities, darting from flower to flower. They need all the nectar they can get to fuel their fast wings! Readers explore the hummingbird's features, behaviors, and habitats with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale shares a Mexican story about how these birds got their beautiful feathers.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Beavers
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet nature's greatest engineer! Introduce elementary kids to beavers and their lives in the wild.
Built for swimming and skilled at forming dams, beavers are large rodents with strong, tree-cutting teeth. With STEM-appropriate text, kids explore the animal's appearance, behavior, and habitat alongside gorgeous photography. An end story shares a folk tale from Florida of why beavers slap their tails on water.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Penguins
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing waddling penguins! Introduce elementary kids to these flightless birds and their lives in the wild.
Penguins are a bit clumsy on land, but their flippers help them fly through the water. Readers explore the penguin's features, behaviors, and habitats with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from South America shares why emperor penguins are said to be so big.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Parrots
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the colorful parrot! Introduce elementary kids to these amazing birds and their lives in the wild.
Parrots have beauty and brains. Some can even talk! With more than 300 kinds around the world, these birds come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Readers explore different habitats of parrots, their colorful feathers, what sounds they make, and much more with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Asia shares why some parrots can copy what people say.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Coyotes
by Mari Bolte
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its yips, barks, and howls, the coyote is North America's very vocal, wide-ranging wild dog. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the mammal's anatomy, habitat, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and pup care. Its pack life is described, too. A backmatter feature discusses Coyote's role as a trickster in many American Indian folktales. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Brown Bears
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing brown bear! Introduce elementary kids to these big beasts, including grizzlies and Kodiaks.
From the large bears in Alaska to their smaller cousins in Europe and Asia, brown bears of all sizes are awe-inspiring animals. Readers explore these bears' appearance, behavior, and habitat with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end story retells the Greek myth of how Ursa Major and Minor formed in the sky.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Camels
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the hump-backed mammals of the desert! Introduce elementary kids to both species of camels, Bactrian and dromedaries.
Not many animals can thrive in the barren desert, but camels do it without breaking a sweat! Readers explore this desert dweller's features and behaviors, including its desert adaptations and use for people, with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale adapted from Rudyard Kipling tells how the camel got its humps.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Arctic Foxes
by Mari Bolte
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its thick coat and furry paws, the Arctic fox is perfectly adapted for northern climates. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the mammal's anatomy, camouflage abilities, feeding habits, life cycle, and kit care. Its habitat is described, too. A folktale from Finland discusses the creation of "fox fires," known today as the Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Jaguars
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
"Meet the largest cat of the Americas! Introduce elementary readers to the fearsome jaguar and its life in the wild.
As "beasts that kill with one leap," it's easy to see why jaguars are the top predators of the rainforest. Readers explore this big cat's features, behaviors, and habitats with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale shares a story from South Africa about the jaguar's markings.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources."
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Leopards
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the amazing spotted leopards! Introduce elementary kids to these big cats and their lives in the wild.
With powerful muscles and spotted, camouflage fur, leopards are skilled predators that stalk their prey and then pounce! Readers explore this big cat's features, habitats, and behaviors with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from South Africa shares why leopards and baboons don't get along.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Otters
by Christopher Bahn
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its sleek body and webbed feet, the otter is an amazing swimmer and diver. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the aquatic mammal's anatomy, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and cub care. Its ocean and river habitats are described, too. A folktale from the Alutiiq people of Alaska explains the connection between the otter's long tail and its life on land and in the water. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Flamingos
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet some of the biggest birds in the world! Introduce elementary kids to pink flamingos and their lives in the wild.
With their long legs, flamingos can easy wade through shallow soda lakes to scoop up fish. These large wading birds need a running start in order take flight. Readers explore this bird's behaviors, and habitats, features, including why its feathers are pink, with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from South America shares why flamingos like salty water.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Komodo Dragons
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet Earth's heaviest lizard! Introduce elementary kids to Komodo dragons and their venomous bites.
As monitor lizards, Komodo dragons are large and in charge. They can only be found on a few islands in Indonesia where there are no other predators. Readers explore this large reptile's features and behaviors, including its diet and baby dragons. An end folk tale shares an Indonesian story about where Komodo dragons come from.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Scorpions
by Christopher Bahn
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its large claws and curved, stinging tail, the scorpion is an intimidating arachnid. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the animal's anatomy, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and hatchling care. Its global habitats are described, too. A myth from ancient Greece explains how Orion and a giant scorpion became constellations in the night sky. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Seals
by Christopher Bahn
Part of the Amazing Animals series
With its smooth, torpedo-like shape, the seal is a phenomenal deep-sea diver. This zoology title for children, filled with beautiful photos and factual life science text, examines the marine mammal's anatomy, hunting and feeding habits, life cycle, and pup care. Its ocean habitat is described, too. A backmatter feature discusses selkies, mythical Celtic creatures known for disguising themselves as seals. Part of Creative Education's popular Amazing Animals series, this book supports elementary-aged readers with captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index.
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Whales
by Kate Riggs
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet Earth's largest animal! Introduce elementary kids to whales and their underwater lives.
From the white belugas to the giant humpbacks, whales are magnificent ocean creatures. Readers explore the many different kinds of whales, including both toothed and baleen whales, their features, behaviors, sounds, and migration habits, all with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale tells why the Maori people from New Zealand used to ride whales.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Tigers
by Valerie Bodden
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Meet the largest wild cat in the world! Introduce elementary kids to the endangered tiger and its life in the wild.
This powerful predator rules the Asian jungles, hunting prey with its excellent night vision. Readers explore this big cat's features, behaviors, and habitats, including hunting and cub raising, with STEM-appropriate text and gorgeous photography. An end folk tale from Asia shares how tigers got their famous stripes.
A great nonfiction resource for student reports, animal units, and life science lessons. Includes table of contents, index, same-page definitions, and further resources.
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Sheep
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Sheep live all over the world. Some can be found on farms around the corner, while others live in deserts or on mountains halfway around the world. Many people just think of the farmer's sheep, but there are many wild sheep as well. Readers will learn about our farm-based sheep that help us produce wool, milk, and meat. They'll also take a look at sheep of the wild, learning about their habitats and how they survive.
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Chimpanzees
by Sarah Albee
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Did you know that chimpanzees are more similar to humans that any other animal on Earth? Highly intelligent and social, chimps can make tools and even communicate with sign language. Learn all about these wonderful creatures-what they eat, how they raise their young, and how they interact with one another.
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Lemurs
by Kate Delaney
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Lemurs are rare creatures. In the wild, they can be found only on a few islands, and many types of lemurs are almost extinct. Find out how they got their name, how they arrived on their island homes, and what we can do to help save them from extinction.
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Wolves
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Gray wolves are both beautiful creatures and relentless hunters. They are well known for their deadly stare, their lonesome howl, and a powerful appetite for meat. This book presents an up-close look at the lives of wolves, including how they lovingly care for their young and how they work together while hunting for food. Readers will also learn why it is important to protect wolves from human interference.
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Hippopotamuses
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Even though a hippopotamus might look silly, meeting one in the wild is no laughing matter. Hippos are fierce and powerful creatures who are quick to protect themselves. Learn all about these giant animals-what they eat, why they spend so much time in the water, and how they raise their young.
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Deer
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Quick on their feet and listening for every sound, deer are some of the most common animals in North America. Chances are, you've probably seen one living in the wild. Find out all about these cunning creatures-where they live, how they avoid danger, and why some have antlers.
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Dolphins
by Sarah Albee
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Playful and friendly, dolphins are some of the most intelligent animals on Earth. Learn all about these marine mammals-how they communicate, what kind of food they eat, and how they use a special sense to navigate through dark waters.
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Baboons
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Baboons are a lot like people in many ways-from the loving way they raise their young to the strong bonds between family members. Young baboons even like to play like human children. This book looks at the many ways these peaceful creatures survive in the wild. Students will learn all about how baboons were honored by ancient Egyptians, and about how people can work to protect them and their natural habitats.
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Rhinoceroses
by Justine Ciovacco
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Did you know that the world's second-largest land animal runs on its toes? Rhinos are amazing! This book is packed with fascinating facts about the five species of rhinos in Africa and Asia. Readers will learn how a mother rhino cares for her young and what rhinos eat. Also included is information about the future of rhinos and how human activities have affected them and their habitat.
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Goats
by Justine Ciovacco
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Did you know that goats are some of the most important animals on a farm? They can give us milk, and their soft hair can be used to make clothing. Learn all about these sure-footed creatures-what they eat, how they raise their young, and why they are such good climbers.
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Foxes
by Edward S. Barnard
Part of the Amazing Animals series
They may be small, but foxes are among the fiercest hunters in the forest. These cunning creatures are smart and sure on their feet. Find out where they live, how they raise their families, and what incredible senses they use to hunt their prey.
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Turtles
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
From the sea to the desert, turtles can be found in almost every part of the world. Each type of turtle has its own incredible features. Find out what they eat, where they lay their eggs, and how they use their shells to hide from predators.
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Pigs
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
So you think pigs are sloppy? You may be surprised to know they are actually very clean. Pigs are also as intelligent as dogs or cats. Find out how they raise their young, what toys they like to play with, and why they spend so much time in the mud.
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Lions
by Sarah Albee
Part of the Amazing Animals series
Known as fierce hunters, lions are considered to be kings of the jungle. No other wild animal dares to disturb them. Learn all about these regal creatures-what they do all day, how they raise their families, and how they work together to hunt their prey.
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Seals
by Christina Wilsdon
Part of the Amazing Animals series
On land, seals seem like clumsy animals. In the water, however, they are amazing acrobats! They can stay underwater for up to 20 minutes as they zip along at speeds up to 25 miles per hour. They can dive deep, too-some can dive close to a mile down! Readers will learn all about how these fascinating creatures survive in water as well as on land. They'll also read about laws passed to keep seals safe from hunters.