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Zebras
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Black and white stripes set zebras apart from other African animals. They even set zebras apart from each other. No two zebras have the same pattern of stripes! In this book, young readers will learn how these hoofed animals survive beneath the hot African sun.
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Baboons
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Nothing says "bonding" like picking bloodsucking pests from your neighbor's fur. Baboons of the same troop develop strong relationships this way, often beginning and ending each day with a grooming session that can last hours. Learn what baboons are up to the rest of the day in this introductory title.
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Gazelles
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
In an act known as "pronking," gazelles leap straight into the air with their backs arched before landing on all four feet. Their motive is a mystery, but it may just be their way of telling predators "Can't touch this!" See what else gazelles can do in this fact-filled title.
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Kangaroos
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
When kangaroos gather in large groups, they get loud and physical. Males duke it out in boxing matches, jumping and jabbing with feisty determination to earn the "dominant male" title. Be prepared for a kangaroo mob scene!
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Alligators
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Alligators often lurk in swampy waters. They poke their eyes, ears, and nostrils out of the water to sense prey. This book offers children an alligator encounter, bringing the animal's powerful tail and strong jaws up close!
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Gorillas
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
The way a gorilla moves is called knuckle-walking. This is because the animal puts pressure on its knuckles when it moves. Beginning readers will learn how gorillas "walk," why they beat their chests, and more in this informative title.
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Jackals
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Even scavengers can build a model family. Jackals mate for life, and their offspring often stick around to help raise and protect the next litter. Such unity and support is beneficial in the wild, but jackals still face their share of threats. Learn how they look out for one another in this title for young readers.
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Sea Otters
by Margo Gates
Part of the Animal Safari series
At a glance, sea otters seem to have a laid-back approach to life. Look closer and you'll find that they tackle all kinds of tasks on their backs, like nursing their young or cracking shellfish for dinner. Young learners will discover how these water loungers stay so comfortable in their chilly waterbeds.
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Hippopotamuses
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Hippopotamuses spend much of their time in the water. It is the only way they can keep their huge bodies cool because they do not sweat! In this book, children will be surprised as they discover many cool facts about how hippopotamuses eat, move, and more.
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Aardvarks
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Aardvarks specialize in pest control. The hard shell of a termite home is no match against the spade-like claws of the aardvark. Once their walls have been breached, the termites have little hope of dodging the aardvark's sticky foot-long tongue. Learn how these exterminators do their job in this fun title for new readers.
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Wildebeests
by Chris Bowman
Part of the Animal Safari series
The grass is always greener on the other side. At least, that's the idea behind the wildebeests' great migration. Each year, these antelopes travel hundreds of miles in search of food and water. Run wild with these great beasts in this title for young students.
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Wolverines
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
The wolverine has no problem taking out prey its own size. Then come winter, it sets its sights on bigger game. Wolverines have been known to attack weak caribou, but they prefer to chomp through flesh and bone after another hunter has done the dirty work. Open this book to see how a small but ruthless carnivore gets its meat fix.
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Cape Buffalo
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Humans need around eight hours of sleep a night, which is about as much as cape buffalo get in one week! Born on the run, these animals are ready to escape danger at any time. Find out more about these tireless animals in this interesting title for beginning readers.
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Komodo Dragons
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
These real-life dragons can't breathe fire, but they are still impressive. Komodo dragons are the heaviest lizards on Earth and take down deer and water buffalo! Learn more about these incredible reptiles in this elementary title for young readers.
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Tree Frogs
by Chris Bowman
Part of the Animal Safari series
The colors of most tree frogs help them blend in with their surroundings. But when startled, some tree frogs shock predators with their brightly colored eyes. Beginning readers will be surprised by other cool facts about tree frogs in this eye-catching title.
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Hyenas
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Spotted hyenas get the giggles after a successful hunt. They "laugh" loudly to welcome other hyenas to come and feast on the kill. This book introduces children to hyenas-animated hunters and scavengers.
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Chimpanzees
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Though they usually walk on all fours, chimpanzees are very similar to humans. They can stand and walk on just two limbs and are known to use tools. Young readers will be fascinated by the intelligent behaviors of chimpanzees.
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Crocodiles
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Reaching more than 20 feet and 2,000 pounds, the crocodile is the largest living reptile in the world! These endangered creatures spend their days resting on land or floating in swamps or marshes, waiting until night to feed. Beginning readers will learn about the different species of crocodiles and how they live in various parts of the world.
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Orangutans
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Orangutans spend much of their time in quiet solitude. That is, unless they've just given birth. Babies spend several years with their mother, clinging to her back as she swings from branch to branch in search of food. Learn more about the orangutan's treetop life in this fact-filled title.
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Giant Pandas
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Giant pandas are large bears that love to eat bamboo. Only found in small numbers in China, they are considered endangered animals. In this book, young readers will learn about the look, diet, and habits of these rare black and white bears.
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Cranes
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Shake your tail feathers! Cranes bow, leap, and sway in their ritualistic courtship. The contagious act of dancing also helps cranes to develop social and physical skills. Join in the fun with these birds in this entertaining title for beginning readers.
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Peacocks
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
The male peacock's brilliance lies in his train of feathers. When he finds a potential mate, he fans out his train to impress her with his bright and shiny plumage. As far as females are concerned, the flashier the better! Young readers will be fascinated by the showy way of the male peacock.
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African Elephants
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
African elephants can weigh as much as 16,000 pounds! If their size isn't enough to make them stand out, they also have huge ears, long trunks, and ivory tusks. This title will engage beginning readers as it explains how Earth's largest land mammals use their trunks to keep themselves cool.
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Polar Bears
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Polar bears have thick fur and plenty of fat to keep them warm in their arctic homes. Their white coats also serve as good camouflage in snow-covered habitats. This book explores how polar bears prey on seals and use their paws to paddle through water!
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African Elephants
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
African elephants can weigh as much as 16,000 pounds! If their size isn't enough to make them stand out, they also have huge ears, long trunks, and ivory tusks. This title will engage beginning readers as it explains how Earth's largest land mammals use their trunks to keep themselves cool.
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Rhinoceroses
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
A rhinoceros is always ready for a fight! One or two horns protrude from its head. These horns are used as weapons against other rhinos and predators. Beginning readers will learn how rhinos use their horns in battle and discover that they can regrow broken horns!
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Cheetahs
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
When confronted by other predators, cheetahs opt for flight over fight. You would, too, if you could run up to 70 miles per hour. Cheetahs make a chase look easy, but hunting can be hard work. Find out how these speed demons of the savannah execute attacks and teach their young how to do the same.
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Ostriches
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Ostriches are birds that can't fly. They take it in stride, sprinting in short bursts instead. When ostriches can't run from danger, they face it head on. Well, with their heads on the ground. Discover the ostrich-a bird of a different build.
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Flamingos
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Have you ever tried to eat upside down? Flamingos do it all the time! These unique creatures suck water in through their beak, filter out their food, and spit the water back out. Learn more about these balancing birds in this low-level title.
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Giraffes
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Giraffes are the tallest land mammals on Earth! They're tall enough to reach the leaves of trees, which they eat with their 20-inch tongues. In this book, children will learn how a giraffe's height is both an advantage and a disadvantage.
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Hedgehogs
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Animals with an appetite for hedgehogs must work hard for their dinner! They need a pain tolerance for sharp spines and the strength to pry tightly curled bodies. Get a feel for why hedgehogs are among the prickliest of prey.
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Platypuses
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Among the world's unusual animals, the platypus resembles a duck, beaver, and otter. Most graceful underwater, these mammals have all the tools necessary, from goggles and webbed feet, to a paddle for a tail. Swim along in this platypus-packed title for reluctant readers.
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Koalas
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
The koala is a symbol of Australia. This marsupial is known for chewing on leaves from the country's eucalyptus trees and for carrying its young in a pouch. Expect facts about this furry creature's physical features, diet, and habitat to interest children who pick up this book!
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Tigers
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Tigers are ferocious cats that hunt large prey and aggressively defend their territory. Unlike other big cats, they lead very independent lives. This title teaches about the lifestyle of the highly feared tiger as it offers beginning readers a face-to-face encounter.
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Giant Pandas
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Giant pandas are large bears that love to eat bamboo. Only found in small numbers in China, they are considered endangered animals. In this book, young readers will learn about the look, diet, and habits of these rare black and white bears.
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Red Pandas
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
A close relative of the giant panda, these dwarfed mammals claim forest habitat as home. Red pandas have an extended wrist bone that acts like a thumb, helping them climb trees where they spend the majority of their time. Climb along with these furry animals in this informational title for beginner readers.
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Gorillas
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
The way a gorilla moves is called knuckle-walking. This is because the animal puts pressure on its knuckles when it moves. Beginning readers will learn how gorillas "walk," why they beat their chests, and more in this informative title.
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Capybaras
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
With the look of a pig-size beaver, it is not readily apparent that the water-loving capybara is actually a rodent-the largest, in fact! For this hairy mammal, the water is a source of food, safety, and comfort. See why the capybara sets up camp near rivers, ponds, and lakes in this informative book for beginning readers.
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Snow Leopards
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Snow leopards are big cats that live high up in the Himalayan Mountains. These spotted felines are powerful jumpers, leaping as far as 30 feet in one jump! Find out more about these elusive animals in this accessible read for young students.
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Anteaters
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Ants, ants, and more ants are on the menu for these long-snouted insectivores. Just how many ants can an anteater eat? Up to 30,000 in one day! Learn where anteaters live, how they hunt, and how their long, sticky tongues help them slurp up ants!
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Lions
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Did you know that a group of lions is called a pride? Have you heard that lions work together to stalk their prey? This book for young readers offers this information as it presents lions on the prowl. It teaches children about the physical and behavioral characteristics of these big cats.
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Wombats
by Margo Gates
Part of the Animal Safari series
How do you measure the success of a wombat? Count how many warrens it has! This busy burrower digs several underground homes, or warrens, complete with tunnels, sleeping chambers, and multiple entrances. Discover how the wombat's unique build facilitates the construction of subterranean real estate in this fun title.
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Tigers
by Derek Zobel
Part of the Animal Safari series
Tigers are ferocious cats that hunt large prey and aggressively defend their territory. Unlike other big cats, they lead very independent lives. This title teaches about the lifestyle of the highly feared tiger as it offers beginning readers a face-to-face encounter.
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Polar Bears
by Kari Schuetz
Part of the Animal Safari series
Polar bears have thick fur and plenty of fat to keep them warm in their arctic homes. Their white coats also serve as good camouflage in snow-covered habitats. This book explores how polar bears prey on seals and use their paws to paddle through water!
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Toucans
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
One of the most recognizable animals among early readers, toucans are known for their vibrant coloring and large bills. These tropical birds live in small flocks high up in rain forest canopies. This title will dazzle readers with interesting facts and beautiful photos of these vocal birds.
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Mongooses
by Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Part of the Animal Safari series
Mongooses are nothing if not tenacious. These creative hunters whack bird eggs against hard surfaces to get at the meal within. They'll even grapple with venomous snakes, waiting patiently for the chance at a fatal counterattack. Discover the quick reflexes and crafty methods of the mongoose in this fun book for new readers.
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Jaguars
by Margo Gates
Part of the Animal Safari series
Though most members of the feline family are known to be leery of water, this big cat seeks it out! Jaguars know that rivers are stocked with fish, turtles, and other tasty prey. This exciting title introduces young readers to the unique look and lifestyle of the jaguar.
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Honey Badgers
by Margo Gates
Part of the Animal Safari series
Honey badgers never learned to pick on animals their own size. They'll confront everything from cobras to lions, and their reckless confidence is enough to spook any foe. Read this book to find out what happens when opponents have the nerve to fight back!