Janet Halfmann
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A story of a young girl who dreams that howling winds whisk fur and feathers right off her animal friends. Trying to help, she sews each of them a new "coat." But what kind do they need? Who needs fur, and what color? Who needs feathers, and why? Who needs scales, and should they be moist or dry? Includes "For Creative Minds" educational section.
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Baby Bat loves his cave home and never wants to leave it. While practicing flapping his wings one night, he falls, and Pluribus Packrat rescues him. They then explore the deepest, darkest corners of the cave where they meet amazing animals—animals that don't need eyes to see or colors to hide from enemies. Baby Bat learns how important bats are to the cave habitat and how other cave-living critters rely on them for their food. Will Baby Bat
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"Big brothers are amazing! Did you know that big brothers are important in animal families, too? Animal big brothers do many of the same things as kid big brothers. They play with their younger siblings, teach them new things, and help with their care. Sometimes animal big brothers even babysit when their parents leave to hunt for food. Are you a big brother or do you have a big brother?"--
6) Theaters
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Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of theaters and describes some notable examples.
8) Dragonflies
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Describes the habitat, life cycle, behavior, predators, and unique characteristics of dragonflies.
13) Life in a pond
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Briefly describes some of the creatures that live in a pond, including water striders, tadpoles, and dragonfly nymphs. Suggests several related activities.
16) Life in a tree
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Examines some of the tiny and microscopic creatures who make their homes in trees, such as bees, bark beetles, and fungi. Suggests several related activities.
19) Ants
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Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of ants.
20) Fireflies
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Describes the habitat, life cycle, behavior, predators, and unique characteristics of fireflies.