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A nonfiction picture book that explores the amazing adaptations that keep certain species of bird alive and soaring!
Not all birds build nests with sticks and have good manners. Some construct nests with their own saliva, while others use vomit as a defense!
Sound strange? In Spit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations, curious kids ages 5 to 8 discover many of the unique adaptations
...An animal behavior expert "combines sensible information with charming wit [in] an entertaining guide for new and veteran dog owners" (Ken Foster, author of The Dogs Who Found Me).
What do dogs value? Why do they get so excited by their daily walks? And why do canines of different breeds have different needs? Veterinarian and professor of animal behavior Dr. Paul McGreevy answers these questions and many more, explaining
A full-color, nonfiction picture book about how reptiles adapt to their environments to survive and thrive in the natural world!
A lizard that walks on water? A snake that slithers sideways? These are animal adaptations!
In Water-Walking, Sidewinding, and Other Remarkable Reptile Adaptations, children ages 5 to 8 learn how and why the green basilisk lizard runs on the water's surface, along with the very
...A nonfiction picture book about the fabulous adaptations that keep amphibians alive and thriving in their unique habitats!
How do sunscreen and mucus help amphibians survive?
In Sunscreen, Snot Homes, and Other Amazing Amphibian Adaptations, kids ages 5 to 8 discover how one frog uses sunscreen to protect itself through the dry season and how another uses its own mucus to create a cocoon. Amphibians
...52) Robins
Wake up! Robins are early birds that love to sing. Their calls are often heard early in the morning. They are also a common sign of spring! In this title about robins, beginning readers will find out about these birds' homes, nests, migration, and more. Additional features call out robins' favorite foods, introduce related birds, and show off the robin's call!
53) Orioles
Orioles are eye-catching songbirds! These backyard birds are known for their colorful feathers and impressive hanging nests. This title introduces beginning readers to the lives of these birds through bright photos and engaging text. Special features call out the birds' relatives, favorite foods, and distinctive calls. This book is sure to help young readers soar!
54) Chickadees
Chickadees are small songbirds with big voices! Their chickadee-dee-dee calls are heard in forests and yards throughout North America. This title introduces readers to the birds' homes and behaviors through simple text and bright photos. Additional features introduce chickadee foods, highlight related birds, and show off the bird's call!
57) Cardinals
Cardinals are eye-catching birds! But did you know that only male cardinals have the birds' famous red feathers? Readers will learn this and more in this engaging title for beginning readers. Leveled text and vivid photos pull in readers, while special features introduce related birds, show off favorite foods, and highlight the cardinal's call.
58) Goldfinches
Po-ta-to-chip! This is the unique call of the goldfinch, a tiny bird known for its bright yellow feathers. In this book for beginning readers, engaging text and colorful photos combine to highlight the appearance, behaviors, and habitats of the bird. Additional features offer even more information about goldfinches, including their relatives, favorite foods, and distinctive calls.
59) Blue Jays
A bright bird perches on a leafy branch. It is a blue jay! These songbirds are popular for their colorful feathers and large size. In this title for young readers, simple text and crisp photos combine to introduce these popular backyard birds. Special features call out related birds, show off nests and favorite foods, and highlight one of the bird's well-known calls.
60) Brown Bats
Night falls, and brown bats take flight! These bats can eat their entire body weight in insects during a single night. In this low-level title, readers will explore how these bats are fit for their forest homes. Vibrant pictures, engaging text, and special features highlight the diet, range, and adaptations of the bats. This book will bring these forest flyers to life!
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