The Burgess Animal Book For Children introduces children to many of America's mammals through a conversation between Mother Nature and many of the animals who attend her school to learn about each other. It has 48 illustrations, many of which show two animals; 37 of which in full color. Illustrations were drawn by Louis Agassiz Fuertes. After John Audubon, Fuertes is considered as one of the most prolific bird illustrators.

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"Animimics are the designers and engineers who are inspired by the genius of nature. Using a science called biomimicry, they rely on nature's 3.8 billion years of experience to research and create new or improved designs, materials and systems. Robotics is one of the most exciting fields where scientists and engineers have been inspired by ideas from nature." -- Provided by publisher.

"An introduction to animal behavior"--

"This lyrical, nonfiction text honors animals who live in solitude, in contrast to others who live in groups. Against a backdrop of the specific names of various animal tribes (a parade of elephants, a tower of giraffes, a dazzle of zebras), Stein shines a spotlight on those animals who go through life on their own. With nature at his back, Stein invites readers to draw strength and comfort from the behaviors of fellow mammals. Perfect for children...

"An exploration of different types of animal poo and what the zoo uses it for"--

Featuring cut-paper illustrations, this picture book teaches young readers all about what makes a tool a tool--and the remarkable ways animals use them to interact with the world.

Many animals need to hunt other animals in order to eat. Hunting to Survive covers how animals wait for or seek out prey, as well as the different body parts that help them hunt. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids...

"From koalas at crime scenes to lizards that run on water, there are some very silly animals in our world. The science around them is silly, too. Learn about the totally silly science behind some absurd animals. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with silly content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!"--

Describes the many different ways animals cope with winter, including migration, hibernation, and food storage.

An animal's appearance can keep it safe from predators. Hiding and Bluffing to Survive covers how animals blend in with their surroundings or startle predators with colors or by changing appearance. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...