Baby animals are endangered for many of the same reasons as adult animals, but not always. Sometimes not enough babies are born to replace the adult animals that die. Some babies get eaten by predators when the mother is away hunting. Other causes include global warming, loss of habitat, and poaching. Amazing pictures of baby animals will make children feel more motivated to learn about endange…
Not only are seashores a popular muse for painters, the stretching seashore is also home to millions of creatures, from crabs and sea lions to sea urchins and puffins. Stunning real-life photographs of lobsters, tide pools, fish, seals, seabirds, and more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life on the seashore. See a starfish on the move, how a sea urchin disguises itself, a sea anemone catch …
Short-nosed sea snakes and blue iguanas are two examples of endangered reptiles. Few of them exist in the wild. Other reptiles have already gone extinct. What hurts these animals? What can you do to help? Listen to this audiobook to find out!
The animals of Antarctica and the Arctic live in some of Earth's most challenging climates. Many of these animals face extinction at the hands of poachers, habitat loss, and climate change. This book profiles the animals of these regions and describes the climates and habitats in which these animals live. This colorful and engaging book explains the laws and programs in place to protect these u…
Wonderful Worms encourages an appreciation for the small creatures of the earth by explaining the vital role that earthworms play in the planet's ecosystem. The book also contains informative charts and cross-section illustrations of the worm's underground environment.
Jungle animals are some of the most beautiful and unusual animals on Earth. Sadly, some of these creatures are endangered. Take a trip to the tropics to learn more about what makes these jungle animals unique and why they should be protected.
One of the most beloved titles from the popular First Discovery series-- now in a new, larger paperback format. With its fresh cover design, more kid-friendly paperback format, and larger trim size, Endangered Animals offers young readers an easy-to-use, easy-to-understand introduction to the topic. Full-color, highlighted illustrations are accompanied by brief, simple text full of fun facts…
In 26 giant photographs-of a roaring grizzly, a piranhas razor-sharp teeth, a rattlesnakes poisonous fangs- Seymour Simon reveals the truth about nature's most misunderstood animals and lets the reader decide what to really think about natures grossest, fiercest, and most fascinating survivors.
The tales of Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad. When Mole goes boating with the Water Rat instead of spring-cleaning, he discovers a new world. As well as the river and the Wild Wood, there is Toad's craze for fast travel which leads him and his friends on a whirl of trains, barges, gipsy caravans and motor cars and even into battle.
Some of North America's most iconic animalssuch as bison and grizzly bearshave seen their numbers fall so far that they have become endangered. This book profiles these animals, describes their habitats, and explains the factors that bring animals to the brink of extinction. Readers learn about the laws and programs that protect North America's animals, and will love learning about "success sto…