Skunks and raccoons use unique weapons to survive. Many predators keep their distance! Through leveled text, striking photos, and engaging features, readers will discover what makes these critters so successful in this fun title. The final pages pit the animals against each other as they fight for a meal. Which creature has the weapons to take the prize?
Badgers and bobcats are furry but fierce fighters equipped with powerful weapons. In this title, readers will discover what makes each animal worthy of battle through descriptive text and vivid photographs. Profiles and other features highlight the animals’ strengths and reinforce the main text. Who will win in a showdown between these North American predators?
Asiatic lions dominate the Gir Forest of India. But what would happen if a Bengal tiger encroached on their territory? In this clash of big cats, readers will learn about the secret weapons of these two animals, their attack techniques, and who may win in a battle. Features highlight each animal’s weapons, while profiles show each animal’s size and habitat. This title is sure to have readers roaring with excitement!
Mice have gone missing, polar bears are losing their place to rest, butterflies are going without food, and invasive species are taking over. What on Earth is putting these animals in danger? As Earth's climate is changing, natural habitats are shifting and disappearing, causing harm to the animals that live in them. Uncover the problem of climate change, explore the impact on animals, and dive into what we can do to help. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
In the 1800s, Florida panthers thrived in the southeastern United States, but by the mid 1900s, there were very few of the animals left. When biologists like Mark Lotz realized that wildlife refuges would only do so much to save this endangered species, they got to work. Follow along in this graphic adventure based on a true story of how biologists saved the unhealthy population for a Florida panther comeback. Then, learn more about Florida panthers and other cats in danger.
Brothers John and Frank Craighill knew there was a problem when they saw fewer and fewer grizzly bears at Yellowstone National Park. But how did grizzlies--with a population size once as big as 100,000--wind up on the endangered species list? Follow along in this graphic adventure based on a true story of how the Craighill brothers learned all they could about these beautiful bears in order to save the silvertip. Then, learn more about grizzlies and other bears in danger.
Gray wolves were predators that dominated the North American landscape hundreds of years ago. But when Mike Philips and Doug Smith relocated 14 wolves to Yellowstone in 1995, it was the first time in over 70 years that the species had stepped foot on the land. With the whole park suffering, this last change to save the gray wolf was also crucial to saving the balance of a delicate ecosystem. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to learn how a bold plan brough the gray wolf back from the brink. Then, learn more about gray wolves and other wolves in danger.
When Howard Sharpe spotted a group of southern sea otters floating off the coast of California, he was nearly as surprised as if he had seen a dinosaur. The otters were thought to be nearly extinct, and yet he spotted hundreds splashing in the water. Soon, Howard and other environmental activists sprang into action to make sure this once nearly extinct species didn't disappear forever. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story about how fur-tastrophe was avoided in the southern sea otter comeback. Then, learn more about southern sea otters and other marine mammals in danger.
When terrorists struck the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, heroes stepped up. Follow canine Trakr and his handler James as they locate a survivor in the rubble more than a day after the towers fell. The search and rescue team from Canada was working beside many heroes responding to the attacks on 9/11. Based on the true story and in honor of the K9 and handler team who found the last survivor trapped at Ground Zero. Additional material provides an overview of the events of the day and other stories of canine heroism at Ground Zero.
William Hornaday admired the American bison. He wanted every American to see the beautiful animal that was once plentiful across the Great Plains. But in 1886 he made a shocking prediction. Unless something changed quickly, bison would disappear from America forever. Follow along on this graphic adventure based on a true story to learn how William and other activists brought the bison back from the brink. Then, learn more about bison and other animals in danger.
Four days of heavy rain sent water rushing toward Jeff Johnson's Iowa pig farm, threatening to flood everything in its path. The high waters could easily sweep away the animals, but Jeff had no way to move all of his pigs out of harm's way. How would the pigs survive? Find out about the smart animals who found their way to safety and the farmers who helped to rescue them in this graphic adventure of animal escape. Then, learn about other animals made it away from rising flood waters.
The trembling ground frightened pandas in China's Wolong National Nature Preserve. The pandas scrambled up trees and into hiding places as the earthquake toppled structures and ripped apart trees, crumbling the preserve all around them. As soon as the earthquake subsided, teams of rescuers sprang into action to free the hurt and scared pandas from the surrounding rubble. Follow along in this graphic adventure of animal escape. Then, learn about more animals rescued from earthquakes.
Boa constrictors are known for their strong bodies with a killer squeeze. But what else do you know about the scaly hunters? Discover everything from predation to becoming prey, baby boas to big boa adults, and everything in between.
Watch out! This snake packs some seriously strong venom. Just two drops of black mamba venom could kill you in 30 minutes. Learn more about this deadly snake.
When tornados tore through Alabama, they ripped the roofs off houses, tore apart trees, and sent debris flying miles away. They also picked up Mason, the dog and sent him sailing away from his home and owners. Mason's family searched desperately for their beloved pet, but he was nowhere to be seen. Find out about this brave dog's slow, crawling journey back home after a tornado in this graphic adventure of animal escape. Then, learn more about the heroes that saved other animals from terrifying tornadoes.
Colorful frogs the size of a paperclip hop along the forest. These little poison dart frogs are small, but don't be fooled. They are deadly. Their flashy colors serve as a warning that potential predators should stay away from this froggy feast. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about poison dart frogs.
A small animal darts quietly between trees. It looks like a tiny deer--but what could it be? It's a mouse deer! These elusive creatures make their homes in forests. When they're not hiding from predators, mouse deer are eating plants. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about mouse deer!
What animal is popping out of that mound in the ground? It's a prairie dog. Learn about how a prairie dog shares a burrow with its family, explore its holey home, and learn how it raises its babies underground. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about prairie dogs.
What's that creature crawling up from underground? It's an armadillo. Learn how the armadillo lives in the dirt, explore its holey home, and follow along as it makes its way aboveground at night. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about armadillos.
What's that cute creature crawling out from a hole underground? It's a groundhog. Learn about how the groundhog digs its burrow, explore its holey home, and follow along as it makes a daring escape from predators by dodging into its secret burrow entrances. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about groundhogs.
What's that critter crawling from a burrow? It's a badger. Learn about how the badger makes its burrow, explore its holey home, and join along as the badger follows other creatures into their holes to find a feast. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about badgers.
What's that furry face poking out from the between some rocks? It's a chipmunk. Learn about how the chipmunk picks a holy home, explore the rooms of its burrow, and follow along as the chipmunk packs away food for later. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about chipmunks.
Which red and furry animal is making its way from a hole in the woods? It's a fox. Learn about how the fox digs its den, explore its holey home, and follow along as it raises young cubs belowground. Engaging photos and fun text make it easy to learn the hole truth about foxes.
With their big, barrel-shaped bodies, hippopotamuses can really make a splash! When they're not resting in rivers to stay cool, hippos could be grazing in grasslands or spending time with other hippos in noisy herds. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about hippos!
Meet a new sloth friend in the kitchen! A leafy salad inspired by your animal chef's diet makes for a tasty treat. Sloth claw snacks and tree bark brownies made alongside your slow sous chef are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef sloth make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about sloths helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!
