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Turkey Vulture

Samantha Kohn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816121

In the sky, you might mistake one for an eagle or an osprey, but up close, it's exactly what you imagine from the name--turkey vultures are not pretty! In this entertaining book, Professor Oddfeather offers bite-sized facts on the turkey vulture's habitat, how they act as nature's clean-up crew, and how vomit is their best defense. A "Battle of the Birds" comparison pits the the turkey vulture against a wild turkey. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Hoatzin

Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816107

The hoatzin is not hard to identify; not only does it have a blue face and red eyes--it smells bad! In this entertaining book, Professor Oddfeather offers bite-sized facts on the hoatzin's habitat in South America, what makes them hoot and squawk so much, why they smell, and who is in their family tree. A "Battle of the Birds" comparison pits the hoatzin against a Guinea turaco. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Shoebill

Robin Johnson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816114

The shoebill is an African wading bird that looks so weird, its scientific name actually means "King Whalehead"! In this entertaining book, Professor Oddfeather offers bite-sized facts on the shoebill's habitat, silent hunting techniques, and harsh parenting practice. A "Battle of the Birds" comparison pits the shoebill against a white stork. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Crow

Ellen Roger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816091

The American crow is known for its sleek feathers, piercing caw, and vengeful memory! In this entertaining book, Professor Oddfeather offers bite-sized facts on the crow's habitat, how crows have adapted to living near humans, and who is in their family tree. A "Battle of the Birds" comparison pits crows against their raven cousins. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Life Cycles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978350

Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know how to tell the difference between a young frog or butterfly and an adult? In this book, learn about the life cycles of plants and animals and the many changes they go through as they grow. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Biomes

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978381

Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know what plants and animals are found in different places? In this book, learn about the five major biomes found on our planet. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Classifying Animals

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978367

Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know the difference between a mammal and an amphibian? In this book, learn how scientists classify animals into groups based on the physical features they have in common. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Adaptations

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978374

Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know why snakes make venom and why polar bears have thick fur? In this book, learn about the different types of adaptations animals and plants use to survive in their environments. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Le serpent à tête cuivrée

Kelli Hicks (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039608764

Read about the copperhead snake and how it uses its fangs and venom to kill its prey. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.

Chupasangres espeluznantes pero geniales

Nicola Lopetz (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039618824

Bloodthirsty birds, bats, insects, and fish…some animals need to suck blood to survive. Colorful photos and descriptive text help explain the body parts, characteristics, and behaviors that make these kinds of animals special--and creepy. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.

There Goes Your Nose!

David Roth (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039668638

When Dad steals his nose, Cheeky, the little proboscis monkey, searches the jungle to get it back. All Cheeky wants is to grow up and have a nose as big as his dad's. But what if he can't find it? This sweet, illustrated story also features facts about the proboscis monkey's habitat, body, behavior, and why it is threatened.

Pinky the Pangolin

David Roth (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039668645

Pinky, the pangolin, loves two things: eating ants and sleeping (but mostly eating ants). An ant-hunting adventure introduces Pinky to other animals who live in his habitat. This charming, illustrated story also features facts about the pangolin's habitat, body, behavior, and why it is threatened.

Leanda and the Panda

David Roth (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039668621

A giant panda stops to rest on Leanda's veranda and tells her about being driven out of his habitat. Leanda decides to help him find his way back home. This charming illustrated story, told in rhyme, also features facts about the giant panda's habitat, body, behavior, and why it is threatened.

Breezy the Blue Iguana

David Roth (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039668614

A mystery leads Breezy, the blue iguana, on a birthday adventure across his island home. This sweet illustrated tale about this endangered species, that lives only on Grand Cayman Island, also features facts about the blue iguana's habitat, body, and behavior, and why it is threatened.

Why Can't Penguins Fly?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125408

Do spiders have a heart? How do cockroaches survive without a head? Why can't penguins fly? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of animals, and much more.

Amazing Animal Babies

Kay Barnham (author) Maddie Frost (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427126207

Find out about different animals and how their babies grow from caterpillars to butterflies, from joeys to kangaroos, and from cubs to lions.

Des insectes incroyables

Kelli Hicks (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039609488

Do they buzz, fly, bite, or sting? Discover some incredible facts about insects in this colorful book.

Labradoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973676

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A Labradoodle! Learn about this cross between a Labrador retriever and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Maltidoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973720

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A Maltidoodle! Learn about this cross between a Maltese and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Schnoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973706

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A schnoodle! Learn about this cross between a schnauzer and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Aussiedoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973690

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? An Aussiedoodle! Learn about this cross between an Australian shepherd and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Bernedoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973713

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A Bernedoodle! Learn about this cross between a Bernese mountain dog and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Goldendoodles

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973683

What is cute, fluffy, and adorable? A goldendoodle! Learn about this cross between a golden retriever and a poodle. Find out if this doodle dog is a match for you and your family.

Search and Rescue Dog

B. Keith Davidson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652125

Search and Rescue, also known as SAR, dogs are brought in after natural or human-made disasters happen, or when a person goes missing. Find out how they are trained to find people who are trapped or in need of help using their keen sense of smell.

Service Dog

B. Keith Davidson (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652095

A service dog is any dog that performs a job or a task that helps a person who has a physical or mental disability. These tasks can be anything from guiding people down a sidewalk to sniffing out changes in blood sugar levels. Find out how these personal support dogs are trained and how they bond deeply with their owners.