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.
From opening doors and detecting seizures, to leading people who are blind and hearing for people who are deaf, services dogs are with their handlers through it all. These hardworking dogs help their owners live more independently while keeping them safe. Learn all about these heroic dogs.
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.
Whether it's there's an avalanche, a mudslide, or a collapsed building, you can bet four paws will help dig through the debris to find people who are trapped. Search and Rescue dogs respond to disasters to help survivors make it out alive. Learn all about these heroic dogs.
Sniff, sniff! A police officer with four legs is on the hunt. Police dogs help keep our communities safe. They can track down missing people and help guard our playgrounds and parks. Learn all about these heroic dogs.
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.
Strong, smart, and with super sniffers, these K-9 soldiers are reporting for duty. Military dogs help catch enemies and keep their fellow soldiers safe when it comes time for battle. Learn all about these heroic dogs.
A guide dog and its handler are a well-trained team--four paws padding down the street next to two feet. The furry worker starts, stops, and turns in sync with its owner. It acts as eyes to spot a low-hanging branch, a car zooming down the street, or an obstacle in the middle of the path. Learn all about these heroic dogs.
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.
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.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why nutria are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about nutria and how scientists work to control their population. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about nutria using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Nutria also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why feral pigs are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about feral pigs and how scientists work to control their population. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about feral pigs using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Feral Pigs also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why emerald ash borers are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about emerald ash borers and how scientists work to control their population. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about emerald ash borers using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Emerald Ash Borers also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Burmese pythons are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Burmese pythons and how scientists work to control their population. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about Burmese pythons using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Burmese Pythons also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why cane toads are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about cane toads and how scientists work to control their population. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about cane toads using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Cane Toads also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn why Asian giant hornets are considered an invasive species, how they have established themselves in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, fullcolor photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about Asian giant hornets and how scientists work to control their population. Infographics aid understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about Asian giant hornets using our safe search engine that provides relevant, ageappropriate websites. Asian Giant Hornets also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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!
Meet a new shark friend in the kitchen! Shark food pasta salad inspired by your animal chef's diet makes for a tasty treat. Fruity jaws of surprise and a sandwich shaped like your swimming sous chef are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef shark make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about sharks helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!
Meet a new llama friend in the kitchen! A chopped salad and fruity flowery skewers inspired by your animal chef's diet make for tasty treats. Cute cupcakes and oh la llama rice cakes that look just like your lovely little chef are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef llama make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about llamas helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!
Meet a new narwhal friend in the kitchen! A shrimp cocktail and fishy sandwich inspired by your animal chef's diet make for tasty treats. Tusk-like kabobs and polar pancakes that remind your chilly sous chef of home are almost too cute to eat. Helpful tips from chef narwhal make cooking easy, and a feature with more information about narwhals helps young readers learn all about the creatures. It's time to get cooking with animal chefs!
