In this knockout book of animal photographs, perfect for the youngest animal lover, you'll discover all sorts of things. Did you know that orangutans are ticklish? Yes, they are—just like you and me. But be careful if you ever see a hippo yawning. It doesn't mean he's sleepy—it means he wants to fight.The gorgeous up-close pictures and fascinating facts are complemented by behind-the-scenes peeks at how animal photographs are taken. (For instance, photographer Steve Grubman once had to lull a cow to sleep with soft music!) Animal lovers, young scientists, and budding photographers will all adore this beautiful nonfiction book.From the Hardcover edition.

How does an acorn grow into a tree? What does a baby sea horse eat? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn all about your favourite species with this stunning series.

Product Description: Discover some of the most fascinating animals in the world with the Natures Children series. Readers will discover how these creatures survive in the wild, how they raise their young, and how they are related to other species. Each title also raises important ideas about conservation by examining the animals current status and explaining the ways humans have affected it throughout the years...read more

Product Description: Among the largest land mammals on Earth, hippopotamuses can be a truly fearsome sight to behold. Readers will discover how these animals use their enormous mouths to wrestle rivals and defend their offspring from predators. They will also learn what a hippo's day-to-day life is like, what hippos eat, and why they spend so much time in the water...read more

Product Description: "This book details the life and habits of red pandas."--

With their beautiful coloring and impressive flying techniques, hummingbirds are a welcome sight in any backyard or garden. Readers will get a close look at these tiny, fascinating birds. They will discover why hummingbirds almost never walk on their feet and how these birds help flowers grow. They will also learn how hummingbirds attract mates and raise their young and why some hummingbird species are beginning to disappear.

Young readers find out how amazing animals can truly be in this dramatically illustrated volume. It's filled with astonishing facts, dramatic illustrations, and extraordinary photos that explore the Earth's most distant realms, on land, in the air, and beneath the surface of the sea. Boys and girls discover which animals are the fastest, the deadliest, the largest, and the most intelligent. They'll also be fascinated by interactive features that enhance many of the illustrated two-page spreads. . . Paper pockets hold pull-out booklets filled with interesting animal facts A large paper model of the spectacular frilled lizard pops up when its page is opened An enclosed "flick-book" presents the illusion of a running cheetah when its pages are flipped. An extra- large pocket on the book's inside front cover holds a stunning 16 1/4" x 23" animal poster that displays the world's most venomous animals. They range in size from tiny poisonous insects to the deadly giant king cobra. Combining a lively, accessible text with astonishing color photos and illustrations, Extreme Animals educates young readers as it captivates their imaginations. Amazing Facts About Animals: A fly tastes with its feet A cricket hears with its knees The cheetah is the fastest runner, attaining speeds of 70 miles an hour The peregrine falcon is the fastest flier, reaching speeds up to 93 miles an hour The biggest venomous snake is the king cobra, at more than 16 feet

Product Description: Pythons are some of the longest snakes in the world. In fact, the reticulated python beats all. Readers will enjoy reading about the pythons amazing hunting technique, constriction, and the huge prey theyre able to capture. The book also includes fun facts about python anatomy, behavior, life cycle, and their conservation status...read more

Product Description: There are thousands of species of bees in the world. How can you tell if a bee is a bumblebee? Look at the ground. These creatures build their nests under or near the ground, filling in holes or hiding in brush so as to stay out of the way of unfriendly predators...read more

Product Description: What could a male Jacksons chameleon need three horns for besides fighting? Actually, this odd-looking animal has horns to scare predators and attract females more than defense. Some animals bodies can lead readers to question the purpose of their weird features...read more

Product Description: There are plenty of underwater predators to watch out for, but one of the most venomous is the sea snake. Readers will delight in reading about the anatomy, behavior, conservation status, and life cycle of the sea snake, as well as its unlucky prey...read more