Jody Sullivan Rake

"Teaches readers about layers and types of soil, dirt, and earth underground" --

Describes the life cycle and characteristics of leatherback turtles, including physical and environmental threats to the species.

Introduces various plants, plant parts, and other organisms that grow and live underground. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Explores the predators at the top of the food chain in the ocean habitat, such as orcas, great white sharks, and polar bears. Discusses the physical traits and behaviors that make each one dangerous to prey. Includes fact boxes, critical thinking questions, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Offers facts about the world's oceans, and discusses threats to the oceans including trash, oil, overfishing, changing weather, and invasive species. Describes how readers can help save the oceans. Includes color photographs, a glossary, discussion questions, and further resources.

Presents photos and information about jellyfish. Discusses types of jellyfish, life cycles, predators and threats, and how tentacles work. Includes a glossary, index, Common Core connection, and resources for further information.

Describes various river creatures, including alligators, crocodiles, river dolphins, and river otters. Offers facts about these animals' physical traits, behaviors, habitats, life cycles, and unique features. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

"Simple text and photographs present an introduction to mutts, their growth from puppy to adult, and pet care information"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents an up-close look at beluga whales, including their body features, habitat, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.

A brief introduction to deer, describing their physical characteristics, habitats, young, food, predators, and relationship to people.