People are captivated by wild animalsby their strength and their size and by the things they do to stay alive. In Wildlife Spectacles zoologist Vladimer Dinets dives deep into this wonder, allowing curious readers to discover just how spectacular wild animals can be. In the rich, fully illustrated pages youll discover the migration of gray whales along the Pacific coast, the dancing alligators of the Everglades, the synchronized blinking of fireflies...

Illustrations and rhyming text portray a young bear searching for its mother and meeting many North American animals along the way in this easy-reader version of the 2007 tale. Includes note to parents and teachers, as well as activities.

What would it be like to live in a world with no predators roaming our landscapes? Would their elimination, which humans have sought with ever greater urgency in recent times, bring about a pastoral, peaceful human civilization? Or in fact is their existence critical to our own, and do we need to be doing more to assure their health and the health of the landscapes they need to thrive? In The Carnivore Way, Cristina Eisenberg argues compellingly for...

"Highlights the activities of animals in a North American deciduous forest during one average 24-hour period"--

Raccoons look like furry bandits wearing masks. They are clever, too. When hungry, the tricky critters can even open locked doors. Discover more about these smart survivors.

Nonfiction book of hidden picture puzzles includes characteristics and habitats of featured North American animals. "Look closely. Do you see the animals? Award-winning wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela presents his amazing wildlife images that prove animals are great at hiding-often without even trying. Study each picture in the book, and try to spot the critter. When you have an answer, turn the page and find out if you're right! Hidden critters...

Book describes the physical attributes and abilities of deer.

"This title looks at opossums and the very clever way they trick potential predators. The title also covers where these animals can be found, what they look like, and what they like to eat."--

"A love of wildlife begins here. Put learning in the hands of your youngest nature lovers. Introduce 10 baby critters (and their moms!) commonly found near lakes across North America. Beavers, frogs, eagles, and more, the animals presented here represent some of the most beloved lake wildlife."-- Back cover