Below is a list of 11 the books by this author.
A kid-friendly introduction to invasive animal species. It might not seem like a big deal when a non-native animal species finds its way to a new... [Read More]
A kid-friendly introduction to invasive animal species. It might not seem like a big deal when a non-native animal species finds its way to a new environment. But it can be! Especially when these species end up destroying the ecosystem in their new neighborhood! Here are stories of 10 of these invasive species — from tiny cactus moths to ginormous Burmese pythons — from how they got to their current homes (it was always humans who brought them!) to the damage they’re causing there. Who knew there were so many “aliens” living among us? Kids will want to find out more!
Comment les animaux survivent-ils à la chaleur? Est-ce qu'ils portent des sandales? Est-ce qu'ils sautent dans la piscine? Ce charmant album... [Read More]
Comment les animaux survivent-ils à la chaleur? Est-ce qu'ils portent des sandales? Est-ce qu'ils sautent dans la piscine? Ce charmant album documentaire enseigne les différents moyens employés par les animaux pour se rafraîchir. Battre des oreilles, se coller aux arbres et faire des siestes sont quelques-unes des méthodes qui permettent aux animaux de survivre à la chaleur. La seule façon de découvrir si les lézards mangent réellement de la crème glacée est de lire ce livre sans plus tarder! Les illustrations adorables, les faits amusants, et les idées rigolotes font de ce documentaire un livre indispensable pour des jeunes lecteurs, et un parfait compagnon au livre Du chocolat chaud pour les grenouilles?
A funny and informative look at birds and their unique behavioral adaptations Birds can do a lot more than just fly! Did you know some of them can... [Read More]
A funny and informative look at birds and their unique behavioral adaptations Birds can do a lot more than just fly! Did you know some of them can dig, dance, dive, and dabble? This nonfiction book introduces readers to an assortment of fascinating birds and their surprising behaviors. Readers will learn about flightless birds like the Adélie penguin, which toboggans down hills on its belly, or the kakapo, which climbs up trees to escape danger. Even birds that fly have quirky survival behaviors--like the barred owl, which can turn its head almost all the way around, or the blue-footed booby, which dives from great heights to catch fish. Written by prolific children's nonfiction author and educator Etta Kaner and whimsically illustrated by artist June Steube, Dig, Dance, Dive invites readers to greet all sorts of amazing feathered friends in a fun and informative exploration.
Do dolphins teach? Do birds build apartment buildings? Do tapirs deliver packages? You may be surprised at the answers! Animals have to work hard to... [Read More]
Do dolphins teach? Do birds build apartment buildings? Do tapirs deliver packages? You may be surprised at the answers! Animals have to work hard to survive in the wild. From vultures that act as nature's cleanup crew, to damselfish that help grow their favourite food, this book is full of interesting, surprising, and sometimes familiar ways that animals work and behave.
An upbeat exploration of how animals stay warm in cold weather
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A funny exploration of how animals keep clean and healthy Do tortoises take vitamins? Do badgers wash their hands after using the toilet? This... [Read More]
A funny exploration of how animals keep clean and healthy Do tortoises take vitamins? Do badgers wash their hands after using the toilet? This eagerly anticipated fourth and final installment of the Do Animals series raises these questions and more about how animals take care of their bodies--much like the ways people maintain their hygiene! From lava lizards that do push-ups, to giraffes that clean their noses with their tongues (yuck!), this book is full of interesting and unexpected ways that animals keep their bodies in top condition. Written in an interactive question-and-answer format perfect for reading out loud, this follow-up to bestsellers Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate?, Do Lizards Eat Ice Cream?, and Do Fire Ants Fight Fires? encourages inquiry and discussion. Silly scenarios and comic illustrations will invite readers to learn about animal adaptations and STEM in an engaging and accessible way.
A fun and factual exploration of how animals stay cool in hot weather
A fun and factual exploration of how animals stay cool in hot weather
Rats, mosquitoes, bats, cockroaches, leeches, vultures — it’s easy to fear and despise them. But are they all bad? You probably know that... [Read More]
Rats, mosquitoes, bats, cockroaches, leeches, vultures — it’s easy to fear and despise them. But are they all bad? You probably know that rats destroy food supplies and can cause house fires when they gnaw on electrical wires, but did you know their supersensitive noses can help detect tuberculosis or even land mines? Are these conventionally icky critters really public enemies, or do they have merits worth appreciating? Friend or Foe takes a close look at what we dislike about each of 10 unpopular animals, and then presents the flip side: these very same animals are often smart, helpful to humans and the environment, or inspiring to scientists. After each pair of polarizing spreads, readers are asked to decide for themselves if the animal is friend or foe. Fascinating research and anecdotes, fun design inspired by propaganda posters, and playful use of persuasive language and point of view make Friend or Foe an engaging read that will leave readers reconsidering common perceptions. Informational text features: table of contents, headings and labels, index
Have you ever thought of plants as tricky? Probably not. But in this nonfiction book, readers are introduced to the tricky techniques some plants use... [Read More]
Have you ever thought of plants as tricky? Probably not. But in this nonfiction book, readers are introduced to the tricky techniques some plants use to defend themselves, reproduce, or acquire food. From the copycat Boquila vine that changes shape to match its host plant, to the pungent carrion flower that lures pollinating flies with the scent of rotten meat, plants across the globe have adapted to survive all kinds of threatening fauna. Each amazing plant adaptation is described through fact bubbles and easy-to-grasp blocks of text. End matter includes a list of sources for kids to explore, a glossary defining scientific terms, and an index.
An interactive guessing game featuring nature's most unusual adaptations and characteristics Can you tell the difference between a rock, a plant,... [Read More]
An interactive guessing game featuring nature's most unusual adaptations and characteristics Can you tell the difference between a rock, a plant, and an animal? While it might sound simple, the vast diversity of life on earth can throw us some serious curveballs! Sometimes, what looks like a plant is actually an animal. Other times, what looks like an animal is actually a plant! Even things that look like living creatures can turn out to be unique rocks. Each spread features a realistic illustration of either a puzzling critter, a perplexing plant, or a special stone. Every picture is accompanied by a simple prompt: rock, plant, or animal? The answer is revealed by turning the page to discover a detailed scene and a brief description of the "species."