Hickman, Pamela M

Text, illustrations, questions and answers, and suggested activities introduce the world of bugs.

Describes threats to the survival of birds of prey such as condors, falcons, and owls, and examines conservation efforts up close, profiling projects and workers.

Discusses the ways animals survive the winter, including animals which hibernate.

A boy watches what happens, over time, after he plants a small seed in the ground.

Describes the life cycle, or metamorphosis, of a butterfly for young readers.

Includes directions for creating temporary habitats indoors that allow for the study of various animals and plants in natural settings.

Describes the remarkable senses of such animals as bats, dolphins, deer, and ants, explaining how each uses its unique power of sight, hearing, smell, taste, or touch to survive.

Illustrations and simple text describe how various animals move.

A simplified introduction to a variety of insects, with tips on how to observe them.

Describes how animals use the five senses of hearing, sight, taste, smell, and touch to explore their environments. Includes experiments and activities for children.