habits and behavior

An illustrated look at the incredible and sometimes bizarre animal behavior from devious defenses to unique ways of moving.

Describes how animals have adapted themselves in appearance and behavior to survive a variety of conditions and climates.

Investigates that special type of defense that allows animals to evade enemies by means of camouflage or mimicry.

Examines how different animals move, communicate, raise their young, take in nourishment, and defend themselves.

Explores animal behavior, particularly socialization, with analogies to human growth and development.

Uses photographs of various types of animals to teach children about opposites.

A look at a variety of species, including our own, in which mothers nurture their young.

Simple text and photographs show many different kinds of noses and what they can do. Includes a picture glossary which identifies the animals pictured and provides information to help with classification skills.

Rhyming text describes how various mammals camouflage themselves to protect against predators.

Rhyming text describes how various insects camouflage themselves to proctect against predators.