animal defenses

Readers learn about whales, giant mammals that live in the ocean. In order to protect themselves from predators, they release a cloud of waste that they hide in to confuse their pursuers.

Readers will learn about the horned lizard, a reptile with unusual defense mechanisms, such as shooting blood out of its eyes.

Simple text and photographs introduce animals that regenerate body parts.

Information about animals shells, scales, spikes and other outer coverings.

Introduces young readers to the variety of ways that mammals, birds, insects, sea creatures, and other animals camouflage themselves and contains five fold-out pages that look at some of these creatures in greater detail.

Each chapter investigates the mechanics behind a certain reptile, from the freaky frilled lizard to the deadly Komodo dragon.

Uses a question-and-answer format to present information about some of the ways various animals, including bears, frogs, and spiders, protect themselves.

An exploration of animal defenses that discusses the physical and behavioral adaptations, such as camouflage and mimicry, that various species depend on for survival.

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Partnerships. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

The latest offering from the award-winning team of Robin Page and Steve Jenkins focuses on the most unique and exciting animal displays in the natural world, used by creatures to stand out. This eye-catching, high-interest material is ideal for nature lovers, Jenkins fans, and even the most reluctant readers.