Higginson, Mel

Describes grasslands around the world and their animal and human inhabitants.

Photographs and simple text describe how fur and feathers protect various animals and birds. Presented in English and Spanish.

Describes the beaks of several different kinds of birds, explaining how they are used for catching food, for eating, and as tools for other purposes. Presented in English and Spanish.

Describes the animals that live in Mexico, including tapirs, Gila monsters, ospreys, and peccaries.

Identifies for young readers some of the uses of several animal feathers and fur.

Photographs and simple text explain what hibernation is and why animals hibernate, and look at the physical changes that occur while the animals sleep.

Photographs and simple text explain how and why animals migrate, and identify some of the animals that migrate.

Tells about botanists, what they do, the places they work, and why their work is important.