An introduction to parasites that describes different types of parasites, discusses where they live and risks they face, and explains their place in a food chain.
Introduces readers to marine animal communication, discussing how and why dolphins, whales, sea lions, and sharks communicate in the wild, what these different signals mean, and how humans study the language of ocean animals.
Describes the country of Mexico, covering the land and climate, plants and animals, natural resources, goods and services, indigenous peoples, cultural groups, arts and entertainment, sports, politics and government, and more.
"Vibrant photographs and descriptive text guide readers on an underwater journey through coastal waters to explore coral reefs. Home to more than one million kinds of plants, fish, and other ocean life, readers will discover how living things meet their needs for shelter, food, and more in this dynamic ecosystem."--.
"Content-rich photographs and accessible text combine to guide readers as they discover the often overlooked ecosystems found outside their own back doors! Children will be fascinated to learn more about the animals, insects, and plants they often take for granted, including squirrels, skunks, bees, and dandelions."--.
"Did you know that a Saguaro cactus can live for more than 200 years and grow as tall as 50 feet (15 meters)? Readers will discover how these desert giants are used for shelter by animals such as woodpeckers and owls, and provide food for animals such as bats and other small mammals. This captivating title provides a close-up look at the plants and animals that live in and around the Saguaro cactus in the Sonoran Desert."--Provided by publisher.
"Tide pools form from water left on rocky shores when the tide withdraws. From seaweed and sea snails to shore crabs and seabirds, readers will discover some of the plants and animals that live in and around these ever-changing ecosystems."--.
"From croaking frogs and quacking ducks to floating lily pads and buzzing dragonflies, ponds are bursting with life ... Photographs and descriptive text help budding young scientists discover the plants and animals that live in these freshwater ecosystems."--Provided by publisher.
The fleece from one sheep can be spun into a strand of wool 124 miles (200 kilometers) long. Full-grown sheep can weigh up to 400 pounds (180 kilograms). These engaging facts and more are waiting to be discovered in Sheep, an Animals on the Farm book.
