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Primates

the fearless science of Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birut? Galdikas
2013
In graphic novel format, explores the lives and work of scientists Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Birut? Galdikas, who lived with and studied chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans, respectively, in their natural habitats, creating between them a body of work that greatly improved our understanding of primates, including humans.

Revolting reptiles

2008
Contains close-up color photographs of salamanders, poison dart frogs, caimans, lizards, and other reptiles, and provides facts about their habits and behaviors.

How the wolf became the dog

1998
Provides an overview of how wolves evolved into "man's best friends.".

Killer whales

the orcas of the Pacific Ocean
1995
Tells all about killer whales and how they live.

The chimpanzees I love

saving their world and ours
2001
Dr. Jane Goodall provides an account of her life studying chimpanzees at the Gombe National Park in Tanzania, and shares what she has learned from her observations. Includes photographs and discussion of ways to protect the chimpanzees and their habitats.

Meeting dolphins

my adventures in the sea
2000
The author describes her work studying dolphin communication and her invention of a listening device that allows researchers to tell which of a group of dolphins is vocalizing underwater.

It's a dog's life

how man's best friend sees, hears, and smells the world
2012
Presents facts about dogs, covering breeds and behavior.

Prairie dog's hideaway

2012
Photographs and simple text introduce prairie dogs and examine their natural habitat, physical characteristics, diet, and behavior.

Hatch!

2011
Presents illustrations of various eggs with related clues, prompting readers to guess which type of bird laid the eggs; and provides details on the appearance, habitat, and behavior of each featured type of bird.

The true-or-false book of cats

2001
Discusses the truth behind such beliefs as "Cats can see in total darkness," "Cats have nine lives," and "A cat signals its feelings with its tail.".

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