Thatcher, Henry

When it comes to speed, the garter snake zooms ahead, but when it comes to strength, the python has all the muscle. The hunting habits, diets, and natural habitats of these two snakes are incredibly different. Readers will learn to compare and contrast as they explore the worlds of these wriggling reptiles.

They may both be pigs, but the lives of wild boars and teacup pigs are drastically different. One roams the forests, while the other lounges around the house. Young readers will be introduced to the basics of life science as they learn to compare and contrast with their new porcine friends.

Both the Clydesdale and miniature horse were bred over generations to make them the sizes they are today. What effects has this breeding had on the horses, and can one be considered better than the other? By presenting clear facts, this book will help readers develop their critical thinking skills as they learn to compare and contrast.

Compares one of the largest snakes, the python, with one of the smallest, a garter snake.

Compares one of the largest and smallest breeds of lizards, Komodo dragons and geckos.

Compares the largest and smallest monkeys, a mandrill and a marmoset.

Compares one of the largest and smallest breeds of lizards, Komodo dragons and geckos.

Compares one of the largest and smallest breeds of rodents, capybaras and pygmy mice.