Distinctions in nature

Learn about the animals who come out in the twilight hours between day and night.

"Vertebrates make up the majority of the animal kingdom. Learn about the importance of a backbone to some species and the unique structures and movements of those without one. Readers will use visual clues to apply their learning in classifying different examples of vertebrates and invertebrates"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to reptiles and amphibians that explains their similarities and differences.

Explains the differences between nocturnal and diurnal animals.

"Some birds come and go, and others stay around all year. Young bird-watchers can learn the difference between the two, learn the characteristics that help each thrive, then take a quiz to see how much they have learned. There are fast facts that zoom in on special features that mark different species. Finally, the students can learn about those birds that are exceptions to the rule."--Publisher.

"People tend to call both insects and arachnids bugs, but they are very different creatures. Students can learn about the differences, take a quiz on what they have learned, and discover creatures that share characteristics of each but are really different animals"--Provided by publisher.

"All living things require energy to survive. Some animals can live off plants, while others must hunt prey to stay alive. Read all about the distinctions between herbivores and carnivores, their defining characteristics, and the importance of each group in the food chain"--Amazon.com.

Readers learn the characteristics of two kinds of plants by the way they reproduce, take a quiz on what they have learned, and discover the plants that are exceptions to the rules.