Looking for adventure, Bo the armadillo follows a girl in red cowboy boots to the rodeo where he rides a bronco, eats chili peppers, and tries the two-step.
Discusses the order of the animal kingdom known as Xenarthra and describes fifteen different species, including the giant anteater, three-toed sloth, hairy armadillo, and pink fairy armadillo.
Describes the physical characteristics of armadillos and discusses their habitat, food, and their unique method of escaping predators. Includes color photos, a glossary, and an index.