Read and wonder

Rhymed text and pictures tell how walls are made, what they're for, how to climb one, and where they can be found.

Relates in verse the origin and uses of string.

Tells where guinea pigs come from, shows how to take care of them, and gives information about some of the guinea pigs the author has owned.

Text and illustrations describe horse behavior, biology, and care.

Follows a mother bear and her young cubs through two warm summers and two snowy winters.

A close-up look at the day-to-day doings of a pet cat.

An old abandoned house slowly falls to pieces and becomes a haven for wild plants and animals.

Text and illustrations describe horse behavior, biology, and care.

Recreates a hen's day in the farmyard as she eats, keeps her feathers clean, and cares for her chicks. Includes additional facts in the form of hand-lettered notes.

Describes a variety of monkeys and apes around the world and some of the interesting things they do.