Burnie, David

Provides an overview of topics related to animal life, such as classification, communication, habitats, and migration; and contains profiles of more than two thousand species of animal, including scientific name, distribution, size, and brief descriptions for each.

Traces the discoveries and theories that support Darwin's ideas about evolution.

Presents a full-color illustrated guide to insects, and contains over thirty easy-to-do activities.

Presents an introduction to bird watching, in simple text with illustrations, and provides information on observing the natural world, including equipment, bird classification, habitat, nesting, and migration.

Features over 450 alphabetically arranged entries of animals as well as special features on habitats and behaviors.

A photo essay introduces the world of plants, including the germination of seeds, plant defenses, and uses of plants.

Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees.

A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.