mollusks

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how cuttlefish use colors to camouflage themselves, hunt, attract mates, and warn off predators. Color photos and . . . leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about cuttlefish, their habitat, behaviors, and science behind their amazing, bright colors"--Provided by publisher.

"What's better than a snack with friends? A snack surprise for friends, of course! When Snail spots a shiny crab apple high up in a tree, she can't wait to share it with her pals ... she just has to get it down first!"--Provided by publisher.

"What's better than a snack with friends? A snack surprise for friends, of course! When Snail spots a shiny crab apple high up in a tree, she can't wait to share it with her pals ... she just has to get it down first!"--Provided by publisher.

"When a little slug finds new friends in the backyard, she notices they look a lot like her...except they have shells! Maybe a shell is exactly what she needs to fit in--but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds!"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of snails and such related species as clams, oysters, and cuttlefish.

"This book sheds a surprising light on how seashells--the hard, protective outer layer that mollusks inhabit--serve tremendous purpose. This large group of marine animals needs shells for protection, feeding, transportation, anchorage, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Conches are best known for their colorful, musical shells and for their meat. But, these mollusks are much more interesting and complicated than they seem. Conches are sea snails with eyestalks and feet. There are about 50 different species of conches. Lovely underwater photographs show conches in their natural habitats.

"Meet cuttlefish that can camouflage themselves, octopuses that outsmart their predators, and squid that patrol the deep in this cool fact-filled reader. Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about cephalopods, from inking, to hunting, to coconut carrying. Squish along with squid, camouflage with cuttlefish, and marvel at magnificent octopuses. Packed with weird-but-true facts and tons of cool animal info, this Level 3 Reader explores the incredible world of cephalopods"--From the publisher's web site.

An introduction to a variety of shells that provide protection for animals, looking at the coverings of armadillos, snails, crabs, turtles, and more.