life cycles

Mammals are a very diverse group. From whales and dolphins that give birth in the water to platypuses that lay eggs, these life cycles can often seem very different. However, they re very similar. Readers learn the basic structure of the mammal life cycle through simple language and accompanying diagrams that show the cycle step by step. The main content offers a way for struggling readers to more easily learn an important science curriculum topic, but can also be a great review tool for any reader.

Inside this book, meet 12 insects whose life cycles take weird to a whole new level. From wasps that turn spiders into zombies to help them take care of their larvae to bot flies that start life by burrowing into a horse's tongue, every page is packed with truly unbelievable facts.

Explores the life cycle of birds from egg to adult, specifically profiling the penguin. Includes color photographs, bird facts, a glossary, sources for further learning, and an index.

"Enjoy reading about the changes in a rabbit as it grows from a newborn bunny to a full-grown adult"--Publisher.

It's morning on the tundra! Time to start the day up close with a polar bear! Give young nature explorers and zoologists an exciting way to learn about the icy homes, physical features, and behaviors of this Arctic bear by following it throughout one day. Plus, kids can continue exploring after the polar bear goes to sleep! A step-by-step life cycle diagram, critical thinking questions, and further resources will keep fact-hungry kids learning about this giant bear. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to an online article, video, and discussion questions.  .

Twitch an ear, get up, stretch, and yawn! Time to start the day up close with a cheetah! Give young nature explorers and zoologists an exciting way to learn about the habitat, hunting features, and behaviors of this carnivorous feline by following it throughout one day. Plus, kids can continue exploring after the cheetah goes to sleep! A step-by-step life cycle diagram, critical thinking questions, and further resources will keep fact-hungry kids learning about this fast feline. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to an online article, video, and discussion questions.  .

"Follow a classroom of real kindergartners as they participate in a popular activity--raising butterflies . . . photographs show the life cycle of the painted lady butterfly, from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to adult. Engaging text captures the children's wonder and explains the science behind metamorphosis"--Publisher.

"Nonfiction about the life cycle of bullfrogs, including how males attract mates"--Provided by publisher.

A narrative nonfiction picture book that chronicles the day-to-day activities of a little brown bat named Otis. Facts and definitions are woven into the narrative.

Text and color illustrations explore the life cycle of a frog, from an egg to tadpole to adult; and presents facts about frogs.