Some animals like to live alone. Many big cats, such as tigers, will even fight others to keep their territories to themselves. But even solo animals will find a mate at times. This thought-provoking volume provides the answers that animal lovers are seeking about how creatures find mates and why. The most interesting animal information is presented through clear, at-level text that emerging readers will find motivating and achievable. The elementary science content is supported by a graphic organizer and beautiful images of animals and their mates in the wild.
"From snuggling garter snakes to big, cozy bear hugs, this book in verse shares how animals we'd expect, and some we wouldn't, express affection for each other. Each animal interaction is compared with a similar human one, in . . . blended illustrations . . . showing that we are not so different from our animal neighbors. Find out more about the animals in the back pages and discover how to say 'I love you' in different languages"--OCLC.
The latest offering from the award-winning team of Robin Page and Steve Jenkins focuses on the most unique and exciting animal displays in the natural world, used by creatures to stand out. This eye-catching, high-interest material is ideal for nature lovers, Jenkins fans, and even the most reluctant readers.
Delves into the mating habits within the animal kingdom, and the varied tactics animals use to attract a mate, reproduce, and in some instances, ward off advances.
A fact spread and creepy images bring jumping spiders to life. Readers will learn about the habitats and unique characteristics of several jumping spider species. Written for second-graders, this book about these nightmare creatures will keep kids up past their bedtime.
Discusses the courtship behaviors and rituals of various animals, which usually results in two mature members becoming a couple for the sake of mating and producing offspring, covering bugs, birds, fish, shellfish, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals.
