camouflage (biology)

"The power to shapeshift only exists in comic books, right? In this title, readers will learn about shapeshifting heroes and how humans have attempted to become shapeshifters themselves. Crisp images pair with engaging text to introduce the subject. Meanwhile, special features such as profiles and infographics highlight examples of shapeshifting in comics and other media, show how people mimic this power in daily life, and explore the consequences of this power becoming a reality"--Amazon.

Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about black mambas vs. caracals. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7.

"For young poets who love science and young scientists who love poetry, this . . . collection of poems about . . . colorful creatures found throughout the world invites readers to linger and wonder on every page. Learn why the Blue-footed Booby puts on a special dance or how the Picasso Bug uses its masterful chemical defense against predators. Explore simple and fun poetic forms like the tanka, haiku, and quatrain"--Provided by publisher.

"A charming old man is searching everywhere for his pet chameleon. His dog tries to help--but the man just can't see his colorful pet! The clever chameleon camouflages himself as a flower, a banana, a sock, and much more. When the man finds some pet care instructions stuck to the bottom of his slippers, he realizes that all he needs to do is shout 'Come out, come out, chameleon,' to make the chameleon appear"--Provided by publisher.

"Did you know that many animals have fur that changes color through the seasons? Other animals can change color in seconds. Discover this and other fascinating facts in Camouflage, a World Languages book"--Provided by publisher.

"A hidden world of snow-covered Arctic foxes, tree-trunk hiding owls and perfectly camouflaged butterflies will be revealed as you hold the pages of [this book] to the light"--Publisher.

Learn about the ways animal protect themselves using camouflage and other suprise tactics.

"The animal kingdom is a colorful place. But which animal is the brightest out there? The beautiful plumage of the male peacock, the changing hues of the chameleon, and the amazing sight of a macaw are all contenders in this book of animal match ups! Each bright animal is profiled for their lovely look and features, and then meets against another animal in an imaginary face off."--Amazon.

The vivid, full-color photographs in this book show how animals trick the eye by hiding in plain sight. Some animals can change their skin texture and color, cover themselves up, or even mimic other plants and animals. Readers will meet sharks that hide using light and shadow, and even some fish that use light to trick their food into swimming nearby. The book is packed with information that will delight and inform young science buffs.

A look at chameleons, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their color-changing skin, behaviors, relationships with humans, and fragile status in the world today.