Halfmann, Janet

Examines some of the tiny and microscopic creatures who make their homes in trees, such as bees, bark beetles, and fungi.

Discusses the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of scorpions, focusing on how they hunt and kill their prey.

Discusses the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of lizards, focusing on how they hunt and kill their prey.

A Pacific white-sided dolphin, playing in the waves created by a research ship, leaps too high in the air and lands on the deck of the boat, where surprised scientists rush to make sure the dolphin is not badly injured before returning it to the water.

Examines the nature and behavior of the many small creatures that live in dark, cool dampness under stones, from millipedes to earthworms.

Briefly describes some of the creatures that live in a tide pool, including periwinkles, limpets, and sea stars.

Introduces the physical characteristics and behaviors of Narwhal through a story in which a baby Narwhal explores his surroundings and migrates during the winter.

Color photos fill this overview of spiders, which describes their physical characteristics, habitats, venom, behavior, life cycle, web-spinning, history and legend, and uses for humans.

Describes the habitat, life cycle, behavior, predators, and unique characteristics of fireflies.

Briefly describes some of the creatures that live in a pond, including water striders, tadpoles, and dragonfly nymphs. Suggests several related activities.