Bodden, Valerie

"Meet the biggest mammal in North America! Learn about the features and behaviors of bison, including wallowing in dirt and their Native American history. A folk tale explains why bison have a shoulder hump"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the prairie dog! Learn about how this rodent communicates with different barks. Elementary-aged readers will discover prairie dog towns. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these fascinating little mammals. A Native American folk tale explains why prairie dogs watch coyotes so closely Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the characteristics, behaviors, and habitat of rhinoceroses.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and habitat of komodo dragons. Features color photographs, a glossary, and a folk story explaining why komodo dragons are respected by the people of Indonesia.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and habitat of jaguars. Features color photographs, a glossary, and a folk story explaining why jaguars' spots look blurry.

Explores the habitat, physical features, diet, life cycle, and behaviors of bison. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Meet the sloth! Learn about how this slow mammal grows algae on its fur. Elementary-aged readers will discover that some sloths sleep the day away. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these cute creatures. A Brazilian folktale explains why sloths don't build nests"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the seahorse! Learn about how this ocean animal eats tiny zooplankton. Elementary-aged readers will discover how seahorses use camouflage to hide from predators. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . sea creatures. A Mexican folktale explains how the seahorse became a fish. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the jellyfish! Learn about how this strange sea creature lives without blood or a brain. Elementary-aged readers will discover jellyfish that can glow in the dark. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . ocean animals. A Japanese folk tale explains why jellyfish have squishy bodies. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the pelican! Learn about how this large bird uses its bill to scoop up fish. Elementary-aged readers will discover how pelicans preen to keep their feathers waterproof. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . birds. An Australian folk tale explains why some pelicans are white. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided by publisher.