Kaner, Etta

Animals have adapted in ways to survive hot weather. This book is an introduction to animal adaptations.

"Birds can do a lot more than just fly! Did you know some of them can dig, dance, dive, and dabble? This book introduces readers to an assortment of fascinating birds and their surprising behaviors. Readers will learn about flightless birds like the Ad?lie penguin, which toboggans down hills on its belly, or the kakapo, which climbs up trees to escape danger"--Provided by publisher.

". . . guessing-game book that explores how in nature, things aren't always what they seem . . . sometimes what looks like a plant is actually a rock or what looks like a rock is actually an animal or what looks like an animal is actually a plant"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet ten invasive animal species, including killer shrimp, toxic cane toads and a surprisingly destructive moth, and discover the damage they did when they arrived in their new habitats. The planet needs your help! Find out why we need to protect our ecosystems; why humans are the real problem behind invasive species; how we can work together to restore balance. You (yes, you!) can help prevent the spread of invasive species!"--Jacket flap.

"... introduces readers to some of the world's most devious plant adaptations, including camouflage, imitation, playing dead, and even theft"--Back cover.

"Animals . . . have adapted in . . . ways to survive chilly weather. [This book] is an . . . introduction to animal adaptations around the world"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses methods of animal defense.

Describes the ways animals "talk" using body language and the senses, and presents activities to help children understand these modes of communication, which utilize sounds, smells, and visual cues.

"Many architects today are looking to plants and animals to help solve their design challenges. Inspired by how nature already works, these architects are coming up with innovative ways to cool buildings, withstand earthquakes and save energy. In [this book], [the author] explores these . . . feats of architecture. Kids will discover buildings and bridges inspired by cactuses, beetles, termite towers, trees, grass, and more. In some cases, nature has thought of it first, like a flood-proof house that floats like a water lily leaf. Nature's beauty has also inspired buildings that look like a lotus flower, a bird's nest and even an armadillo"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the similar ways animals and humans behave.