parental behavior in animals

An illustrated, rhyming celebration of fathers of all kinds. Includes facts about animal fathers.

"Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Moms. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension"--From the publisher's web site.

Depicts different kinds of parental behavior among a variety of animals, including the trumpeter swan, mountain goat, and baboon.

". . . discover some of the interesting behaviors baby animals and their parents engage in to help ensure their survival"--Provided by publisher.

"Short entries portray how 12 different animals are taught various "lessons." Chicks learn to peck to get their bellies full; a prairie dog pup learns how to spot and warn others about predators; a bottlenose dolphin learns how to recognize its mother's signature call"--Provided by publisher.

Explores how different wild animals take care of their young, including elephants, koala bears, octopuses, and alligators.

A picture book introduction to the parenting behavior of insects.

Follows a baby koala's interaction with his mother.

Introduces the birth, development, care, feeding, and characteristics of baby reptiles.

Photographs and simple text trace the lives of bears and their cubs from birth to early maturity.