migration

Full-color illustrations and easy-to-follow text describe the seasonal journeys of whales, and examines their lives as they travel from the areas where they breed to areas better for finding food.

"Kalak lives with his family in a part of the world where the nests are old, the roofs are all damaged, the earth is dry, and there is never enough food. One day, they decide to leave everything behind, and fly off to a new part of the world ..."--Back cover.

A little girl cannot wait for the migration of the spotted salamander.

"Monarch butterflies travel over 2,000 miles from Americas East Coast to central Mexico. Scientists are only beginning to unravel the mystery of the butterfly's super navigational powers. In this...text, readers will discover how life science works in the everyday world. With accessible language to simplify complex concepts, the book challenges developing readers and supports elementary science standards. ...Photographs enhance the text"--Amazon.com.

"A plucky robin sets out on an epic journey guided only by his longing to return home in time for Christmas.

Simple text and illustrations introduce young readers to reindeer and how they migrate.

"For monarch butterflies, the crisp air of fall signals a time for change. Along with the changing colors of the trees, the skies are filled with these bright orange insects as they make their way to warmer weather. Monarchs' delicate wings help them glide with the southern wind during their migration to Mexico. This book contains vibrant photos and marked maps allow readers to become immersed in the lives of monarch butterflies"--Provided by the publisher.

Text and illustrations provide an introduction to sea turtles.

Explains the journey humpback whales take between their feeding areas and their calving areas, and describes their physical characteristics and behaviors.

Many birds migrate to warmer climates during the winter, yet emperor penguins walk to the inland of Antarctica to incubate their eggs. There, male penguins will keep their eggs warm while the females return to the ocean to feed and return with food for their chicks. Kids will learn about the incredible fortitude of these penguins in their life cycle. Full-Color Photographs, Glossary, Index, Pronunciation Guide.