Hirsch, Rebecca E

"Humans have five senses. But some animals can perceive things we can't thanks to their extraordinary senses. From science writer Rebecca E. Hirsch comes a fascinating book that introduces these animals and delves into the science behind their senses. Discover how animals use their senses to find food, navigate their environment, and communicate. Featured animals include the star-nosed mole with its highly developed nose, the deadly sidewinder rattlesnake which uses its pits to strike its prey, and the electric eel that uses electroreception to sense its prey"--Provided by the publisher.

"In the face of rapidly declining bird populations, read about the vast impacts birds have on ecosystems, food systems, and our mental health and what we can do to protect them"--Provided by publisher.

As the sun sets, night creatures awaken to hunt, fly, race, leap, and more. A mother and child camp out in their rural backyard among the nocturnal animals in this evocative and informative picture book.

Students learn about the continent of North America, with a focus on its geography, animals, and different people.

Students learn about the continent of Europe, with a focus on its geography, languages, and different countries.

Students learn about the continent of Antarctica, with a focus on its geography, animals and different peoples.

"Monarch butterfly populations have been declining for the last two decades, and scientists aren't sure why. This book takes readers on a quest to discover what is happening and what scientists know"--Provided by publisher.

"Follow along with Garfield as he explores breakthroughs in technology, from the earliest stone tools to modern times, when silicon computer chips and GPS are commonplace. All along, Garfield adds his own funny comments on each breakthrough"--Back cover.

"Each colorful spread in this book discusses a breakthrough in science, complete with hilarious commentary from Garfield the cat--who would really rather be eating lasagna. From forces and motion to the origin of the universe, Garfield explores it all"-- Provided by publisher.

"Each spread throughout this book explores a breakthrough in the history of engineering, complete with hilarious commentary from Garfield the cat--who would really rather be taking a nap"--Provided by publisher.