Jaycox, Jaclyn

"Octopuses have eight tentacles lined with suction cups. Their skin can change color, and they shoot black ink at their enemies. Find out more facts about these . . . sea creatures"--Provided by publisher.

"Tigers are the largest wildcats in the world. These skilled hunters sneak up on prey and pounce with incredible speed and power. Learn more exciting facts about these . . . hunters"--Provided by publisher.

"There are more than 800 kinds of tree frogs. Some of them don't even live in trees! But they all have very unusual feet. Find out more about this large family of frogs"--Provided by publisher.

"Have you ever heard of a frog that freezes solid in winter? What about a toad that carries its eggs on its back? Young readers will learn all about wood frogs, suriname toads, and other amphibians with unusual life cycles"--.

"Have you ever heard of a reptile that spends most of its life in an egg? What about a reptile that has to lay its eggs on the same beach where it was hatched? Young readers will learn all about Madagascar chameleons, sea turtles, and other reptiles with unusual life cycles"--.

"Have you ever heard of a mammal that lays eggs? What about a mammal that can give birth to fifty babies at once? Young readers learn all about echidnas, Tasmanian devils, and other mammals with unusual life cycles"--.

"Have you ever heard of an invertebrate that spends its whole life inside another animal? What about a beetle that spends most of its life underground? Young readers will learn all about lancet flukes, Hercules beetles, and other invertebrates with unusual life cycles"--.

"Have you ever heard of a bird that lays its eggs on the ground instead of in a nest? What about a bird that lays eggs in other birds' nests? Young readers will learn all about killdeers, cuckoo birds, and other birds with unusual life cycles"--Provided by publisher.

"Would you rather chase a tornado or a hurricane? In this . . . nonfiction title, young readers will face . . . decisions about surviving in a storm. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen thought-provoking questions about storm chasing. From questions about tools to life-or-death scenarios, this book generates discussion and promotes critical-thinking skills. Color photographs and . . . facts invite readers to make informed decisions while also prompting further research"--Provided by publisher.

"Have you ever heard of a male fish that carries eggs? What about a fish that gives birth to live young? Young readers will learn about seahorses, guppies, and other fish with unusual life cycles"--Provided by the publisher.