Books with author By (author) Linda Bozzo

Readers will learn all about baby giraffes, including what they eat and how they fall six feet to the ground when they are born. Amazing photographs of these super-cute animals are accompanied by Fast Facts. This book supports the Next Generation Science Standards on growth and development of organisms, biodiversity, and social interactions in animal groups by exploring such details as how calves learn to stand within a half hour after being born, and how they protect themselves in the wild. Budding scientists can follow giraffe calves as they grow into independent adults.

Monks bred the Saint Bernard to guard their hospice and rescue lost travelers in the Alps. Readers will learn all about the Saint Bernard and its needs with the help of author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association. Simple, informative text and full-color photographs show readers what to feed their dog, how to groom it, and how to keep it healthy through exercise and play. A Note to Parents addresses the importance of neutering and spaying, microchipping, checking to see if a dog license is required, and adopting from a shelter or rescue group. Also included are a Words to Know section and a Read About Dogs section with books and websites.

Baby seals are amazing animals that will go without food for weeks before they dive in and begin to hunt for themselves. Young readers will learn how these sleek swimmers find food in the water around them, but not before their waterproof fur grows in. This book is filled with fun facts and vibrant photographs of adorable baby seals in their natural habitat. Following these marine mammals from birth, this book will enhance science collections. A glossary and index offer readers additional support.

With hard shells that protect them from predators, turtles are among the oldest group of reptiles. Readers will discover that sea turtles rarely leave the water except to lay eggs in the sand. They will read about freshwater turtles that love to soak up the sun on logs or rocks. What most people don't know is that the temperature of the turtle's nest determines whether the babies are male or female. Interesting facts and stunning photographs are sure to open the door for discussions about habitat, predators, and various other science-related topics.