Books with author Diane Swanson

Did you know that tree squirrels can be found all over the world except in Australia and Antarctica? In North America, there are nine main kinds of tree squirrels. And they always seem to be on the move. Whether they are scampering along branches or leaping from tree to tree, they never seem to stay still. So if you want to find out more about these busy rodents, you'll have to run. You've seen them scurrying in parks, in your backyard, and sometimes down the street. Squirrels can be found everywhere, so why not learn more about them? Did you know that there are nine kinds of tree squirrels in North America? Or that baby squirrels are born blind? And did you realize some squirrels can fall more than 30 metres to the ground without hurting themselves? Find out all about these amazing rodents in Welcome to the World of Squirrels. This is a great book for young readers who want to learn more about these frisky creatures. Each page explores the world of squirrels with colorful photographs and easy-to-read text. Welcome to the World of Squirrels is a great addition to the series, which promises to provide plenty of interesting facts about these furry animals. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

A coyote's keen senses help it survive. With eyes that can spot the smallest movement, ears that can hear the faintest rustle, and legs designed for racing, it's no wonder some coyotes live to be more than 10 years old. These adaptable canines communicate by howling, and those who live in cities even respond to the sirens of fire trucks. This book explores the lives of clever coyotes at work and at play. Did you know coyotes are often spotted at golf courses, cemeteries and parks? Sometimes even in your own backyard! Or that they aren't fussy eaters and will eat practically anything including grass, nuts, insects, skunks, fish, and birds? Did you know coyotes can reach speeds of 65 kilometres an hour? Explore these cunning yet playful creatures in Diane Swanson's latest addition to the Welcome to the World series. Learn about coyote habits, food, and what they do for fun. With colorful photographs and inviting text, children are sure to enjoy discovering the world of coyotes. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Rabbits and hares may seem like cute and fluffy animals in storybooks, but they are amazing creatures. Did you know: Rabbits may play dead to fool animals that are chasing them? A mother rabbit can have up to twelve babies at once? A racing snowshoe hare could jump the length of two beds end to end? All of this information and more can be found in this exciting book. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Discover these fascinating and elusive creatures. The wolverine is a fierce predator that tends to hunt in only the most remote wilderness areas. A relative of the mink, this dog-sized animal is capable of hunting deer or caribou and can drive a cougar from its kill. It can bite through bones with its powerful jaws or sniff out a field mouse, even under deep snow. The wolverine is a shy animal that tries to avoid contact with humans. Its population has decreased because of low birth rates and human settlements. Recognized as endangered, wolverines are considered a rare and vulnerable species. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Skunks are known to make a big stink and they can spray a long way - up to 5 metres (16 feet)! But most skunks just want to live quiet lives and avoid trouble. They hunt mainly at night and love to eat insects, including beetles, crickets and even wasps. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Watch out! With 30,000 quills, the porcupine is one sharp animal. But prickles aren't the only interesting thing about this creature. Did you know that porcupines are born with all their quills? Or that they clatter their teeth, warning enemies to stay away? To discover more, flip through Welcome to the World of Porcupines - but look out for the quills! Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Kangaroos are synonymous with Australia and instantly recognizable by their pouches, long tails and ability to travel by jumping. Children can learn details about how a kangaroo grows from a tiny joey in its mother's pouch to an adult. They can discover that red kangaroos can be over 6 feet tall, weigh 190 pounds, jump up to 29 feet in a single leap and reach speeds of 30 miles per hour. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Explore the life and habitat of this legendary bear. The Spirit Bear is a unique subspecies of the North American black bear. It's neither a polar bear nor an albino, but a black bear that's white. Named the Spirit Bear by Native American tradition, which held that white bears were to be revered and protected, it is also known as the Kermode bear. It is found only in remote regions of British Columbia which, until recently, were in danger of being logged. The official mammal of the province, the Spirit Bear's peaceful nature and stunning beauty make it an important presence. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Flying far is what eagles love to do! In fact, some fly all the way from Mexico to the Arctic. In these pages award-winning author Diane Swanson straps on her feathers to find these amazing facts: See-through eyelids protect eagles' eyes Eagles can kill prey four times heavier than themselves One bald eagle nest weighed as much as a minivan. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Welcome to the world of the massive moose! The largest members of the deer family, moose are full of fascinating talents. They can swim for two hours without resting and dive deep into lakes in search of water plants. They can even eat 23 kilograms (50 pounds) of food in a single day. From the tops of their antlers to the tips of their hoofs, this book reveals all sorts of amazing moose facts. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Plunk a penny on a sea otter and you cover about 250,000 hairs - sea otters have the thickest fur in the world. In Welcome to the World of Otters, you'll find amazing facts just like this one on every page. Diane Swanson reveals how river otters dive without a splash and how snoozing sea otters anchor themselves with kelp. Did you know that river otters often play hide and seek in the snow? Under water and on land, this is an exciting look at the splashing, diving, sliding life of otters. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.