Books with author Meryl Magby

Its name is a not-so-subtle clue to the bighorn sheeps best-known feature. While female bighorn sheep also have horns, it is the males whose huge, curving horns won these mammals their name. In the fall, males use their horns to fight over the right to mate with females. Readers of this fun, informative book will learn how these battles take place along with other interesting facts about this classic North American animal.

Sea urchins, with their prickly spines, are one sea creature you don’t want to step on. Readers discover how sea urchins use their tube feet to breathe, move, and grab food as it floats by. Also discussed is the key role sea urchins play in many ocean food webs. A two-page spread offers even more information, such as the fact that a sea urchin’s teeth never stop growing. The colorful design and amazing photos are sure to draw in young readers and keep them engaged while learning fun, science facts.

The American bison is now making an impressive comeback, after nearly being wiped out in the nineteenth century. While we may never return to the days when tens of millions of these mighty animals roamed the plains of North America, the growth of bison populations has been encouraging. Readers will learn a wealth of information about these mammals, which are also known as American buffalo. Clear text and beautiful photographs highlight North America most massive land animal.

While mustangs are not native to North America, they have become an iconic American animal. These feral horses are actually the descendants of animals that escaped from Spanish settlers. Today, though, mustangs are very much at home in the plains and deserts of Western North America. Readers will learn about mustang foals and life in a mustang herd. Theyll love pouring over spectacular photographs of these graceful animals and the arresting landscapes in which they live.

While mustangs are not native to North America, they have become an iconic American animal. These feral horses are actually the descendants of animals that escaped from Spanish settlers. Today, though, mustangs are very much at home in the plains and deserts of Western North America. Readers will learn about mustang foals and life in a mustang herd. Theyll love pouring over spectacular photographs of these graceful animals and the arresting landscapes in which they live.

The lively and social prairie dog is one of the most entertaining North American animals. These small mammals live in groups called towns and build elaborate underground homes. This fact-filled book informs kids about prairie dog life cycles, communication, diets, and burrows. It also explores how well-adapted prairie dogs are to their surroundings and the keystone roles they play in many of the ecosystems in which they live.

The national bird of the United States is a familiar sight on government seals, but in the past its appearances in Americas skies were dwindling. Luckily, today, the bald eagle is being seen in increasing numbers in the wild. These impressive birds of prey have rebounded after suffering from hunting and DDT pollution during the twentieth century. This informative volume provides heaps of captivating information about how these majestic birds fly, hunt, nest, and raise their young.

North Americas most common deer get their name from the white underside of their tail, which the animals raise when alarmed. Males are known for their magnificent antlers, which they drop and regrow annually. Readers will come to understand the importance of deer hunting in American history and the role that deer hunters play in maintaining healthy deer populations to this day.

With their striped tails and bandit masks, raccoons are among the most recognizable North American animals. Learn about the raccoons mysterious food-washing habit, dexterous paws, and wily intelligence. Special attention is paid to the varying ways in which raccoons and people have interacted over the years. This title features lots of great photographs, including some of truly adorable raccoon kits.