Books in Inside Animals series

Birds are easily spotted in nature, but their homes may not be! This text covers the variety of nests build by birds around the world, from recognizable straw nests in trees to the less common burrows built in the ground. Readers will explore how nests play a role in protecting and incubating eggs, while also gaining insight into the life of birds—where they live, how they help ecosystems, and how they survive. This text was written to support elementary science curricula, with diagrams, color images, and fact boxes included to reinforce important concepts.

When people go to sleep, bats are just waking up. While young readers may recognize the image of bats in the night skies, where they live may be less familiar. This title takes readers inside bat roosts to uncover the fascinating facts about this creature. Readers will learn the basics of bat roosts—in caves and beyond—and how they help bats survive in the wild. The text also looks at bat’s appearance, behavior, and the crucial role they play in nature’s ecosystems—topics covered in most elementary science curricula. Diagrams, fact boxes, colorful images encourage learning.

A healthy, thriving life begins at home. What kind of home that is depends on who—or what—you’re talking about. This text takes readers inside an ant nest, inviting them to explore the network of tunnels and chambers these amazing architects construct. The text’s information-rich content supports elementary science curricula, allowing readers to identify the relationship between an ant’s home and their social behavior, food-finding techniques, and general survival. Detailed photographs, helpful diagrams, and interesting fact boxes supplement the text’s informative yet engaging subject matter.

What really goes on inside the body of a reptile? Curious readers will find answers to that and other questions in this fascinating book. Each reptile, including animals such as the chameleon, lizard, and snake, is introduced with a brief summary explaining some basic information, followed by a simple diagram showing the animal's insides. Each diagram includes labels and captions explaining the key components of the reptile's internal structure. Colorful illustrations accompany stimulating text that will engage and excite animal lovers and other inquisitive minds.

Beetles and spiders and bees, oh my. From time to time, everyone has come across at least one of these creepy-crawly creatures, but what goes on inside their little bodies that makes them do the things they do? With the help of this clever book, readers will learn the answers to that and other questions they might have about these interesting animals. Though mostly small, the insides of these creatures' bodies are often quite complex. Simple, labeled diagrams and illustrations paired with accessible captions and text help readers understand the key workings and functions of these animals' insides.