Books in Animals: Life Cycles series

With this series children can explore some of the most interesting and important life cycles in the animal kingdom. With engaging language and an innovative use of design, this series makes the science behind life cycles accessible to reluctant confident readers alike.

This book explains what a life cycle is and how life cycles allow for the continuation of life. The text describes the different stages of a snail's life, including hatching from an egg, growth of its body and shell, and reproduction.

Text and photographs present the life cycle of frogs, from egg to tadpole to full-grown frog.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and stages of development of a butterfly.

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Describes the life cycle and special characteristics of the black widow spider.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and stages of development of a dog.

Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, habits, and natural environment of the ladybug.

Take a closer look at life cycles! During their lives, animals and plants change and grow. This book explains how a bean develops from a seed into a bean pod. You can also find out where bean plants are grown, and the dangers that they can face.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and stages of development of a cow.

Provides an introduction to the life cycle, physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of a plains bison.

Readers will learn how frogs reproduce and grow with photos that highlight each stage of the growth process from egg to tadpole to adulthood. Other topics covered include where frogs lay eggs, what frogs eat, and how frogs stay safe. The book ends with a frog diagram and a picture glossary.