Books in First Books Animals series

An introduction to the various species of fish called piranhas, discussing their reputation as killers, their physical characteristics and habits, and their suitability as pets

Dramatic photographs, charming illustrations and informative text give children essential first facts about the animal kingdom. Simple text explains how animals live, eat and tend to their young. A short quiz in the back of each book lets children test their new animal knowledge.

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An introduction to various species of electric fish, particularly the electric eel, explaining how they generate and discharge electricity

Do whales have paws Find the answer to this and much more in this book all about animal's body parts

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of cockroaches and discusses some of the different kinds

Distinguishes saltwater from freshwater angelfish, describes the latter, and suggests how to care for this popular pet in a home aquarium

Discusses many kinds of tropical fish and explains the basics of fish care

Describes such animals as the polar bear, ringed seal, caribou, arctic hare, and wolverine and the ways they have adapted to life in the frigid arctic regions

Simply describes how to keep ladybugs, millipedes, crickets, and ants as pets

An introduction to various species of electric fish, particularly the electric eel, explaining how they generate and discharge electricity

Simply describes how to keep ladybugs, millipedes, crickets, and ants as pets