Books in In the Wild series

The noble stag with his magnificent antlers, the agile and fearless bighorn ram, and the vulnerable doe and fawn are some of the most evocative and inspiring creatures in the animal kingdom. DEER, ELK & MOUNTAIN GOATS live in peace and tranquility, grazing and browsing as they wander through grasslands, woodlands, and alpine forests. These amazing animals are found in widely varying habitats and are strikingly different in appearance. Meet pronghorns, gazelles, impala, bison, buffalo, and giraffes. These, as well as exotic beasts such as the oryx and the gerenuk, are shown and described in lively detail. Entertaining and informative, DEER, ELK & MOUNTAIN GOATS is just one title from the series Animals in the Wild. Anyone seeking a better understanding of the animal kingdom, especially these majestic creatures, will enjoy this book and the entire series. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Educational Videos are offered in the back through the use of QR codes, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a video relating to the book topic. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text.

GORILLAS share 99 percent of humans genetic makeupthats just part of what makes them so interesting. They eat together, and they sleep together. They live in family groups and protect each other. Gorillas have facial expressions that tell us if they are happy, sad, or upset. They laugh when they are tickled. The famous scientist Dian Fossey once even observed a 4-year-old gorilla shed tears after being rescued from poachers. Would you be surprised that a gorilla named Koko learned sign language? In this book, youll observe gorillas in their natural habitats in Africa. Youll learn about their physical characteristics and behavior and understand the greatest threats that now menace this endangered species. Entertaining and informative, GORILLAS is just one title from the series Animals in the Wild. Anyone seeking a better understanding of the animal kingdom, especially these majestic creatures, will enjoy this book and the entire series. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Educational Videos are offered in the back through the use of QR codes, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a video relating to the book topic. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text.

A book with fantastic illustrations to enjoy together as a family, to learn and teach with the little ones about the life and the adaptive intelligence expressed by these magnificent animals, admired for many cultures. Meet the bear! See where this big creature lives, find out what he eats, learn who his enemies are and how he spends his day. Enter his world with this wonderful, non-fiction picture book. The first book of a new series that safely brings wild animals into the living room. For all nature lovers ages 5 and up.

ELEPHANTS is a beautifully illustrated introduction to the nature and the life cycle of one of the Earths most majestic creatures. The largest of land mammals, the elephant is today a threatened species in some parts of the world. Trace the ancient, respected lineage of this amazing animal. Learn the traits and characteristics of both the African and the Indian elephant as they exist in the wild today. Discover how to recognize and identify the African and Indian species, the feeding and breeding practices of the Indian work elephant as well as the wild African plains elephant, the leading role of the elephant matriarch in a groups natural hierarchy, and the myth surrounding the elephant graveyard. Entertaining and informative, ELEPHANTS is just one title from the series Animals in the Wild. Anyone seeking a better understanding of the animal kingdom, especially these majestic creatures, will enjoy this book and the entire series. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Educational Videos are offered in the back through the use of QR codes, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a video relating to the book topic. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text.

Glimpse the private lives of the world's most interesting animals. Text and illustrations describe animal behavior and natural surroundings month by month and show how animal behavior and life cycles are connected to the natural world. Beautiful, full-color illustrations from internationally acclaimed wildlife artist, Susanne Riha, offer readers a chance to witness the often hidden lives of well-known creatures.

Read about lizards and learn how these reptiles are adapted to their varied environments. Find out how they find food, defend themselves, and have young, plus which ones are harmless and which require some caution if you meet them in the wild! A photo diagram in each book points out unique lizard characteristics, and all titles include table of contents, glossary, index, and further resources. This high-interest book uses striking photographs of green iguanas in the wild to highlight the unique features of these lizards. Readers will learn about their habitat, survival adaptations, and life cycle.

This informative new series provides, in a concise format, better understanding of animals and their habitats. Fascinating in its diversity, the natural world comes to life on the pages of these spectacularly illustrated volumes. Animals in the Wild covers the lives of African Wildlife, Baby Animals, Big Cats, Bears, Pandas, Wolves and much more through vibrant color images of animals living, surviving and thriving in their environments.