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Author
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Which creature is the deadliest? Is it the insect that bites, the ostrich that kicks, the snake that squeezes, or the shrew that paralyzes? Is it the most venomous, the most poisonous, or the one that infects its victims with a fatal disease? Fascinating facts and spectacular illustrations will inspire young readers to choose which creature they think is the deadliest in this newest picture book collaboration between Guiberson and Spirin.
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Elephants are the largest land animals and a favorite at the zoo. Theyre so loved its hard to imagine the gentle creatures can be very dangerous at times. In fact, theyre responsible for killing over a hundred people each year in India. This riveting book explains why such tragedies occur.
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A venomous lizard the size of a small car. A snake capable of taking down an elephant. A "monster" that sends venom into its victims while it's chewing on them. Sound like the makings of the ultimate thriller movie? It's real life. And it's just the beginning"--
"These venomous beasts are ready to attack! Sink your teeth into this book to discover how black mambas, Komodo dragons, black widows, scorpions, king cobras, and so many more use their...
Author
Publisher
Weldon Owen
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"From predatory orcas powering through the waves to green anacondas ready to deliver a deadly squeeze, this book captures a variety of dangerous animals through stunning illustrations. You'll meet charging hippos, shocking eels, venomous snails, and poisonous frogs."--
Author
Publisher
OH!, an imprint of Welbeck Children's Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
The Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can't get enough of their favorite topic. The Small and Mighty Book of Deadly Creatures is a treasure trove of dangerous animal information. Inside, readers will discover tons of original animal art, plus a wealth of fun and fascinating creature facts. From tiny insects to powerful polar bears and sperm whales bigger than a school bus, read about the dangerous...
Author
Series
Tales from Deckawoo Drive volume 2
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When she confronts a screaming raccoon that may or may not be a ghost, animal control officer Francine Poulet questions her abilities.
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books, LLC
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Presents the habitats and the dangerous behavior of various animals around the world, including the golden poison dart frog, North American porcupine, aquatic coral snake, Australian box jellyfish, and the deathstalker scorpion.
15) Deadly creatures
Author
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Introduces some of the worlds leading predators, including such predators as wolves, sharks, snakes, lions, and raptors.
Author
Publisher
Voracious/Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"100 Animals That Can F*cking Kill You is your guide to the creatures that will activate your life insurance and put and R.I.P. in front of your name"--
"A wittily informative field guide to the deadliest animals on earth. Discover the ultimate countdown to merk by animal, according to Mamadou Ndiaye, creator of the viral @mndiaye-97 TikTok account. Featuring everything from tiny bugs that can turn you into a hashtag to animals so massive they can...
Author
Series
Publisher
Bright Idea Books, an imprint of Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Do you love animals? Do you enjoy making sure animals and people are safe? Read this book to learn about becoming an animal control officer.
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