Catalog Search Results
1) Broken pride
Author
Series
Bravelands. Original series volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 12
Language
English
Formats
Description
For generations, the animals of the African plains have followed a single rule: only kill to survive. But when an unthinkable act of betrayal shatters the peace, the fragile balance between predators and prey will rest in the paws of three unlikely heroes.
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Welcome to the amazing world of creatures who prey on others for their survival: From high-profile sharks, lions, tigers, and bears to the tiniest ants, mites, and spiders. Every animal in this book is ferocious, fierce, and fantastic in its own way! With colorful photographs and fun facts, this easy-to-use encyclopedia features profiles accompanied by Did You Know details, and fast facts (including scientific name, size, diet, and habitat), as well...
4) Predator
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text provide an introduction to the world of predators, including sharks, lions, eagles, and others that eat animals to survive.
5) Sharks and other predators: a nonfiction companion to Magic tree house, #53 : Shadow of the shark
Author
Series
Magic tree house fact trackers volume 32
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Jack and Annie came back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #53: Shadow of the shark, they had lots of questions. This book answers their -- and your -- questions about sharks!
Author
Publisher
Peachtree Publishing Company Inc
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"It is time for T. rex and his dinosaur cousins to step aside and let other mega-predators like the terror bird and the giant ripper lizard take the spotlight! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth. You'll be amazed at the size and the fierceness of these lesser-known predators, many of them ancient ancestors of animals that we still see today. tewart's cheeky, humorous voice--along...
Author
Publisher
Boyds Mills Press
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces young readers to some of the earth's largest predators including cougars, polar bears, lions and tigers, cheetah, grizzly bears, and killer whales; and examines the environmental changes that are threatening their existence.
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Get ready to learn all about some of the most powerful hunters on Earth: Sharks! You'll meet tons of different species, find out fascinating info on shark anatomy, and bite into 100 awesome shark facts in this Level 3 reader that's perfect for fluent readers."--
Author
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Meet some of the world's most impressive predators! Small creatures can make a huge impact, changing ecosystems, controlling pests, and even taking down much larger creatures. Discover the amazing lives of these voracious killers"--
13) Extreme hunters
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Come face to face with the world's top predators on this unforgettable tour of nature's deadliest and scariest hunters -- Publisher's description.
15) Crocodile
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn more about the crocodile and the special characteristics that make it such an excellent predator.
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In the sixth picture book in his Sterling gatefold series, acclaimed nature writer and illustrator Jim Arnosky introduces awe-inspiring wild predators: carnivores that survive through tooth and claw. Follow the huge paw prints of big cats like the African lion and the speedy cheetah; of massive bears like the fierce grizzly; and the grey wolf. A spectacular double gatefold plus two single foldouts present the animals up close and lifelike!"--
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."--
19) Tarantula
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn about the life, behavior, diet, and habitat of the tarantula.
Interlibrary Loan Request
Didn't find what you need? Items not owned by Des Moines Public Library can be requested from other libraries to be delivered to your local library for pickup.
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? If the item was published recently, submit a purchase suggestion. Submit Request