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Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Get ready to sink your teeth into more epic animal matchups in this exciting sequel to Animal Smackdown, where even more awesome creature contenders go head-to-head to see who reigns supreme! A great white shark vs. a saltwater crocodile battling it out for fiercest predator? An elephant vs. a bottlenose dolphin in a battle of smarts? An arctic fox vs. a sea otter getting into fisticuffs for fluffiest critter? Wait till you get the 360-degree lowdown...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"What distinguishes a mandarin orange from a clementine, an iris from a pupil, a tornado from a cyclone, and a bee from a wasp? The difference is in the details! This content-rich illustrated extravaganza distills the distinctions between an impressive collection of pairs from animals to food to geography and more offering enlightening trivia, amusing tidbits, and unforgettable facts in a highly browsable format. Young readers can dip in quickly to...
63) Record breakers!
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Record Breakers brings you the first, fastest, longest, largest, biggest, and best records in the world. Track the longest shark migration (20,000 km/12,400 miles); visit the coolest place on the planet (Vostok Station, Antarctica: a chilling -89.2ðC/-128.6ðF); see how plane pioneer Chuck Yeager first broke the sound barrier, and much more. The greatest human achievements are showcased, from pioneering inventors to modern feats of engineering, technology,...
Author
Series
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Animal Planet meets Captain Underpants in the ickiest, squickiest, most fart-filled World of Weird Animals book yet, from the creators of Pink Is for Blobfish. The creators of Pink Is for Blobfish are back, and they've brought 17 of their most revolting friends: there are slippery, slimy snot otters, gulls that projectile-vomit on command, fish that communicate via flatulence, and chipmunks that cultivate healthy forests by pooping a trail of seeds...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Introduces some of the world's most unusual creatures, including an animal that can be found at the top of Mount Everest, under the sea, and in everyday yards; a creature with cube-shaped scat; and an animal that disguises itself as a crab.
Author
Publisher
Falcon, an imprint of Globe Pequot
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Nature is filled with animals. Whether you go exploring in your own backyard or like to climb mountaintops, you're sure to encounter birds, insects, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and all kinds of amazing mammals along the way. But did you know that a queen bee can lay up to 1,000 eggs in a day? Or that huge, dinosaur-like dragonflies used to exist? Organized in a see, learn, do format, The Kids' Ultimate Animal Adventure Book first lays the groundwork...
Author
Publisher
Owlkids Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Hummingbirds and giraffes, sharks and snails, meerkats and bees ... at first glance, these pairings may seem as different as, well, hummingbirds and giraffes, sharks and snails, meerkats and bees. But guess what? Hummingbirds and giraffes are both hummers, sharks and snails both have mouths full of thousands of sharp teeth, and meerkats and bees are both huggers. - That's just 3 of the 8 unexpected animal pairs readers will discover in this informative...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Introducing The Bedtime Book of Animals, a must-have animal reference book for all early readers who are keen to explore animals from all over the globe. Turn each page to find out more about a wide variety of animals, from teeny-tiny insects to gigantic elephants and whales. The Bedtime Book of Animals showcases creatures from each of the core animal groups (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates) in six dedicated chapters....
Author
Publisher
Greystone Kids
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From a bestselling illustrator, this utterly unique comic-style book for kids 4 to 8 explores super-small creatures with astounding abilities. Did you know that some of the smallest creatures on Earth have real-life superpowers? The minute oribatid mite can lift more than 1,000 times its own weight. A tiny type of salamander (called an axolotl) can regrow body parts. And the almost microscopic tardigrade? It can survive practically anywhere, even...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Information about different animals and how they would match up, for children"--
"Jump into the ring to see which creatures earn their stripes in head-to-head matchups. Who will be crowned the next champion? Wolverines and weasels battle it out for nastiest reputation. Chameleons and cuttlefish vie for the most colorful crown. Scorpions and jellyfish make their case as the venom victor. But wait till you get the 360-degree lowdown on these awesome...
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Los animales pueden hacer cosas asombrosas con sus oídos, ojos, bocas, narices, patas y colas. Algunas de las habilidades se destacan en este libro interactivo de adivinanzas. ¿Qué pájaro tiene las patas azules y qué hace con ellas de especial?
Animals can do amazing things with their ears, eyes, mouths, noses, feet, and tails. Some of the skills are highlighted in this interactive guessing book. What bird has blue feet and what does he do with...
Author
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Children's Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Fifty fantastic creatures are awarded prizes to celebrate their most dazzling talents and some unusual skills. Roll up, roll up! The Animal Awards are about to begin. Who will win the Terrific Teeth Award? Who will claim the title of Most Smelly? Who will win the prize for Best at Pretending To Be A Plant? Celebrate with 50 brilliant animals from around the world who represent nature's rich tapestry."-- provided by publisher.
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
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Be prepared with all the facts you need to identify these commonly confused animals! How do you tell the difference between a llama and an alpaca? What really makes a crocodile different to an alligator? Is that a leopard, a cheetah or a jaguar? What's the Difference? Animals covers over sixty different regularly confused animals and discusses the similarities and differences about each of them. Fact files, vibrant photographs and an answer to the...
Author
Series
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"How many species are there across the globe? How much do all of the insects in the world collectively weigh? How far can animals travel? Steve Jenkins answers these questions and many more with numbers, images, innovation, and authoritative science in his latest work of illustrated nonfiction. Jenkins layers his signature cut-paper illustrations alongside computer graphics and a text that is teeming with fresh, unexpected, and accurate zoological...
79) Hello, Bear!
Author
Publisher
Templar Books, an imprint of Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Little ones will love meeting all kinds of friendly woodland creatures in this delightful lift-the-flap book. Sam Boughton's vibrant illustrations bring facts to life with deft humor and memorable comparisons. With big flaps to lift and a fantastic double gatefold on the final spread, this book is sure to please young wilderness lovers!--
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