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Animal Babies

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In 26 giant photographs-of a roaring grizzly, a piranha’s razor-sharp teeth, a rattlesnake’s poisonous fangs- Seymour Simon reveals the truth about nature’s most misunderstood animals and lets the reader decide what to really think about nature’s grossest, fiercest, and most fascinating survivors. ... Read more

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In defense of misunderstood animals
I really love the concept behind "Animals Nobody Loves," which combines an easy-to-read text by Seymour Simon with a wealth of full-color photographs. In his introduction, Simon notes, "Animals are not bad or evil. They do what they must in order to survive," This educational book focuses on various animals that have been unfairly feared or hated throughout human history.

Animals covered in the book include sharks, bats, grizzly bears, cobras, vultures, and many more, including two of my personal favorite misunderstood creatures: the rat and the hyena. As the book progresses Simon generally sheds some light on the myths surrounding each creature. The photographs are striking, although 2 or 3 may be a bit gory for some readers. Overall, a good book. ... Read more

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Superb
I am very happy to see that this book has been reprinted. I have two copies from the mid-70's, well-thumbed and dog-eared from being read so often. What the authors have to say about the way perception affects the world that we and other animals perceive, and how they say it, is timeless. To be read and enoyed by everyone, from ages 10 and up. ... Read more

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Marsupials are the only mammals that have a pouch on their body in which they carry their young. Most of these amazing animals live in Australia, where they have adapted to the harsh conditions of life in the outback. In What is a Marsupial children will learn astounding facts about marsupials, including: ¥the important differences between marsupials and placentals ¥how kangaroos, koalas, wombats, Tasmanian devils, opossums, and bilbies are related ¥how marsupials reproduce and raise their young ¥the ways in which they hunt and feed ¥why some marsupials are in danger ... Read more

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In the animal world, the easiest way to avoid being eaten is to avoid being seen. What are Camouflage and Mimicry? examines animals that use unique colorization and patterns to avoid predators-or to sneak up on prey! Some are virtually impossible to see. ... Read more

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Certain sea slugs have developed a remarkable defensive adaptation-they can use the stinging cells of the sea anemones they eat to protect themselves. Whether adapting over millions of years or in the blink of an eye, How Do Animals Adapt? examines the ever-changing world of animals.Children will thrill at discovering: ¥why animals need to adapt ¥animals that can "see" using sounds ¥how animals use camouflage and mimicry to protect themselves ¥how wild animals have adapted to habitat loss and learned to live in cities ... Read more

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another standout book in this series
This is a fantastic series of books. Each book is a gem to read on it's own, but as a series it's a great index of information on animals for kids. The author of this book really knows how to write for children, she writes intelligently, simply and without the slightest hint of condescension. A gem, buy it for your kid and let them understand the animal kingdom. ... Read more

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Great beginning reader book
I read this with my 8 year old. The words were easy and lots of facts. My son loved it. Much cheaper in paper back. I would love to get the enire "Life Cycle" series. ... Read more

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The continent of South America is home to an incredible variety of wildlife.

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A celebration of wildlife
Caroline Arnold's "South American Animals" is a great way to introduce children to the amazing wildlife of this vast continent. Although the book's length of 48 pages limits the amount of information that the author can share, the straightforward text and beautiful full-color photographs make this book a good addition to the family library.

The animals discussed in the book are grouped according to four geographic regions: forests, mountains, grasslands, and the water's edge. The species pictured include the toucan, the spider monkey, the guanaco, and many more. The book is full of stunning images: the colorful coils of the emerald tree boa, the predatory beauty of the jaguar, the majesty of the Andean condor in flight. Read the book and marvel at the wonders of nature. ... Read more

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From the woolly monkey to the woolly bear, from the blue-tongued skink to the blue marlin, there's so much to discover in an animal's name. An animal's name can tell you where the animal is from, like the African elephant.Its name can also tell you what the animal eats, like the rat snake, or what it looks like, such as the walking stick, or even what it sounds like, such as the whooping crane or the howler monkey.

In this celebration of the natural world, Keith DuQuette uses simplelanguage and stunning illustrations to show us the amazing members of the animal kingdom who embody the evocative names we give them. ... Read more