Machotka, Hana

Describes different kinds of tails and how they are used by such animals as peacocks, dogs, monkeys, and beavers.

Explores how the outside coverings of animals protect them from enemies, the elements, germs, and drying out.

Examines the noses of a variety of different animals and describes how they function.

Briefly surveys the history of circuses and describes the growth, rehearsals, performances, and personnel of the successful one-ring circus known as the Big Apple Circus.

Depicts a trip to the Tutta Pasta factory in New York City.

Describes the function of a petting zoo and the kinds of animals that are found there.

Describes the foot of a swan, seal, rabbit, goat, cat, camel, and elephant, and explains how the distinctive design of each helps the animal survive in its environment.