zoology

Dolphins live in groups called pods. A pod is made up of two or more dolphins. Find out more in Dolphins, one of the titles in the Creatures of the Sea series.

Hippos spend more than 16 hours a day in the water. They can hold their breath underwater for five minutes. Find out more in Hippo, one of the titles in the Animals of Africa series. Each book in this series showcases one of Africa's most fascinating animals. Readers will learn about the animal's physical features, diet, and natural habitat as well as the challenges it faces.

A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of alligators, some of Earth's largest reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why alligators and dogs don't get along.

"A virus has taken over a production plant up in Heaven! With no time to lose, Shimoda must put heads together with the designers to make sure the threat is contained before too much real damage is done. They hatch a plan to go back in time to earlier that morning to prevent the takeover, but will their efforts be enough?!"--Back cover.

"A . . . compilation of misunderstood, underappreciated species including well-known lovable uggos, like sun bears and pugs, as well as obscure weirdos, like the star-nosed mole and the aye-aye. Each chapter is dedicated to a different ugly-cute animal and the ways in which we can learn from them"--Provided by publisher.

"This isn't your average design agency! Their assignment? Make the animals that will populate Earth to God's exacting specs! As their rejected designs pile up (literally), the team may worry that they'll never get it right, but that's often when inspiration strikes. The result might be a giraffe, a koala, or something new, weird, wonderful--and real! Welcome to the wild thing factory!"--Provided by publisher.

"With the surprises during the launch party behind them, the Design Team reels from more bizarre requests--but they're determined to meet these new challenges with their unique flair. From modeling mating rituals off rap battles to participating in wacky game shows with their prototypes, there's nothing these dedicated designers won't try!"--Provided by publisher.

The team deals with more orders from the Client and global warming.

"The arrival of the Plant Department throws the animal designers for a loop when the Client makes a joint request of the two teams. Can this hodgepodge of eccentric personalities pull off such a challenging collaboration? And with more ludicrous projects on the horizon, one designer may just be pushed over the edge...! "--Provided by publisher.

This title is an introductory look at beautiful ocelots. Readers will learn about what ocelots look like, their size, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby ocelots.