mammals

Introduces young readers to how slow or fast different mammals move, and covers what they eat, where they live, and more.

Bats have a bad reputation as blood-sucking creatures of the night. But these fascinating mammals actually help people by eating insect pests and pollinating fruit trees and flowers. In this book packed with fun facts and vivid photographs, readers will learn all about the bat's amazing body, its habits and activities, and how they can help this important species survive.

Introduces various types of mammals found on Earth.

"Meet the manatee! Learn about how this underwater mammal comes to the surface to breathe. Elementary-aged readers will discover how manatees use their whiskers to search for food. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . sea creatures. A Portuguese folk tale explains how manatees are connected to mermaids"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the bighorn sheep! Learn about how this horned mammal thrives in the mountains and deserts of North America. Elementary-aged readers will discover how bighorn sheep stay safe from predators by climbing onto narrow ledges. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . mountain creatures. A folktale explains how the bighorn sheep got its curly horns"--Provided by publisher.

"Meet the slowest mammal in the world! Tree-dwelling, leaf-munching sloths are a high-interest hit for elementary animal lovers. Questions and answers encourage inquiry-based learning about sloth behavior, diet, and family life"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to elephant seals, discussing their life cycle, habitats, diet, and threats to survival.

"Roadway overpasses in Canada's Banff National Park allow bears and deer to safely cross roads. Readers also discover fish ladders and 'salmon cannons' in the U.S. Pacific Northwest, and . . . crab bridges in Australia"--Provided by publisher.

"Continuation of the Wild World series comparing big and small animal sizes"--.

"This book examines Earth's mammals, highlighting a diverse selection of 22 notable species from around the world"--Amazon.