Stewart, Melissa

Examines the nature of volcanoes, how they are formed, what they look like, and how they are measured.

Describes the destruction caused by earthquakes, including survival stories, and explains how the strength and size of earthquakes are measured.

"Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this introduction to the many uses of feathers"--Amazon.com.

Looks at dolphins as wild mammals and discusses the need to preserve their natural environment.

A look at the behaviors of a variety of animals, such as shrews, armadillos, naked mole rats, and okapi.

"This book sheds a surprising light on how seashells--the hard, protective outer layer that mollusks inhabit--serve tremendous purpose. This large group of marine animals needs shells for protection, feeding, transportation, anchorage, and more"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an overview of how muscles and bones work together to help humans and animals move their bodies.

Superhero and comic book force? Sure, but also a real-life animal! Find out how fierce wolverines, who are expert survivors, can be even more fantastic than those in movies and graphic novels.

Information and pictures of predatory animals for young children.