animal ecology

"Life isn't always easy, but some organisms take hard living to the extreme... looks at organisms living in the weirdest of ways: swimming miles deep in the ocean, freezing on icy mountaintops, boiling in hot springs, or even floating in space. You'll also find critters bigger, smaller, softer, longer, and stretchier than you ever thought possible. Whether it's nature's slimiest organizations or the weirdest mutations... celebrates survival of the fittest, grossest, craziest, and creepiest things in nature, proving once and for all that life in the wild is anything but ordinary."--.

"From slowing wildfires to planting seeds, one animal is the true superhero that keeps the African savanna in balance. Elephants dig to find salt that other animals lick, their deep footprints collect water for small creatures to drink, and they eat young trees to keep the forest from overtaking the grasslands. In every season, the elephants are there to protect the savanna and its residents--but what would happen if the elephants were only "once upon a time"? Read along to discover the important role this keystone species plays in the savanna and explore what would happen if the elephants vanished"--Provided by publisher.

Takes a close look at what we dislike about each of 10 unpopular animals, and then presents the flip side: these very same animals are often smart, helpful to humans and the environment, or inspiring to scientists.

Discusses how bees help us see the effects of climate change, pollution, and habitat destruction.

"Interesting facts, colorful photographs, and simple text introduce readers to the world's hardest working animals"--Provided by publisher.

Brothers Martin and Chris use their animal abilities along with their new power suits to rescue their animal friends from around the world and learn about how animals use science in their natural lives.

By shining a light behind some of the pages, readers can see hidden wonders of a habitat, from worms wriggling among roots to birds nesting high in branches.

Brothers Martin and Chris use their amazing animal abilities along with their new power suits to rescue their animal friends from around the world.

Brothers Martin and Chris use their animal abilities along with their new power suits to rescue marine animals and learn how they use science in their natural lives.

A teacher's guide to character education through analogies, featuring key words, stories, discussion questions, and activities. Includes CD-ROM.