dangerous animals

When it comes to size, great white sharks and elephants are relatively similar-but if pitted against each other in battle, would this matter? Readers of this innovative volume follow along with a battle of these big beasts to find out! Along the way, they learn about factors such as adaptations, strength, and speed. At the end, readers will be able to use the information they've absorbed to make an educated guess about who they think would win the fight. Eye-catching photographs and a high-interest topic engage even reluctant readers, while accessible text supports key elementary science concepts.

Imagine a battle between a bird and a rhinoceros. It might seem obvious that the rhinoceros would triumph. But the outcome isn't so clear when the bird in question is a cassowary-a large, heavy creature with a reputation as the world's deadliest bird. Young readers will thrill at the knowledge they uncover as they try to figure out which of these fascinating animals might prove victorious if they were to confront each other. Age-appropriate text addresses important science concepts, while vibrant images enliven the text. Photo captions and striking statistics enrich the accessible information.

"When she confronts a screaming raccoon that may or may not be a ghost, animal control officer Francine Poulet questions her abilities"--OCLC.

"This book describes how a scorpion uses its tail to sting and paralyze prey--or people!"--Provided by publisher.

"Reptiles crawl, jump, and slither all over. Around some of them, you need to use caution. Others are harmless or even helpful. Do you know which is which? Explore the animal kingdom and find out which of these reptiles are dangerous... or not!"--Provided by publisher.

"Fish swim, leap, and splash all over. Around some of them, you need to use caution. Others are harmless or even helpful. Do you know which is which? Explore the animal kingdom and find out which of these fish are dangerous... or not!"--Provided by publisher.

Provides facts about twelve deadly animals species, including sharks, snakes, jellyfish, spiders, and more.

A conflict between two herbivores might not sound like much of a battle. But when those plant eaters are powerful animals like a kangaroo and a gorilla, one can envision a real clash. Discoveries about the lives of these animals will enthrall young readers as they try to guess which might triumph in an imaginary encounter between the two. Accessible text, including stunning statistics, highlights important science concepts, while powerful images bring the information to life.

"A hungry polar bear is one of the most dangerous animals you will meet. A marine mammal, it hunts mostly seals on the sea ice in the Arctic. Read all about their . . . sense of smell, their giant paws, and razor-sharp claws that rip easily through prey"--Provided by publisher.

"Killer bees were created by humans who were trying to make a more efficient bee for making honey. The new bee they made would swarm and attack intruders in great numbers. Read all about this aggressive bee and its gradual spread north in North America"--Provided by publisher.