From the experts who brought you How to Speak Dog, learn all about more than 400 different dog breeds. From dachshunds to Dalmatians and poodles to pugs, this comprehensive guide gives an overview of more than 400 different dog breeds. Each profile includes the breed's "dog stats": country of origin, size, coat color and pattern, grooming difficulty, exercise needs, and "K-9 qualities." With the help of veterinarian Dr. Gary Weitzman and dog behaviorist Amanda Kowalski, kids will also learn how to choose the right dog for them, how to take care of their new furry friend, and how to understand their behavior. Fantastic feature spreads cover dogs in popular culture, dog ancestry, how to prepare for your perfect pooch, dogs with jobs, and so much more. This comprehensive guide is perfect for dog-loving kids, and an excellent reference for families who are who are bringing home their first four-legged family member.

Sometimes big nerdiness comes in a small package--and this little book is an animal nerd''s dream! Meet animals of all kinds--from sharks and moles to orangutans and okapis-- in this quirky, jam-packed original from National Geographic Kids. If you thought you were brainy, take a look at the incredible critters in this book. Inside, you''ll find a spider that spends its whole life in a bubble and birds that build nests so big, they''re like avian apartment complexes! (And we''re just getting started!) In this little animal "Nerdlet" you''ll learn about the weirdest, coolest, most amazing creatures in the animal kingdom--and what makes them so complex. Plus, you''ll have some of your most burning animal questions answered, such as What''s the deal with crocodile tears? And you''ll meet people who get to be around animals for a living and travel to animal destinations around the world. You''ll also find personality quizzes, fun facts, animal superheroes, and even a Star Wars reference ... or two.

Sometimes big nerdiness comes in a small package--and this little book is an animal nerd''s dream! Meet animals of all kinds--from sharks and moles to orangutans and okapis-- in this quirky, jam-packed original from National Geographic Kids. If you thought you were brainy, take a look at the incredible critters in this book. Inside, you''ll find a spider that spends its whole life in a bubble and birds that build nests so big, they''re like avian apartment complexes! (And we''re just getting started!) In this little animal "Nerdlet" you''ll learn about the weirdest, coolest, most amazing creatures in the animal kingdom--and what makes them so complex. Plus, you''ll have some of your most burning animal questions answered, such as What''s the deal with crocodile tears? And you''ll meet people who get to be around animals for a living and travel to animal destinations around the world. You''ll also find personality quizzes, fun facts, animal superheroes, and even a Star Wars reference ... or two.