Below is a list of 4 the books by this author.
Explore the world of birds with this magnificently illustrated atlas. Which bird migrates the farthest? How do birds find a mate? What can we do... [Read More]
Explore the world of birds with this magnificently illustrated atlas. Which bird migrates the farthest? How do birds find a mate? What can we do to help endangered birds? Fully updated for its 25th anniversary, The Bird Atlas answers all these questions and more. This lavishly illustrated atlas for children is not your average guide to birds. It takes children on a tour, continent by continent, to meet the birds of the world. Within each section, the book travels through different biomes, such as mountains, deserts, and rivers; and specific regions, from the Mediterranean to the Everglades, Galapagos, and Himalayas. Every continent is introduced with an overview of the ecology, climate, and landscape, and the typical and record-breaking birds that live there. The book also explains the anatomy of a bird, traces migration routes, and highlights endangered species, providing a complete introduction to our feathered friends that will fascinate every budding ornithologist.
Learn about 36 amazing animals that once shared our planet in this beautifully illustrated reference book, filled with fascinating facts. The... [Read More]
Learn about 36 amazing animals that once shared our planet in this beautifully illustrated reference book, filled with fascinating facts. The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals explores some of the most captivating creatures to have once shared our planet. From the giant moa and the dodo to the black rhino and the Pinta Island tortoise, the animals in The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals book have all disappeared due to the actions of humankind. The animals’ stories demonstrate the fragility of life on Earth, and inspire young readers to take action to protect the environment and preserve endangered animals. 36 EXTINCT ANIMALS: Learn about dozens of animals, from the giant moa to the dodo to the black rhino. STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS: Vibrant, detailed images vividly bring long-lost and recently extinct animal species back to life. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts about dozens of animals. ENVIRONMENTAL EMPHASIS: Encourages young readers to help protect threatened species. MAP OF THE ANIMAL WORLD: Includes a beautiful full-color map that shows where in the world each animal called home. COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Insects and Spiders, and more!
Dive into the oceans of the world and get up close to 36 amazing sharks. The Magnificent Book of Sharks takes you across open waters, into coastal... [Read More]
Dive into the oceans of the world and get up close to 36 amazing sharks. The Magnificent Book of Sharks takes you across open waters, into coastal seas, through warm tropical reefs, and deep into the murky ocean depths where sharks live. From the tiny pygmy shark to the massive whale shark, The Magnificent Book of Sharks depicts some of the ocean’s most incredible creatures in stunning and accurate, original illustrations. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration. Find out why the lantern shark glows in the dark, how the epaulette shark “walks” on land, and which senses sharks use to find their prey. Discover hundreds of fascinating facts about sharks in this gorgeous reference that you will revisit again and again. 36 DIFFERENT SHARKS: Learn about dozens of sharks, from the great white to the tasselled wobbegong. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring the sharks to life. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall animal lovers of all ages. MAP OF THE SHARK WORLD: Includes a beautiful, full-color map that shows where in the world each shark species lives. COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, and The Magnificent Book of Birds.
"If you think all babies are cute, think again! There are disgusting and dreadful stages in the life cycles of many different animals. From... [Read More]
"If you think all babies are cute, think again! There are disgusting and dreadful stages in the life cycles of many different animals. From tadpoles that eat one another to bloodthirsty bugs, this amazing book describes the gross beginnings of animals that crawl, swim, or fly. Get your hands dirty, too, with some easy (and painless!) experiments."--