Frank Carlson Library

Equipped to survive the frigid arctic tundra, polar bears are powerful swimmers and agile hunters. Learn about the lives of these incredible mammals and how they manage to stay at the top of the food chain in their wintry habitat. Discover how threats such as global warming and oil spills pose a danger to them, and find out the role people play in enabling their survival. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics...

As individual as human beings, baboons have amazingly different personalities and appearances. Traveling in troops, they are frequently studied by scientists and reviled by farmers who consider them a threat to their crops. Young readers receive a broad overview of how these monkeys live, their place in the animal kingdom, and the role human beings play in ensuring their continued survival in the wild. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating...

Zebras are so much more than horses with stripes! Follow along as a herd migrates in search of food--learning lots of zebra facts along the way. From physical characteristics and behaviors to stallion-led social structures, discover lots of information on these interesting animals inside. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's...

Follow Gira, a mother chimpanzee, and her son Gando as they go about their lives in Africa's Tai Forest National Park. You'll learn about chimpanzee behavior, basic physical characteristics, and even conservation information in this interesting and fact-filled book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural...

From the frozen Arctic to the steamiest forest, foxes can adapt to just about any environment. Discover more about these clever nocturnal canines in this informative book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural history. This series also teaches children the pivotal role humans play in ensuring these creatures'...

Elephants fascinate humans because of their size, tusks, trunks, ears, and skin. But there is so much more to these majestic creatures than appearance. Learn about elephant behavior, habitats, and even conservation efforts inside this fact-filled book. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and behavioral characteristics of a diverse sampling of animals and offers a detailed account of each animal's habitat and natural history. This...

Bees are busy insects! Whether they're searching for nectar or protecting their hive, bees are interesting creatures. This book introduces young readers to all aspects of bee life, from the flower-locating 'waggle dance' to dangerous 'killer' bees. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well...

There are more species of beetles than any other kind of insect on Earth. It's no surprise, then, that these insects play major roles in the environment. They are Mother Nature's recyclers, trash removers, and dung disposers. Learn more about beetles in this interesting book. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures'...

Deadly and mysterious, cobras both terrify and intrigue us. Young readers receive a broad overview of how these snakes live, their place in the animal kingdom, and their often complicated relationship with human beings. Colorful pictures and informative text teach kids to respect-and not fear-nature's more misunderstood inhabitants. Kids love scaly, slithery reptiles! Using up-close, colorful photographs and engaging text, The World of Reptiles provides...

With such a scary name, dragonflies are often misunderstood. This book presents lots of great information on dragonflies, from migration patterns and flying speeds to their role as natural insect-pest controllers. The World of Insects series reveals the intriguing physical characteristics and behavior of some of our best-known insects. Each volume provides details about these creatures' habits and habitats as well as insights into their relationships...