Henry Carter Hull

Explores the physical and behavioral characteristics of baboons, examines their habitat and natural history, and discusses the role of humans in ensuring the continued survival of the species.

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...

A fact-filled look at one of Earth's most feared hunters--the lion. Learn about their habitats, their social structures, and even conservation efforts 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 habitat and natural history. This series also teaches children the pivotal role humans play in ensuring these creatures' continued...

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...

Long-necked and of incredible stature, giraffes are a magnificent addition to the African landscape. Discover the defining characteristics of various species, as well information related to diet, anatomy, and behavior. Learn how hunting and habitat loss have affected these 'sentries of the savanna,' and read about the steps that are being taken to secure their future in the world of mammals. The World of Mammals reveals the fascinating physical and...

From Texas to Australia to the deepest jungles of South America, bats are everywhere! Learn about these fascinating creatures of the night, from their eating habits to echolocation to conservation, 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...

Describes the dragonfly's life cycle, different kinds of dragonflies, their relationship with humans, and the roles they have played in various cultures around the world.

Describes the grasshopper's life cycle, different kinds of grasshopper, their relationship with humans, and the roles they have played in various cultures around the world.

Luckily for most people who share their habitat, rattlesnakes typically give an audible warning before they strike. Kids receive an overview of where these snakes live, various species, and their often complicated relationship with human beings. Vivid photographs and engaging text introduce young readers to rattlesnakes and their role in the animal kingdom. Kids love scaly, slithery reptiles! Using up-close, colorful photographs and engaging text,...

Plodding past budding cactuses and through dry heat, desert tortoises may appear slow and ungainly. But these remarkable creatures are able to survive savage temperatures and a brutal landscape. Young readers discover how adaptable desert tortoises are and examine their intriguing relationship with both the environment and mankind. Kids love scaly, slithery reptiles! Using up-close, colorful photographs and engaging text, The World of Reptiles provides...