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This international bestseller that changed the way we look at wolves “opens new horizons in understanding animal nature and intelligence” (Newsday). In 1948, Farley Mowat landed in the far north of Manitoba, Canada, a young biologist sent to investigate the region’s dwindling population of caribou. Many people thought that the caribous’ conspicuous decline had been caused by the tundra’s most notorious predator: the wolf. Alone among the...
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"From the majestic Bengal tiger to the domesticated Siamese comes a meditation on cats from the bestselling author of " The Hidden Life of Dogs " and " The Social Lives of Dogs From as far back in time as the disappearance of the dinosaurs, cats have occupied an important place in our evolutionary, social, and cultural history. The family of the cat is as diverse as it is widespread, ranging from the lions, tigers, and pumas of the African and Asian...
3) Bats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
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When nighttime comes, bats fly out of trees, caves, and barns to begin their hunt. Some make high-pitched calls, and then they wait and listen. Echoes will lead them to their prey! Learn how bats sleep upside down, use sound to find prey, and more.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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All mammals share certain characteristics that set them apart from animal classes. But some mammals live on land and other mammals spend their lives in water-each is adapted to its environment. Land mammals breathe oxygen through nostrils but some marine mammals breathe through blowholes. Compare and contrast mammals that live on land to those that live in the water.
5) Skunks
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Have you ever smelled the scent of a skunk? There is a reason other animals stay away from skunks! Kids will find out why skunks smell, the physical characteristics of skunks, where they live, and what they eat to survive.
6) Mammals
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The largest animal alive is a mammal. It's the 150-ton blue whale. This whale is not only large but also loud-louder than a jet engine! Turn the pages of this book to learn about the characteristics of mammals and understand the ways in which whales, bats, and elephants are all similar.
7) Pronghorn
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Whether they are outsprinting a predator or completing the longest land-animal migration in North America, pronghorn show they were born to run. They can reach speeds of about 55 miles per hour! Learn more about these speedy animals in this educational title for young readers.
9) Weasels
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Weasels are small and furry with a face of innocent curiosity, but it's all a facade. They are bloodthirsty predators, and they'll stop at nothing to sink their teeth into prey twice their size. Kids will learn how these unexpected predators manage to survive and thrive.
11) Coyotes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Have you ever heard coyotes howl or yip? These members of the dog family can sure make noise! Children will discover what coyotes are, where they live, and how they both hunt and scavenge for food.
12) American Bison
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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American bison used to number in the millions. Large herds roamed the plains of North America. Today, thousands can still be found grazing on protected lands. Find out more about the largest land animals in North America in this informative title for young readers.
13) Opossums
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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When a predator is near, an opossum will likely do one of two things. It will try to scare the predator away by showing its sharp teeth, or it will lie very still and pretend it's dead! In this book, beginning readers will discover how these marsupials escape predators and carry their young babies in pouches.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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These little armored mammals are the only of their kind to wear protective shells. While most species are found outside the United States, the nine-banded armadillo is the only American species. Read all about these shielded creatures in this interesting title for young readers.
15) Sloths
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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As the world's slowest mammal, it is no surprise algae grow on a sloth's furry coat. These sedentary animals rarely come down from their beds in the branches. Built for the treetops, their long arms and claws make them excellent tree climbers. Emergent readers will enjoy hanging out with these sleepy sloths in this nonfiction book.
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Did you know that vultures pee on their legs to keep cool? Ever wondered how much a newborn hippo weighs? Curious to know how many mosquitoes a bat eats in one hour? Wacky, wild facts and a bright, bold design will keep struggling and reluctant readers wanting more!
17) Koalas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The koala is a symbol of Australia. This marsupial is known for chewing on leaves from the country's eucalyptus trees and for carrying its young in a pouch. Expect facts about this furry creature's physical features, diet, and habitat to interest children who pick up this book!
18) Red Pandas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A close relative of the giant panda, these dwarfed mammals claim forest habitat as home. Red pandas have an extended wrist bone that acts like a thumb, helping them climb trees where they spend the majority of their time. Climb along with these furry animals in this informational title for beginner readers.
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Few people realize how sophisticated and intelligent bats are. Merlin Tuttle knows, and he has stopped at nothing to find and protect them on every continent they inhabit. Sharing highlights from a lifetime of adventure and discovery, Tuttle takes us to the frontiers of bat research to show that frog-eating bats can identify frogs by their calls, that some bats have social sophistication similar to that of higher primates, and that bats have remarkable...
20) Armadillos
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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A shell of bony plates covers an armadillo's body. This dense "body armor" protects the animal, but it also makes swimming difficult. To avoid sinking in water, an armadillo must inflate its stomach with air! In this book, children will learn about the diet, habitat, and unique look of the armadillo.
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