First Encyclopedia Of Animals

Description

How does a whale breathe? How does a snake see in the dark? Why do zebras have stripes? This fascinating book has all the answers and more. Simple, easy-to-read text, detailed illustrations and extraordinary wildlife photography introduce children to the wonders of the animal kingdom. Links to exciting recommended websites make this a fantastic resource for use at home or school.

Chapters in this book include
– Animal world

Mammals
– Mammals
– What’s for dinner?
– Night mammals
– Hide and seek
– Escaping from enemies
– Living together
– Baby mammals
– Sea mammals

Birds
– Bird life
– Colours
– In the air
– Bodies and beaks
– Nests and chicks

Reptiles
– Reptile life
– Snap and grab
– Special senses
– Reptile defences
– Young reptiles

Amphibians

Creepy-crawlies
– Creepy-crawlies
– Baby bugs
– Bug food
– Colours and tricks
– Butterflies

Water life
– Living in the sea
– Baby fish
– Sea hunters
– Sea monsters
– Coral reefs