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Mongooses are nothing if not tenacious. These creative hunters whack bird eggs against hard surfaces to get at the meal within. TheyÕll even grapple with venomous snakes, waiting patiently for the chance at a fatal counterattack. Discover the quick reflexes and crafty methods of the mongoose in this fun book for new readers.
Honey badgers never learned to pick on animals their own size. TheyÕll confront everything from cobras to lions, and their reckless confidence is enough to spook any foe. Read this book to find out what happens when opponents have the nerve to fight back!
Orangutans spend much of their time in quiet solitude. That is, unless theyÕve just given birth. Babies spend several years with their mother, clinging to her back as she swings from branch to branch in search of food. Learn more about the orangutanÕs treetop life in this fact-filled title.
With the look of a pig-size beaver, it is not readily apparent that the water-loving capybara is actually a rodentÑthe largest, in fact! For this hairy mammal, the water is a source of food, safety, and comfort. See why the capybara sets up camp near rivers, ponds, and lakes in this informative book for beginning readers.
Aardvarks specialize in pest control. The hard shell of a termite home is no match against the spade-like claws of the aardvark. Once their walls have been breached, the termites have little hope of dodging the aardvarkÕs sticky foot-long tongue. Learn how these exterminators do their job in this fun title for new readers.
Two sections of EarthÕs crust meet to form the Great Rift Valley in the middle of Ethiopia. Bordering the valley are some of AfricaÕs most expansive highland areas, lending Ethiopia the nickname, Òthe roof of Africa.Ó Discover the diversity of landscapes, people, and wildlife in this informative title for young readers.
The male peacockÕs brilliance lies in his train of feathers. When he finds a potential mate, he fans out his train to impress her with his bright and shiny plumage. As far as females are concerned, the flashier the better! Young readers will be fascinated by the showy way of the male peacock.
Though most members of the feline family are known to be leery of water, this big cat seeks it out! Jaguars know that rivers are stocked with fish, turtles, and other tasty prey. This exciting title introduces young readers to the unique look and lifestyle of the jaguar.
Here's help in selecting current, nonfiction books that will get boys excited about reading. Enticing boys to read is still a hot topic. With chapters like "Disasters and Mysteries," "Gross and Disgusting," "Machines and the Military," and "Prehistoric Creatures," Gotcha Again for Guys!: More Nonfiction Books to Get Boys Excited about Reading is a treasure trove of recent nonfiction books that will interest boys in grades 3-8. This sixth entry in Baxter and Kochel's Gotcha series covers books published between 2007 and 2009, with a few oldies-but-goodies also included. The book is organized into 12 thematic chapters, each of which offers booktalks for a select number of titles, followed by a list of other high-interest, well-reviewed titles that correspond with the chapter's topic. Features new to this volume include numerous booklists to be copied and saved, as well as profiles of new and innovative nonfiction authors writing for this age group. In addition, the book features interviews with seven male authors of nonfiction books for boys.
At a glance, sea otters seem to have a laid-back approach to life. Look closer and youÕll find that they tackle all kinds of tasks on their backs, like nursing their young or cracking shellfish for dinner. Young learners will discover how these water loungers stay so comfortable in their chilly waterbeds.