The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to Africa where they meet up with wonderful wild animals, a very hungry warrior, and where they even solve a riddle.

In the aftermath of the Big Growl that destroyed their city, Bella and the Leashed Dogs have finally settled in the forest where there is plenty of clean water and prey. But a fierce Pack of Wild Dogs has laid claim to the land, and their menacing Alpha will stop at nothing to ensure that it is his alone. Lucky has taught the Leashed Dogs much about survival since they lost their longpaws, and they refuse to back down. Bella hatches an intricate...

"An introduction to the world's animals, including information about biology, habitats, and specific animals. Features include drawings, diagrams, photographs, and activities"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn all about big cats with award-winning science writer Seymour Simon in this new, updated edition filled with full-color photographs of lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, pumas, cheetahs, and snow leopards."--Dust jacket.

Colorful illustrations and simple text describe the many characteristics of butterflies.

"Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this elegant introduction to the many uses of feathers."--

Introduces the animal kingdom, showing and describing the main groups of animals and discussing their anatomy, habitats, reproduction, and classification.

“. . . includes some stunning images of Mexican and less-well-known Texas species . . . the authors have provided a unique and elegant publication that is truly an important contribution to Texas ornithology.” —Great Plains Research “Everyone interested in Texas birds must have the Handbook of Texas Birds, a marvelous book. It is full of up-to-date information about Texas birds that cannot be found in one place anywhere else. [The annotations]...

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and environment of snakes.