In the mysterious depths of the world's oceans live hugecreatures whose world we are just beginning to understand.

"Vibrant illustrations accompany information about mammals. The narrative nonfiction text is intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"

"Simple text and colorful images illustrate types of mammals, including common characteristics, diet, and life cycle"--

Describes the characteristics of mammals, and features profiles of over one hundred prehistoric mammals that lived on Earth during the time of early humans, with information on their size, variety, and fossil remains.

Simple text and illustrations reveal what came after the dinosaurs, describing such creatures as woolly mammoths, saber-toothed tigers, and prehistoric humans.

Presents different type of mammals that appear to be creepy includinganteaters, echidnas, and Tasmanian devils.

"Teaching young readers about the fastest and slowest animals in the animal kingdom. Featuring colorful photographs and fascinating facts about the featured animals' body, diet and habitat"--Provided by publisher.

This field guide highlights 100 mammals found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about the behaviors and appearance of each mammal and will be able to identify these creatures after seeing the vivid photographs and useful labels within the book. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

In the stillness of a golden September afternoon, deep in the wilderness of the Rockies, a solitary craftsman, Grady Adams, and his magnificent Irish wolfhound Merlin step from shadow into light... and into an encounter with enchantment. That night, through the trees, under the moon, a pair of singular animals will watch Grady's isolated home, waiting to make their approach. A few miles away, Camillia Rivers, a local veterinarian, begins to unravel...