Animal Classes

Who loves fish?! Curious kids who love the ocean, lakes, and rivers! Kids love to ask questions! What makes a fish a FISH? Is a shark a fish? Is a whale a fish? Are all creatures that live in water, fish? Bucky and Bingo the dog are buddies who LOVE fishy things. When they have questions about nature, they go back to the magic mystery book to find answers. Exploration, adventure, and marine life galore - every little curious kid's dream!

Members of the insect class often get a bad rap. People swat at them, stomp on them, and go to great lengths to repel them. Though some insects are pests that spread disease, many are actually helpers, pollinating plants and eating other insects that wreak havoc. Investigate the world of insects and discover that many are a class act!

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.

Underwater, a large, lively community of unique animals thrives. Many of these animals belong to the fish class. There are colorful clownfish, lurking sharks, and silly sea horses. There are fish named after lions, tigers, elephants, and other wild animals. Swim your way through basic information about fish in this introductory title.

Some animals lead a double life. First, they pose as aquatic creatures, breathing through gills and using tails to maneuver underwater. Then they exchange these features for legs and lungs to live on land. Learn about frogs, toads, salamanders, and the other amphibians known for their dual lifestyle.

Compare a hummingbird and an ostrich; the differences are striking! One is tiny and hovers in the air like a helicopter. The other is massive and stays grounded, sprinting rather than flying. Though opposite in many ways, hummingbirds and ostriches share features such as feathers and wings that mean they are both birds. Discover how all birds are alike in this informative title.

Dinosaurs, the world's most notorious reptiles, became extinct a long time ago. However, their cold-blooded, scaly reptile relatives still creep around today. While people no longer have to fear the teeth of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, they still encounter the jaws of alligators, crocodiles, and snakes. Explore the reptile realm in this book for beginning readers.