Animals of the Grasslands
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Deadly Rhinoceroses
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Two species of rhinoceroses live in Africa: the white rhinoceros and the black rhinoceros. However, both are actually gray. They can run very fast and are some of the largest land mammals in the world. Your readers will learn about where these huge, horned creatures live, what they look like, what they eat, and how they behave. They'll be ready to go on a safari and identify African rhinos in the wild.
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Pronghorn
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Bounding across the Great Plains at up to 53 miles (85 kilometers) per hour, pronghorn are grassland survivors! The hearts and lungs of these speedsters are specially adapted to keep them on the run. Young readers will learn how this and other adaptations
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Wandering Wildebeests
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Wildebeests aren't nearly as threatening as their name might make them seem. Far more threatening animals such as lions and cheetahs prey on the wildebeest. These herd animals embark on lengthy migrations to find food and water. Your young explorers will learn what these amazing creatures look like, what they eat, the different kinds of wildebeests, and much more on their journey of discovery.
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Prairie Dogs
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Loud barks carry across the grasslands. A predator is near! Prairie dogs rush into their burrows at the call. This low-level text shows how behaviors like these help prairie dogs survive in the grasslands biome. Features such as a diet graphic, a range ma
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Rhinoceroses
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
With their tough skin and long horns, rhinoceroses are armed and ready to survive the grasslands! This low-level title examines how rhinos are uniquely suited for the grasslands of Africa, from their body parts to their behaviors. Features such as a diet
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Awesome Ostriches
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
The ostrich is the largest bird on Earth. These flightless birds have short wings, but they can run extremely fast at up to 43 miles per hour. Their strong legs are powerful enough to kill large predators. Your avid explorers will learn intriguing facts about these grassland-dwelling birds. Where do they live? What do they eat? How big are their eggs? This book answers these questions and more. Age-appropriate text and attention-grabbing photographs make this book perfect for budding readers.
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Giant Giraffes
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
The giraffe is the tallest mammal on Earth as it can grow up to 19 feet tall. Giraffes, with their unique markings and long necks, are some of Africa's most easily recognized animals. With this exciting book, readers will learn what makes males and females different, how these tall animals drink and eat, how giraffes behave, and many other interesting facts. The accessible narrative is perfect for young readers.
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Powerful Lions
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Lions are powerful grassland hunters. They're the only cats that live in groups, which are called prides. The males ward off intruders, but the females do most of the hunting. Young explorers will learn about key differences in how male and female lions live and behave, pride structure, what lions eat, and other lion traits and behaviors. Eye-catching photographs grab attention while age-appropriate language appeals to young readers.
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Kangaroos
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
From licking their forearms to lying in the shade, kangaroos have ways of staying cool in the hot Outback. This title for beginning readers shows how these marsupials have adapted to their grassland home through body parts and behaviors.
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Hyenas
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Hyenas have large hearts that make them perfect endurance athletes for covering large stretches of land. This is a key adaptation in the grasslands! This title uses simple text and features including maps and status charts to explain the adaptations of these giggling mammals. Young readers will learn that there is so much more to these misunderstood animals than the movies show!
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African Elephants
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Water can be hard to find on African savannas. Luckily, African elephants have unique ways to stay cool and hydrated with their wrinkly skin and throat pouches! In this title, simple text helps young readers explore all the ways these elephants have adapted to their dry biome. Special features showing range, conservation status, and diet visually support the text to aid in learning and comprehension.
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Zebras
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Zebras' stripes don't just look fancy--they help zebras survive their grassland habitat! The unique patterns of the stripes help keep dangerous flies away. In this title, low-level text and special features on diet and physical characteristics explain the special adaptations zebras have to make the African savanna their perfect home.
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African Lions
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
African lions easily sneak through the savannas of Africa thanks to the camouflage of their tan fur. Engaging text covers this and other attributes that have made lions top grassland predators, with features showing major adaptations, range, and diet. Beginning readers can learn just how lions survive under the hot African sun in this fact-filled title.
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Hungry Hyenas
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Hyenas are known for being scavengers. However, they also live and hunt in groups called clans and kill their own prey. With this informative book, readers will learn why hyenas "laugh" and how they hunt. They'll also learn about the threats to these amazing creatures. Color photographs help readers comprehend the new information presented in the narrative. They'll be ready to laugh and hunt along with the hungry hyenas of the African grasslands.
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Speedy Cheetahs
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
The cheetah is the world's fastest land mammal. They can accelerate faster than most cars. These spotted animals are some of the most easily recognized animals. Cheetahs are built for the chase. Young readers will learn about what makes the cheetah such a fierce predator, what cheetahs eat, how many cubs they have, how long they live, and many other facts. Get your readers ready to hunt beside the speedy cheetah.
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Burrowing Meerkats
by Theresa Emminizer
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Meerkats are a common sight in the grasslands of Africa. These members of the mongoose family work together to stay safe from predators such as hawks and eagles. Their lookouts keep watch while the others forage for food. Meerkats have a complex system of interconnected burrows, which keeps them cool during hot African days. Your readers will learn these facts, and they'll learn what meerkats look like, what they eat, how they live, and what predators hunt them. They will be fascinated and amazed by intelligent burrowers.
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Bison
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
In the dead of winter on the prairie, grass hides under mounds of snow. Strong humps on bison backs help the animals push through to find a meal. This title uses easy-to-read text and spectacular photos to illustrate how bison have adapted to survive on the harsh Great Plains. Special features show diet, characteristics, and range to engage and support young readers in comprehension.
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Giraffes
by Kaitlyn Duling
Part of the Animals of the Grasslands series
Did you know that giraffe tongues are dark in color? Scientist believe the color protects them from the hot sun of the savanna. In this engaging title, bright photos and low-level text introduce young readers to giraffes and their adaptations to the grassland biome. Graphics about range, diet, and physical adaptations further illustrate how giraffes survive in the hot, dry savanna.
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