Porcupines
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Don't let their furry appearance fool you. Porcupines bear needle-like quills when threatened, and aren't afraid to use them. A single animal may have 30,000 or more quills! Read all about the quirks of this prickly rodent in this informative title for growing readers.
Common Snapping Turtles
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
A common snapping turtle lurks in muddy water. She is waiting for prey to swim by! These slow-moving reptiles are at the top of the freshwater food chain. Curious kids will love this journey in the ponds!
Red Squirrels
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Playful, talkative, and busy, red squirrels are surprisingly tough! Territorial of their nests and hard-earned food stashes, these squirrels work diligently to survive harsh weather and avoid dangerous predators. Young readers will love learning what's behind the chirps, screeches, and sudden scurryings of these small critters.
Caribou
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Caribou are the reindeer of North America! These hoofed mammals grow huge antlers on their heads every year. The most impressive antlers can measure as long as 4 feet! This book calls elementary readers to join caribou in migrating the continent's northernmost forest and tundra biomes.
Gray Foxes
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Gray foxes look cute, but they are also smart woodland predators! These canines climb trees, stalk prey and sometimes bury leftovers for later! Budding naturalists will devour this low-level title about gray foxes and their forest homes.
Grizzly Bears
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Despite their tough reputation and huge claws, grizzly bears would rather eat roots and berries than hunt for food. But that doesn't mean they won't attack when an animal's in their territory. Grab this title for young readers to learn more, but be careful you don't get too close!
Bald Eagles
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Bald eagles can be seen soaring high in the sky in search of food. After spotting a potential meal, they swoop down to grab the prey with their powerful talons. Learn more about these iconic birds in this title for young students.
Brown Bats
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
What if you were a bat and found food by using your ears? Brown bats use echoes to determine the location and size of their prey. Fly through the night with these nocturnal creatures in this title for young students.
Jackrabbits
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Did you know that jackrabbits can move up to 40 miles per hour? They have to be quick to avoid hungry predators. Find out other ways these speedy animals have adapted to survive in this captivating read.
Ruby-throated Hummingbirds
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
The wings of ruby-throated hummingbirds are incredible machines, beating nearly 53 times per second and strong enough to fly across the Gulf of Mexico in a single trip! Common in North America, these birds are a delight to observe as they zoom and hover in backyards and gardens. Learn more about ruby-throated hummingbirds in this brightly colored read!
Black Bears
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Can you imagine sleeping for a whole season? During their winter dormancy, black bears do just that. They do not wake to eat, drink, or even use the bathroom! Learn more about the lives of these incredible creatures in this title for students.
Northern Leopard Frogs
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Female northern leopard frogs can lay up to 6,000 eggs! The tadpoles will grow up into some of the quickest little amphibians around. Northern leopard frogs have a host of adaptations to help them hop through migration, hibernation, and breeding seasons. Early readers will be captivated by this informative title.
American Crows
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Crows of a feather flock together! These noisy birds have tight-knit family groups and roost in giant flocks. They are also smart enough to use tools to get food! Young birdwatchers will be enthralled with this title about one of our most common North American animals.
Diamondback Rattlesnakes
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
No venomous snake in North America is larger than the diamondback rattlesnake. The eastern diamondback species can stretch out to a sizable length of 8 feet! Young readers will get wrapped up in discovering the ostentatious ways diamondbacks behave in the face of predators and prey.
Mountain Lions
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Mountain lions live like fugitives. These predators usually keep to themselves and try to stay in hiding. Their main goal is to keep their neighbors unsuspecting. Because the time always comes for these stealthy stalkers to pounce! In this book, kids will track an animal with many aliases.
American Bison
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
American bison used to number in the millions. Large herds roamed the plains of North America. Today, thousands can still be found grazing on protected lands. Find out more about the largest land animals in North America in this informative title for young readers.
American Beavers
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Imagine being able to swim without goggles because you have clear eyelids. For American Beavers, with water-resistant hair, fins for feet, and rudder tails, they have all the equipment needed to be pros in the water. Paddle along with these graceful swimmers in this interesting read for young students.
Gray Squirrels
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Gray squirrels have to be tricky to keep their food from being stolen. They bury acorns all over and dig them up again later. Curious readers can learn more fun facts about these clever animals in this exciting title.
Coyotes
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Coyotes often go unseen and unheard. Their nocturnal behavior and ability to tiptoe toward prey surprise any animal on the menu. Run along with these American mammals in this high-interest title for developing readers.
Moose
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
As the largest member of the deer family, the nimbleness of these mammals is impressive. A male's threatening antlers can span well over six feet in length. Find out more surprising facts about these solitary animals in this informative read for beginning readers.
Pronghorn
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Whether they are outsprinting a predator or completing the longest land-animal migration in North America, pronghorn show they were born to run. They can reach speeds of about 55 miles per hour! Learn more about these speedy animals in this educational title for young readers.
Roadrunners
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
X marks the spots where roadrunners have been. Their feet have toes in front and toes in back. And their favorite way to travel is on foot. Though not speedy enough to break Olympic sprint records, roadrunners are fast birds. Beginning readers will be determined to keep up!
Gray Wolves
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
In children's stories, gray wolves are often cast as villains. But these powerful predators are a vital part of North America's wilderness. Hunt down more information about these important animals in this title for young readers.
Nine-banded Armadillos
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
These little armored mammals are the only of their kind to wear protective shells. While most species are found outside the United States, the nine-banded armadillo is the only American species. Read all about these shielded creatures in this interesting title for young readers.
Wild Turkeys
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Wild turkey flocks forage their way across North America. But they have to watch out for predators. Sharp senses of sight and hearing alert them to lurking enemies. In this book, young readers will learn all about the habits and habitats of these large birds. Gobble, gobble!
Prairie Dogs
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Prairie dogs are rodents not to be underestimated! They dig impressive underground tunnels and deploy an even more complex social structure. Together they evade predators, raise young, and safely forage during daylight hours throughout dry regions in North America. Though cute and furry, these critters manage day-to-day life like true professionals. Burrow into the pages of this low-level book to learn more about the lives of prairie dogs!
Pileated Woodpeckers
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
It's hammer time! Pileated woodpeckers are some of the largest woodpeckers in North America. These striking birds drill holes a foot high and can even break trees in half with their powerful beaks. Jam-packed with facts, this book will captivate budding bird watchers.
Rocky Mountain Elk
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
It's a deer! It's a moose! No – it's a Rocky Mountain elk. From alpine meadows to desert valleys, these giant herbivores migrate with the seasons. Males grow brand-new antlers each year, and elk fur even changes color in winter. Young naturalists will be enthralled with this informative title.
American Badgers
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Sleepy badgers can nap for 29 hours at a time! These burrowing critters love some shut-eye, but they are effective predators and fierce fighters, too. This title for beginning readers goes deep inside the American badger's life underground.
Bighorn Sheep
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
These heavy mammals carry up to 30-pound horns on their heads. Even the bones in their bodies do not weigh that much! Climb through the mountains with these agile animals in this informative title.
Wolverines
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
With home ranges stretching across miles of frozen land, mountains, and dense forests, wolverines wander alone searching for their next meaty meal. These fearless fighters of the northern forests will claw and slash at anyone or anything that steps in their path. Grab some snow boots and brave the tundra with these scavengers of the north!
Simple informational text introduces key details of wild animals of North America. Infographics and other visual features add clarity and help students navigate the text. Well-organized chapters help students identify primary details. ""On the Menu"" features visually depict what each animal eats. Range maps and conservation status bars show common location of animals and their levels of risk of endangerment. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Informational sidebars show basic anatomy of animals to help identification in the wild.
Northern Cardinals
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Northern cardinals are bright-billed songbirds. They often turn a tree branch or bird feeder into a stage. And they always look performance-ready in their red feathers and a spiked head crest. In this title, northern cardinals debut for young readers. Will they earn a reading encore?
American Alligators
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
American alligators live throughout the southeastern United States, slowly swimming through rivers and swamps while looking for their next meal. They snatch up prey in a flash! With few predators once fully grown, American alligators can live to be 50 years old. Learn more about these heavily armored reptiles and their growth from hatchlings to adults in this title for beginning and struggling readers.
Cottontail Rabbits
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Cottontails always stay alert for enemies hunting them down. With a target on their backs, these rabbits have more than one survival tactic. They might freeze. They might also get a move on it, zigzagging to safety. The engaging facts in this title will hold the attention of elementary readers.
Eastern Chipmunks
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Eastern chipmunks are nature's ultimate storage experts. Living in extensive burrows underground, they hoard food such as nuts, seeds, and fruit. Give young readers the opportunity to stuff their minds with fun-filled facts about Eastern chipmunks!
Common Box Turtles
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Common box turtles are experts at avoiding predators. They can close their shells so that they are nearly impossible to open! Find out where these fascinating reptiles live, what they eat, and how they stay safe from predators in this leveled text. Features on predators and baby turtles support the text, along with colorful photos, to bring young readers out of their shells!
Golden Eagles
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Golden eagles are swift fliers, reaching speeds of 150 miles when on the hunt. This fast pace, however, isn't applied to all life activities. Building a nest, for example, can take these raptors a month or more! Young students can choose their own pace for this fun read.
River Otters
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
A group of river otters is on the lookout for a new home, and they aren't about to start from scratch! These critters often crawl their way into the abandoned burrows of their riverside neighbors. Swim along with river otters as they paddle their way through the freshwaters of North America in this informative title.
Simple informational text introduces key details of wild animals of North America. Infographics and other visual features add clarity and help students navigate the text. Well-organized chapters help students identify primary details. ""On the Menu"" features visually depict what each animal eats. Range maps and conservation status bars show common location of animals and their levels of risk of endangerment. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Informational sidebars show basic anatomy of animals to help identification in the wild.
Opossums
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
What has two opposable toes and is the only marsupial crawling through the forests and backyards of North America? It's the opossum! These animals are often referred to as natures garbage disposal, so don't be surprised to find one munching from the dog's dish or gulping down last week's leftovers in the trash. Young readers will devour this fact-packed title about these creatures of the night.
American Bullfrogs
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
American bullfrogs can jump farther than 7 feet (2.1 meters)! In this leveled text, learn about the lives of North America's largest frogs, from their habitat and diet to how they grow. Features including a range map, size comparison, and status bar add visual support to aid comprehension. Young students will leap for this fun title!
California Condors
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
A California condor leaps from a high cliff, on the lookout for carrion. Back from the brink of extinction, these huge scavengers soar across the desert for hours. They can go for two weeks without eating! Readers will learn all about the rare condor in this intriguing title.
Common Garter Snakes
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Ssss! Is that a common garter snake hiding in the brush? These cold-blooded critters slither through meadows all across the United States. In this low-level title, early readers will learn all about how common garter snakes hunt, hibernate, and hatch their young.
Cottonmouths
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Cottonmouths are named for the white insides of their mouths. But don't get too close! These snakes have a venomous bite. This title explores how cottonmouths use their deadly bite to capture prey and provides facts on other characteristics that help the snakes hunt and avoid predators. Special features show size comparisons and identifying traits to support leveled text. Slither up to this title for early readers and get ready to learn!
Muskrats
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Muskrats are super swimmers! These semi-aquatic rodents can hold their breath for up to 20 minutes! In this engaging text, bright photos and special features illustrating conservation status, range, and identifying characteristics support information on the lives of muskrats, from habitat and favorite foods to how they grow. Dive into this fact-filled title for young readers!
Raccoons
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Bandit-masked raccoons are versatile in every sense of the word. They inhabit many different terrains and consume just about anything in sight. With sharp claws and agility to back them up, these sneaky mammals thrive wherever they are. Scavenge through the night with some raccoons in this fun title for young readers.
Great Horned Owls
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Great-horned owls earn their nickname "tiger in the sky." These fierce hunters use stealth to surprise all kinds of prey. They are even the only animals to regularly hunt skunks! Swoop into this exciting read to find out how they sharpen their hunting skills and much more.
Mountain Goats
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Mountain goats reach heights few other animals can. The skilled climbers often move up 10,000-foot peaks! Their split hooves help them balance on steep slopes. And their strong legs allow them to jump between rocks many feet apart. This mountain goat profile will elevate young reader interest in nannies, billies, and kids!
Striped Skunks
Part of the North American Animals (Bellwether Media) series
Small, fuzzy, and slow, striped skunks make a big stink in the animal world. One single smelly spray can repel even the scariest predator from attacking! These black-and-white mammals are resilient enough to survive snakebites and bold enough to ransack a beehive. Beginning readers will love nosing their way through this book about North American striped skunks!
