Playful Animals

Prairie dogs are types of squirrels that live in burrows underground. They dig homes that have many rooms and can protect the group from harm. They are comical critters to watch, as they scramble out of their burrow and stand on their back legs, scanning for enemies. The manageable text in this guide is paired with vibrant photographs of playful prairie dogs that are sure to keep emergent readers turning the pages.

Capybaras are the largest rodents on Earth! They look like giant, cuddly guinea pigs, and in fact the two animals are closely related. These furry creatures are fun to watch and as they pal around with other types of animals. Adorable photographs of capybaras in the wild are sure to enthuse young readers. The accessible text allows young readers to make the most of this adorable learning experience.

Otters are curious, playful animals that spend much of their time in water. In fact, they are graceful in water, and somewhat clumsy on land. Otters love to hang out in groups and swim and play! They even often sleep while holding hands. In this guide, readers explore the lives of otters through engaging yet accessible text paired with colorful photographs of them in their natural habitat.

Pandas are known as big, bumbling animals that love to explore and play. While they spend much of their time eating bamboo and sleeping, they are often seen climbing, rolling, and playing. Although pandas are usually solitary animals, panda babies are particularly cute and playful! Readers will take a tour of pandas with photographs on them in their natural habitat. The vibrant photographs are paired with accessible text, making this a simple yet effective-not to mention cute-reading experience.

Crows are often mistakenly associated with bad things, but they are actually smart and playful creatures. These black birds can be found living in flocks all over the United States. Their unmistakable "caws" can be heard from far away. Readers will be amazed to learn that crows are actually very friendly and can remember people they like...and don't like. Up-close photographs of crows in their natural habitat show that they are one of the most playful creatures out there!

Found in ocean water and even some rivers, dolphins are well known as one of the most playful animals in the world. Dolphins are smart animals. They communicate with their own language of special sounds. Most are sociable and even like to hang out with and play with people. Inside this book, readers will learn basic facts about dolphins through accessible text, which is paired with vibrant photographs of them frolicking in their own habitat.