Why Do Animals Do That?

The adaptation of migration is a survival mechanism for many kinds of animals. While birds are the most famous of the migrators, some bats, whales, fish, insects, and others also make incredible journeys, often seasonally. This high-interest book features some of the most noteworthy migrating animals and the remarkable details about their travels. Some butterflies migrate thousands of miles, for example. Vibrant photographs of migrating wild animals will impress readers, while the accessible text will help them understand the important science content.

People aren't the only organisms that need to clean up! Grooming is an animal adaptation that helps species survive. In this engaging book, readers will learn about kinds of animals that groom each other and why. They'll learn how lions are the only big cats that live together and how grooming helps them bond. They'll also learn similar information about birds, primates, horses, and other creatures. Beautiful photographs of these animals grooming each other in the wild will attract animal lovers. At-level and appealing text supports emerging readers and the elementary science curriculum.

Some animals like to live alone. Many big cats, such as tigers, will even fight others to keep their territories to themselves. But even solo animals will find a mate at times. This thought-provoking volume provides the answers that animal lovers are seeking about how creatures find mates and why. The most interesting animal information is presented through clear, at-level text that emerging readers will find motivating and achievable. The elementary science content is supported by a graphic organizer and beautiful images of animals and their mates in the wild.

Nature lovers often come across holes in the ground dug by animals. They can't help but wonder what kind of creature dug the burrow and why. This inviting book offers a variety of reasons why burrowing animals take part in this interesting behavior. They dig to make homes, hide food, find food, hide from predators, and even maintain body temperature. Readers will appreciate the accessible, at-level text and enjoy the supporting images of animals in the wild even more. A concluding chart will help them retain the volume's essential curricular concepts.

Hibernation is a fascinating animal adaptation. While the behavior is commonly recognized, many don't know exactly what's happening in the animal's body to cause hibernation. In the colorful pages of this accessible volume, budding zoologists will discover much about the science of hibernation and which animals undergo it, through at-level text. They'll also find out how the animals prepare for the long rest and what happens to them after hibernation. The main concepts-supportive of the elementary science curriculum-are reinforced by carefully chosen images of animals in the wild.

Animal bodies truly have some amazing adaptations. Sometimes we're so accustomed to them that we don't realize how fascinating they are. That may be the case with shedding. Cat or dog hair around the house may seem commonplace until we consider the pet's body is preparing for a new season. And anyone who has found a snakeskin abandoned on the ground will realize what a remarkable adaptation molting is. This accessible book explains the concepts of molting and shedding and highlights the animals that undergo these processes. Memorable images of wildlife and a graphic organizer help readers retain important science content.