Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America's smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards.
Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.
Synopsis
Award-winning children's author Diane Swanson brings the exciting world of wolves alive with fabulous facts and stunning color photographs. Young readers will discover why wolves howl, how they hunt, and where they roam. They'll read about packs protecting pups from hungry hawks and playing tag with cheeky ravens. This fascinating book will become a favorite with children.
About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.
Synopsis
About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.