Synopses & Reviews
What birds have wings but can't fly? Penguins! Instead, these adorable animals use their flippers to swim in the deep, cold water.and#160; Meet the different species, from the Little Blue to the Emperor, and find out about their feathers, their coloring, and their habitat-as well as how they build their nests and raise their young. By the end, kids will all agree: penguins are really cool!
A biography on the last page introduces expert Paul Sweet, the ornithologist at the American Museum of Natural History who vetted the book.and#160;FREE ACTIVITIES and PUZZLES ONLINE AT: http://www.sterlingpublishing.com/kids/sterlingeventkits
and#160;
Review
"From this varied and vibrant look at speedy animals, children will discover many intriguing facts, such as what fish is even faster than a cheetah and what bird dives faster than 200 miles per hour to catch a meal. The text is simple and easy to comprehend, while the high-quality stock photos are bright and energetic. Stewart enlivens the information by dropping in material on how long, how far, or on what terrain the speed can be maintained. She also makes use of clever ways to gain readers' attention, such as including the surprising example of the cone snail, a creature that slowly moves across the sandy ocean bottom and whose protruding tube quickly shoots poison to capture its prey, or discussing unusual skills, such as which insect flaps its wings the fastest. This smoothly written, well-illustrated title will draw children in, satisfy their curiosity, and inspire them to seek out more information on the topic." and#8212;School Library Journal
Synopsis
Which creature moves so rapidly it can even run on water? Which bird's heart beats 1,200 times a minute? Come learn about the world's fastest animals, from speedy cheetahs and swiftly swinging tree gibbons to colorful chameleons whose tongues grab an insect quicker than you can blink an eye. These amazing animals have skills that help them thrive and survive.and#160;
Synopsis
T-rex, Velociraptor, Stegosaurus, Triceratops: which dinosaur would YOU want for a pet? Kids will have a great time choosing their favorite from 12 popular prehistoric creatures. Facts from the world's top experts and humorous questions guide young readers.
Synopsis
T-rex, Velociraptor, Stegosaurus, Triceratops: which dinosaur would YOU want for a pet? Kids will have a great time choosing their favorite from 12 popular prehistoric creatures. Facts from the world's top experts and humorous questions guide young readers.
A biography on the last page introduces expert Mark Norell, chairman of the Paleontology Division at the Museum-which houses the world's largest collection of dinosaur fossils!and#160;
and#160;FREE ACTIVITIES and PUZZLES ONLINE AT: http://www.sterlingpublishing.com/kids/sterlingeventkits
and#160;
Synopsis
What does a baby dolphin do on the day it is born? He swims, he whistles, he jumps, he naps, he escapes a shark, and he follows his mother through the beautiful blue sea. This easy reader brings children along on his new adventures and teaches them about these highly intelligent animals!
Synopsis
When spring comes, a baby calf gray whale and his mother head north to find food-all the way from Mexico to Alaska! Every gray whale makes the trip, but it's a long way for a young calf to swim. Follow mother and baby on their four-month journey, as they jump, roll, pop up to see what's on the water's surface, and even confront a killer orca!
A biography on the last page introduces Nancy Simmons, curator of the Department of Mammology at the American Museum of Natural History and the expert who vetted the book.
FREE ACTIVITIES and PUZZLES ONLINE AT:
sterlingpublishing.com/kids/sterlingeventkits
Synopsis
See sharks that are fast, sharks that are slow, sharks that hide in the sand, and sharks that glow. Welcome to the incredible world of sharks!and#160; Meet 12 of the most fascinating species that swim in oceans around the world.
Synopsis
Snakes are super! They can do amazing things, like shed their entire skin or open their mouths so wide that they can swallow food that's even bigger than their head. Go close-up and watch cobras, coachwhips, constrictors, rattlesnakes, sea kraits, sidewinders, and more in action-slithering, sliding, swimming, and sometimes even moving through the air!
A biography on the last page introduces expert David Kizirian, the herpetologist at the American Museum of Natural History who vetted the book.and#160;FREE ACTIVITIES and PUZZLES ONLINE AT: http://www.sterlingpublishing.com/kids/sterlingeventkits
Synopsis
They crawl. They fly. They jump. Insects are always in action!and#160; From leaf cutter ants carrying leaves to their nest, to buzzing bees making honey, and dragonflies beating their four wings, and more, these small creatures can do big things.
A biography on the last page introduces expert Christine Johnson, the entomologist at the American Museum of Natural History who vetted the book.and#160;FREE ACTIVITIES and PUZZLES ONLINE AT: http://www.sterlingpublishing.com/kids/sterlingeventkits
and#160;
About the Author
The American Museum of Natural History in New York City is one of the largest and most respected museums in the world. Since the Museum was founded in 1869, its collections have grown to include more than 32 million specimens and artifacts relating to the natural world and human cultures. The Museum showcases its collections in the exhibit halls, and, behind the scenes, more than 200 scientists carry out cutting-edge research. Approximately five million people from around the world visit the Museum each year. Plan a trip to the Museum, home of the world's largest collection of dinosaur fossils, or visit online at amnh.org.