Valerie Bodden
1) Pandas
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of pandas, some of Earth's smallest bears. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why pandas have black-and-white fur"--Provided by publisher.
2) Jaguars
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of jaguars, the largest cats of the Americas. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why jaguars have blurry spots"--Provided by publisher.
3) Rhinoceroses
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"Meet these famously horned mammals! This book explores features and behaviors of rhinos, including their endangered status. A folk talk explains why these animals have bumpy, folded skin"--Provided by publisher.
4) Owls
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of owls, the winged nighttime hunters. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why some owls have big eyes and ears"--Provided by publisher.
5) Bison
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"Meet the biggest mammal in North America! Learn about the features and behaviors of bison, including wallowing in dirt and their Native American history. A folk tale explains why bison have a shoulder hump"--Provided by publisher.
6) Parrots
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"Meet the amazing talking parrot. This book explores the different habitats of parrots, their colorful feathers, what sounds they make, and much more. A folk talk explains why some parrots copy what people say"--Provided by publisher.
7) Koalas
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Describes the physical appearance of koalas and where they can be found around the world. Provides information about what they like to eat, how they spend their time, and their sleeping habits. Provides a folk tale about koalas, color photos, word definitions on each page, and further resources.
8) Snakes
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Full-color photos are paired with accessible text to examine the snake's appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle. Includes a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior.
9) Polar bears
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of polar bears, Earth's biggest land predators. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why polar bears have short tails"--Provided by publisher.
10) Penguins
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"Meet the amazing waddling penguins. This book introduces this flightless bird to elementary kids, exploring their features, behaviors, diet, and varied habitats. A folk talk explains why emperor penguins are so big"--Provided by publisher.
11) Sharks
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A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of sharks, the feared fishes of the sea. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why sharks have a bump on their heads.
12) Komodo dragons
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"Meet Earth's heaviest lizard. This book introduces Komodo dragons to elementary kids, exploring their features and behaviors, including venomous bite. A folk talk explains why people of Indonesia respect this large reptile"--Provided by publisher.
13) Crocodiles
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Describes the physical appearance of crocodiles and where they can be found around the world. Provides information about what they like to eat, how they spend their time, and how they swim. Provides a folk tale about crocodiles and includes color photos, an index, and definitions of terms on each page.
14) Lions
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"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of lions, the majestic big cats of Africa and India. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why lions roar"--Provided by publisher.
15) Tigers
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Brief text and photographs explore the unique features, behavior, diet, life cycle, and habitat of tigers. Includes a brief retelling of an Asian folktale of how tigers got their stripes.
16) Giraffes
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Offers a basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of giraffes. Includes a story from folklore explaining why giraffes have such long necks.
17) Swans
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"Meet the amazing swan, a symbol of love. This book explores the features and behaviors of these graceful birds, including migrating and egg laying. A folk tale explains why swans in Australia are black"--Provided by publisher.
18) Seahorses
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"Meet the seahorse! Learn about how this ocean animal eats tiny zooplankton. Elementary-aged readers will discover how seahorses use camouflage to hide from predators. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these . . . sea creatures. A Mexican folktale explains how the seahorse became a fish. Includes table of contents, an index, on-page definitions, and further resources for interested readers"--Provided...
19) Chameleons
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"An exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of chameleons, the color-changing reptiles. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why chameleons shake while they walk"--Provided by publisher.
20) Skunks
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Meet the skunk! Learn about how this stinky mammal uses a special spray to stay safe. Elementary-aged readers will discover that skunks come out at night to hunt. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these smelly mammals. A Native American folktale explains why the skunk smells so bad. This title will delight animal lovers and serve both report writers and browsers. Includes table of contents, an index,...