Explores a wide range of bird species and the nests they build, from the miniature bee hummingbird's nest up to the tall nests of the dusky scrubfowl.

Describes how termites, wasps, bees, and ants live and work together in organized colonies that build large, complex homes.

Follow a pair of robin parents from nest-building and egg-laying, to raising their hungry hatchlings, and finally sending off their flying fledglings.

Nature lovers will be fascinated by how animals solve the problem of locating safe places in which to live and raise families.

Explores what animals do when spring arrives, showing frogs laying their eggs in ponds, mountain goats losing their winter fur, and a host of animals scattering to look for food. This Level 1 guided reader examines seasonal animal behaviors. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about how animals respond to spring changes, including mating and preparing for and caring for babies.