20 Fun Facts About Desert Habitats
20 Fun Facts About Desert Habitats

Author: Jill Keppeler

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2021-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1538264390

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You might think that dry, dusty deserts would be empty of plants or animals, but you'd be incorrect. Young readers will learn fascinating facts about Earth's sprawling desert habitats and the creatures that call them home. From the chilly Gobi in Asia to the blazing Sahara in Africa, this book will bust misconceptions about Earth's deserts and show off their unique beauty in full-color photographs. Informative maps show how each of Earth's continents has deserts, and fun details about unique desert creatures will intrigue curious readers.

20 Fun Facts About Desert Habitats
20 Fun Facts About Desert Habitats

Author: Jill Keppeler

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2021-07-15

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1538264404

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You might think that dry, dusty deserts would be empty of plants or animals, but you'd be incorrect. Young readers will learn fascinating facts about Earth's sprawling desert habitats and the creatures that call them home. From the chilly Gobi in Asia to the blazing Sahara in Africa, this book will bust misconceptions about Earth's deserts and show off their unique beauty in full-color photographs. Informative maps show how each of Earth's continents has deserts, and fun details about unique desert creatures will intrigue curious readers.

20 Fun Facts About Mammal Adaptations
20 Fun Facts About Mammal Adaptations

Author: Kristen Rajczak Nelson

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2016-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1482444321

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One major adaptation of mammals is part of what differentiates them from other animals: the growth and nourishment of babies inside the mother’s body! Water-repelling fur, tough hides, camouflage, as well as the size and shape of various body parts are just a few other adaptations mammals have developed in order to better survive their environment. Readers learn many examples of how mammals have evolved to hide from predators and hunt for prey. Graphic organizers present even more information to aid readers’ understanding while full-color photographs bring them close to animals they might otherwise only see in a zoo!

20 Fun Facts About Tundra Habitats
20 Fun Facts About Tundra Habitats

Author: Kate Mikoley

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2021-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1538264536

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Tundra habitats are some of the harshest places on Earth. They exist in the Northern Hemisphere north of the Arctic Circle and on mountains at high altitude. But all the plants and animals that live in tundra habitats are highly adapted to living there. People have lived in tundra habitats for thousands of years. However, human activity threatens the future of these important places. Using short facts and full-color photographs, this book introduces readers to the vast diversity of tundra habitats around the world and the measures we need to take to preserve them.

20 Fun Facts About Amphibian Adaptations
20 Fun Facts About Amphibian Adaptations

Author: Emily Mahoney

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2016-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1482444291

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Reptiles lay their eggs on land and most spend a lot of their time out of the water. While this is a fact today, it wasn’t always this way! Living on land is an adaptation reptiles underwent millions of years ago. Even more adaptations, such as how reptiles regulate their body temperature and their scaly skin, are more apparent to those studying crocodiles, turtles, and other reptiles in modern times. Using a unique format of short facts, this book introduces readers to the science concepts of evolution as well as the features that classify an animal as a reptile.

Life in the Desert
Life in the Desert

Author: Alison Auch

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 1429668172

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"Color photos and simple text describe animals and their adaptations to a desert habitat"--Provided by publisher.

20 Fun Facts About the Grand Canyon
20 Fun Facts About the Grand Canyon

Author: Emily Mahoney

Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP

Published: 2019-07-15

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1538237733

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The Grand Canyon is one of the most majestic sites in the United States, and its views have been wowing visitors for centuries. This text contains beautiful pictures that encourage even the most resistant readers to learn more about this natural wonder, and the easy-to-read fun fact format will have readers wanting to plan a trip to the Grand Canyon. They'll learn about this spectacular area, the plants and animals that live there, and fun activities for visitors.

Who Lives Here? Desert Animals
Who Lives Here? Desert Animals

Author: Deborah Hodge

Publisher: Kids Can Press Ltd

Published: 2008-08

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1554530474

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An introduction to some of the animals that inhabit the Earth's driest places.

Life in a Desert
Life in a Desert

Author: Maryellen Gregoire

Publisher: Capstone Classroom

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 20

ISBN-13: 1429691948

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A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: * Perpetual license * 24 hour, 7 days a week access * No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time * Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available * Easy to use * Ability to turn audio on and off * Words highlighted to match audio