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"If you saw a reptile s scales up close, could you guess what animal they belonged to? What about sharp teeth or long claws? In this uniquely laid out book, readers learn the characteristics of reptiles and then are introduced to several different kinds. First, an up-close photograph highlight some special feature of the reptile, such as a fat tail or long snout, and fun facts start to describe the reptile s habits and home. Readers only need...
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It might not be too hard to tell the difference between a Canada goose and a duck, but distinguishing between their feces is a little trickier. Budding animal trackers can use this fun guide to figure out which is which. Through engaging text and striking photographs, they'll also learn some important facts about each animal, including their habitats and behaviors. This winning volume is a must-read for every animal collection.
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Dolphins and porpoises look very similar, but while these mammals share some features they aren't even in the same family. From tooth and jaw shape to the way they chat with one another, these amazing ocean animals are unique in many ways. It may be tough to tell them apart when catching a glimpse of a fin or nose in the water, but this book offers a closer look, transforming readers into dolphin and porpoise experts in no time.
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Porcupines are brown, prickly, and climb trees. English language learners explore life in a group of porcupines inside the pages of this educational and enjoyable book. When a group of porcupines gets together, they're called a prickle. Porcupines often have a bad reputation as dangerous creatures, but they usually just want to be left alone. Thanks to numerous eye-catching photographs, readers get closer to porcupines than ever before. They also...
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Both turtles and tortoises have shells and move pretty, slowly. So what makes them different? Where to terrapins fit in? There's much more, going on with these amazing creatures than just carapaces and plastrons. From their family ties and foot size to their habitats, these animals look, live, and even eat differently. Some of these awesome animals can live for centuries. Readers will discover, which of these reptiles can survive hundreds of years...