Penguins

by Barbara Taylor and Michael Chinery

Published 28 November 2003
These endearing animals are shown in over 150 stunning close-up wildlife photographs and artworks, while the lively text reveals every aspect of penguin's behaviour. Find out how a penguin's body works, and discover why they waddle in an upright position but are then transformed into zooming torpedoes in the water. Special features focus on particular species, including the tall and elegant Emperor penguin and the smaller and tougher Adelie penguin. Read about their natural habitats from the North and South Poles to the Galapagos Islands; explore their cycles and senses in detail. This fabulous book will tell you what makes penguins so special.

Crocodiles

by Barbara Taylor

Published 2 June 2000
This book provides a fascinating investigation into one of the world's most ancient and deadly reptiles: the crocodile. Find out how crocodiles and alligators work, their different shapes and sizes, their teeth, senses and behaviour patterns, how they feed, hunt and breed. It is packed with over 200 stunning colour photographs from renowned wildlife photographers. Detailed cross-sections and diagrams reveal the complex inner working of a crocodilian's body. It is a lively and accessible reference, ideal for home and school use for 8 to 12 year-olds. It is a winner of the Key Stage 2 non-fiction category of the English Associations 4-11 awards for the best children's illustrated book. "Nature Watch: Crocodiles" investigates every aspect of crocodilian life, and the differences between alligators, gharials, crocodiles and caimans. It reveals the gentle, nurturing side of crocodilian nature, as well as their lethal hunting skills. Focus features zoom in on detailed aspects of crocodilian life, such as alligators mating or Nile crocodiles attacking prey. Myth boxes explore popular stories about crocodilians from all over the world and Did You Know? highlights provide quirky facts to amuse and amaze friends and family.
With over 200 colour illustrations from top wildlife photographers, this is the perfect book to inspire 8 to 12 year-olds for school projects, home study, or just to learn for fun.

Nature Fact File on Snakes

by Barbara Taylor

Published 1 January 2000
Have you ever wondered at the intricacy of a spider's web or how often a snake sheds its skin? Designed for eight- to twelve-year-olds, these brilliant books are packed with compelling photography, exciting ideas and bite-sized facts which will encourage all children to enter the secret kingdoms of these amazing creatures.