Life Cycle
31 total works
Ages 6 to 12 years. This book gives children clear insight into the growth and development of these fascinating, prehistoric fish. Children will be eager to discover how shark pups are born, the behaviours and feeding habits of juvenile sharks, and how adult sharks find one another in order to mate. Clear text and pictures help readers learn: how sharks develop and grow; how sharks locate food; how sharks are important to the oceans.
The Life Cycle of a Snake describes the growth and development of these amazing reptiles from birth to maturity. Full-color images help show why snakes hibernate, how baby snakes hatch, the differences between poisonous and non-poisonous species, and how snakes capture prey.
Ages 6 to 12 years. Thousands of species of snakes live all over the world in habitats as diverse as tropical rainforests and deserts. This book describes the growth and development of these amazing reptiles from birth to maturity. Full-colour images of all kinds of snakes, from the familiar to the exotic, are included. Illustrations, photographs, and easy-to-read text explain: the life cycles of different species of snakes; why snakes hibernate during the winter months; how baby snakes hatch from their eggs and survive without their mothers; the differences between poisonous snakes and non-poisonous snakes; how snakes capture prey; the dangers faced by snakes.
Ages 6 to 12 years. A monarch born in the fall has two major challenges! In addition to metamorphosis, these butterflies fly 4,000 miles on a two-way migration trek! This book explains butterfly metamorphosis and migration in simple terms. The text is beautifully illustrated with photographs and art, making this book a joy to read. Topics include: where butterflies lay their eggs; the "eating machine" caterpillar; the transformation from pupa to chrysalis to butterfly; monarch migration; butterfly facts and activity suggestions; how to protect butterflies.
Ages 6 to 12 years. The life cycle of a wolf revolves around the complex family structure of the pack. In this book, children will learn about the intricacies of pack life and the ways in which each stage of a wolf pup's development determines its future in the family group. Photographs and illustrations of these majestic animals illuminate topics such as: different types of wolves; the preparation of a birthing den; a pup's introduction to the hunt; challenges to pack structure; dangers to wolves in the wild.
Vivid photographs and beautiful illustrations follow the life of the lion from playful cub to fierce adult. Kids will enjoy reading about lions in Asia and Africa, the network of aunts, sisters, and cousins in a lion pride, cubs and their involvement in the pride’s work and play, and how they learn skills for the hunt.