Backyard Wildlife

From the Arctic to deserts, foxes are found in almost every kind of habitat. This book introduces children to foxes, explaining what they eat, their physical characteristics, and where they live. More →

A flying "V" never fails to draw attention, but the geese on display aren't forming letters for our benefit. Indeed, the shape gets a flock from point A to point B in the most… More →

Gophers are known for their puffy faces. They often stuff food into their cheek pouches and carry it back to their burrows. Young children will enjoy learning how gophers gather food and dig… More →

Groundhogs are big rodents--the largest in the squirrel family, in fact. They spend summers eating grasses, plants, and fruits before hibernating during the winters in underground burrows.… More →

Various species of the mighty hawk can be found all over the world. Hawks perch up high and soar through the sky in search of prey. They spot mice, gophers, rabbits, and other small animals… More →

Hummingbirds are as beautiful as they are talented. Beating more than 50 times per second, their wings create a humming sound as they hover and speed through the air. Not only can… More →

Mice will eat just about anything, from grain to cheese to glue. These small rodents live all over the world and tend to stay near humans to scavenge for food. In the wild, mice often became… More →

Moose are the largest members of the deer family. The biggest bulls can weigh up to 1,800 pounds! Though they eat plants, these aggressive animals do not shy away from a fight. Find out how… More →

An owl has large eyes that work like a pair of binoculars. This, combined with excellent night vision and a rotating head, makes this raptor a skilled hunter. Beginning readers will have a… More →

Porcupines have three kinds of hair: fur, guard hairs, and quills. Fur keeps these rodents warm, guard hairs keep them dry, and quills keep them safe. When in danger, a porcupine will raise… More →

Prairie dogs are known for the extensive burrow systems in which they live. Called "towns," prairie dog communities can cover thousands of square miles! Young readers will be surprised how… More →

A rabbit's teeth never stop growing. A rabbit needs to continually eat and chew to wear them down! Kids will learn what rabbits look like, where they live, and what they need to eat to keep… More →