In Armored Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the armadillo, rhinoceros, and crab that protect themselves against predators with thick skin or protective plating.… More →
Back Off! Animal Defenses
From spines to stink and from armor to electricity, animals have many ways of saying, "Back off!" These books introduce young readers to some of the unique protective adaptations animals employ. The narrative nonfiction format engages readers in a story while vibrant photographs illustrate concepts. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index.
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In Electric Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the stargazer fish, electric eel, and torpedo ray that protect themselves against predators with electric shocks.… More →
In Horned Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the yak, kudu, and cape buffalo that protect themselves against predators with strong and sharp horns. Vibrant, full-color… More →
In Prickly Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the sea urchin, porcupine, and pufferfish that protect themselves against predators with sharp spines. Vibrant, full-color More →
In Slimy Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the hagfish, fulmar, and sea cucumber that protect themselves against predators with slimy goo. Vibrant, full-color photos… More →
In Stinky Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the skunk, opossum, and Komodo dragon that protect themselves against predators with unpleasant odors. Vibrant, full-color… More →
In Undercover Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the zebra, octopus, and Arctic hare that protect themselves against predators with camouflage. Vibrant, full-color… More →
In Venomous Animals, early fluent readers learn about animals such as the cobra, bee, and stonefish that protect themselves against predators by injecting poison. Vibrant, full-color photos… More →