With a wag and a 'woof,' this book invites readers to meet the Rat Terrier. Readers will examine the history, physical attributes, development, and behavior of the Rat Terrier breed. Coat, color, size, and care instructions are also discussed. Full-color photos allow readers to see these friendly, inquisitive hunting dogs in a variety of situations. An index and glossary are also included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

Jaguars have one of the most powerful bites in the animal world! Readers will learn about these bites as well as other cool facts about jaguars, like where they live, what they look like, and what they like to eat.

A passionate natural history of extinct and endangered bird species from around the world.

Fully illustrated in color, a fascinating exploration of the one hundred animals that have had the most profound influence on humanity throughout the ages. We are not alone. We are not alone on the planet. We are not alone in the countryside. We are not alone in cities. We are not alone in our homes. We are humans and we love the idea of our uniqueness. But the fact is that we humans are as much members of the animal kingdom as the cats and dogs...

What do masked bobwhites, Hawaiian hawks, harpy eagles, and Kitti's hog-nosed bats have in common? They, along with many other birds, are endangered species. They are close to becoming extinct because they have been over-hunted and their habitats have been altered or eliminated. Discover what each animal's situation is and what can be done to help it improve.

Meow! Meow! Cats make fun pets. Some have short hair and some have long hair. Some have flat noses and others have stubby tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet cats, and discover why these curious creatures make amazing pets.

Young readers learn all about animal abodes-from cozy dens to towering trees-in this new Pre-reader from National Geographic Kids. Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups, helping them make connections between words and expand their understanding of the world. Along with brilliant photos and a fun approach to reading, National Geographic Readers are a winning formula...

There are millions of farms around the world, and lots of farms around the world include me! If a predator gets too close, I make a lot of noise. However, I am not a donkey. I sleep standing up, but I am not a horse. What farm animal am I? Use the clues and guess!

What is a dog's life really like? Find out as you read about how dogs work and play.

Readers will learn some great facts about these energetic, intelligent, and very unique-looking cats. Bengal cats are always turning heads, since they look like they belong in the wild! Big full-bleed photographs, new glossary terms, and fun facts will keep readers wanting more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.