Profiles the development of certain insects and amphibians, including dragonflies and frogs, that begin life looking very different than during adulthood.
Describes the general stores of the past, how they were stocked, the roles of storekeepers in communities, and what has happened to general stores in the twentieth century
"This fascinating book explains that some animals must learn the basics of staying alive from their mothers, while others know how to survive without being taught. Students will discover how some bird
"People have learned a lot from animals and copied many of their ways of surviving. This interesting book details many, often surprising, examples: bird flight and airplanes; defensive equipment such
Describes the difference between man-eating and plant-eating animals, the kinds of foods that they eat, and the different body parts they use to obtain food.