Exploring the world of beavers, this engaging middle-grade nonfiction book combines humor with fascinating facts, presenting these remarkable creatures as unexpected heroes of the animal kingdom. Illustrated in vibrant color, it appeals to young readers who enjoy learning through entertaining narratives. The book is part of the Superhero Field Guide series, promising an educational yet fun experience that highlights the unique traits and contributions of beavers.
With a blend of humor and facts, this installment in the SUPERPOWER FIELD GUIDES series explores the fascinating world of moles. Engaging full-color illustrations complement witty narration, encouraging readers to discover the unique characteristics and underground lives of these creatures. The book invites readers to appreciate the intricate ecosystems both above and below ground, fostering a deeper understanding of nature's wonders.
This third installment in the hilariousand highly-illustrated full-color
Superpower Field Guide series features the silly-looking, surprisingly
fierceOstrich.This two-toed torpedo may have the largest eyes of any animal on
dry land, but it can outrun most horses!
Willkommen im kuriosesten Museum über die Evolution des Menschen Warum zuckst du manchmal beim Einschlafen zusammen? Wieso bekommst du Gänsehaut bei Kälte und schrumpelige Finger im Wasser? Was kann der Blinddarm noch, außer sich zu entzünden? Warum ist der menschliche Kiefer so stark geschrumpft, dass die Weisheitszähne keinen Platz mehr haben? Viele Organe und Reaktionen unseres Körpers sind Überbleibsel aus vergangenen Zeiten, die heute vollkommen unnütz erscheinen. Manche haben tatsächlich keine Funktion mehr, andere sind überraschend sinnvoll und alle unglaublich interessant! Willkommen im Museum der menschlichen Evolution! Von Gänsehaut und Schluckauf bis hin zu explodierenden Blinddärmen und Affenmuskeln – jeder Raum im Museum ist einem anderen Körperteil oder einem Reflex unseres Körpers gewidmet, die für unsere Vorfahren unverzichtbar und manchmal sogar überlebensnotwendig waren, im Laufe der Evolution für uns aber vollkommen an Nutzen verloren haben. Mit lustigen Versuchen im Buch kannst du die körperlichen Funktionen und Reflexe, die von unseren Vorfahren übriggeblieben sind, an dir selbst testen. Zudem werden dir anschaulich und verständlich die Grundlagen der Evolution und die Entwicklung des Menschen vorgestellt. Ein spannender und humorvoller Ausflug in die Evolution des Menschen.
Exploring the intersection of art and science, this book delves into the cultural significance of taxidermy, tracing its evolution from sixteenth-century cabinets of wonders to modern interpretations in animal art. It offers a poetic analysis that highlights the aesthetic and ethical dimensions of preserving animal forms, examining how taxidermy reflects societal values and artistic expression throughout history.
A look at some very strange creatures in the sea --- but which is the strangest?A feathery tutu dancing through the water? A tiptoeing rock wearing a wig? A mountain of skulls on the ocean floor? Not everything is quite as it seems in this exploration of 12 bizarre and little-known sea animals. Each creature is introduced with an imaginative first-person depiction of its appearance, accompanied by an artistic interpretation and the question, “Am I the strangest thing in the sea?” Then, open the gatefold, and an illustration and full description of the actual creature in its habitat are revealed, along with the answer that, no, this is not the strangest thing in the sea. That is, until the last creature, which is the strangest. But what could it be?
The second book in a hilarious illustrated chapter book series starring a savvy and stylish cockroach who guides the reader through an encounter with a charming -- and dangerous -- predator. Is this hyena drooling for tea and crumpets . . . or for you?! Celeste is a cockroach, and everyone knows that cockroaches are survivors, so who better to give advice on surviving an encounter with a polite predator? High teas are dainty meals with pretty teacups: you nibble tiny cakes, sip milky tea and chit-chat about not-so-important things like why doughnuts have holes and if fish have eyebrows. But Ruby the hyena is loud, ferocious and tends to slober. High-speed gobbling makes good sense in the wild, but it is a definite no-no in the tearoom! And Ruby just happens to be Queen of a very large clan of hungry hyenas. Will high tea be ruined by uninvited guests? Is Ruby peckish for something other than Celeste's famous cream buns? Using her vast knowledge of hyenas, Celeste comes up with lots of strategies to get through high tea in one piece. Many of her suggestions are dangerous, most are absurd, but all are based on true hyena biology and hunting behavior.
The book features a mock-autobiography format where Wind engages readers with captivating stories that highlight its cultural, historical, and technical significance to humanity. Through beautiful illustrations, it creates an immersive experience for middle-grade readers, inviting them to explore the vital role Wind plays in our lives and the world around us.
Beaver explores the fascinating history of this small, often-overlooked, yet
important animal and examines why the beaver has been hunted throughout the
years, as well as looks at the unique way in which beavers form their
societies.
Poznaj najdziwniejsze muzeum, jakie kiedykolwiek zwiedzisz - to, które
znajduje się w twoim ciele! Czy wiesz, że twoje niesamowite fantastyczne ciało
to żywe, oddychające muzeum ewolucji? Przyjrzyj się uważnie, a znajdziesz w
nim elementy, które były przydatne w dawnych czasach, gdy życie ludzi różniło
się od dzisiejszego. Po tym Muzeum Dziwacznych Pozostałości w Ciele oprowadzą
cię przewodnicy turystyczni - Ząb Mądrości i Znikająca Nerka. Pokażą
zwariowane muzeum poświęcone małpim mięśniom, kikutom ogonów, czkawce,
eksplodującym organom, szkorbutowi i wszystkim innym pozostałościom, które
mamy w ciele - i opowiedzą ich historie z zamierzchłej przeszłości. Zanim
dotrzecie do sklepu z pamiątkami, zrozumiecie, że ewolucja jest chaotyczna,
niedoskonała i nieustająca. Nasze ciała reagują na warunki środowiska i stale
się zmieniają, a jest tak wiele rzeczy wciąż nieznanych, które tylko czekają,
żeby je odkryć. To wciągające, zabawne i piękne dla oka muzeum, które zechcesz
odwiedzać raz za razem. Wiek 6+
