Synopsis: Key Features Description Gibbons turns her attention to the rare giant panda of China in this introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and habitat of these endangered animals. Fascinating panda facts abound, including the panda's present status in the wild and in zoos, and a map of China showing the diminishing panda population. Gibbons turns her attention to the rare giant panda of China in this introduction to the…

Synopsis: When people meet, they shake hands, hug, smile, and say, "How are you? What's new?" But what about lions and bears and fish? How do they greet one another? In this intriguing picture book Marilyn Singer explores, explains, and describes the extraordinary ways in which animals communicate. When zebras meet, for example, they pull back their lips and chew the air to show that they won't bite each other. Young readers will also be introduced to…

Synopsis: Discusses the size, diet, and habitat of some of the larger dinosaurs.

Synopsis: Describes the desert environment and the different types of plants and animals that live there