Astonishing Animals

You may think you know all about animals, but prepare to be astonished! This series takes a look at the incredible bodies and behaviors of some members of the animal kingdom. Upside-down bird nests, the ability to regrow limbs, and a penguin who is colonel-in-chief of a real-life army (no, we're not kidding!) are some of the surprising stories featured in this entertaining look at the animal world.

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Animal Athletes

Did you know that a cheetah can accelerate faster than a sports car or that an impala can jump over three times its height? This fascinating book highlights examples of animals with… More →

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Animal Celebrities

What makes an animal famous? Some do important jobs that help humans, and some have super skills or do entertaining tricks. Some become celebrities on the Internet just for being cute - or… More →

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Animal Disguises

Why would an animal need a disguise? This intriguing book features the fascinating ways some animals use camouflage or mimicry to conceal themselves for protection from predators, or as a way More →

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Animal Engineers

Animals build structures to shelter their young, catch prey, and even communicate. Some animals even change their environment to suit their needs. This awesome book reveals the amazing ways… More →

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Animal Oddballs

Have you ever heard of a see-through frog, a cartwheeling spider, or a jellyfish that never dies? This entertaining book highlights examples of animals with unusual bodies and surprising… More →

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Animal Survivors

Can you imagine a mammal that lives without ever drinking water, or a frog that freezes solid but can still thaw out and hop away? This book reveals the extraordinary ways certain animals are More →

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