OstrichesA look at ostriches, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their long and powerful legs, behaviors, relationships with humans, and their herd hierarchy in the world today. Part of the Living Wild Classic Edition series Vivid photographs help take readers on a virtual field study to observe the life cycle and behaviors of each featured mammal, bird, or reptile. Each book also looks at past and present scientific research and

A fundamental exploration of fighter jets

A Cherokee story recounts why some creatures are able to fly

a frightened mouse looks for an escape route and turns empty sheets of paper into a convenient mode of watery transportation

this high-interest title covers the history and construction of the Hoover Dam

A kindergarten-level introduction to the motorized vehicles known as jet skis

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–Maria Alegre

and such defining features as their heavy blades

Also included is a story from folklore explaining the unpleasant scent of skunks

These illustrations are so beautiful they will bring "oohs" and "aahs" from readers