Outside and inside

Describes the physical characteristics of birds, and looks at the structure of their bones, wings, feathers, beaks, feet, and internal organs.

Describes the inner and outer workings of kangaroos, including their diet, anatomy, and life cycle.

Text and illustrations depict the anatomy and characteristics of different types of spiders.

What happens when a rat's tooth wears out from biting through really hard material, like wire? How can a mouse jump straight up nearly seven times its body length? How does a rat's long, naked tail help it regulate its body temperature? Outside and Inside Rats and Mice answers all these questions and many others. With stunning color photographs of rats and mice -- from developing babies to adults -- and clear, accessible text, Sandra Markle invites...

Describes how killer bees were created by breeding African honeybees with European honeybees, explains their habits and behavior, and emphasizes how dangerous they can be.