Animals
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Operation Pangolin: Saving the World's Only Scaled Mammal
Meet the pangolin—the world’s only scaled mammal. Their scales serve as armor to fend off predators. Unfortunately, these scales can do nothing to protect them from the biggest threat to… Read More →
Orangutans
From the Series Animals in Danger
One of the most intelligent animals in the wild, but still in danger! Meet the Orangutan! These long-limbed, orange apes live deep in the rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo, they travel… Read More →
Orb Weavers: Hungry Spinners
From the Series Arachnid World
Be alert for a fancy spider web stretched across a path—it's the trap of a hungry orb weaver! In this book, you will learn how orb weavers are similar to and different from other arachnids.… Read More →
Orcas on the Hunt
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Predators
Where do orcas hunt? What do they eat? Discover the answers to these questions and learn other fascinating facts about orcas. From their habitat to their physical characteristics and… Read More →
Ostriches: Fast Flightless Birds
From the Series Comparing Animal Traits
See what an ostrich has in common with a secretary bird. Learn what sets an ostrich apart from a merlin. Readers will compare key traits of ostriches—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and… Read More →
Otterly Adorable Otters
From the Series Internet Animal Stars
You can find adorable otters in rivers, oceans, and even on the internet! Otters star in memes, gifs, social media posts, and more online. Learn all about these cute, curious animals in… Read More →
Outrageous Animal Adaptations: From Big-Eared Bats to Frill-Necked Lizards
A fish that walks on land, a frog that makes its own sunscreen, and an insect that can become invisible? Whether to avoid predators, to stalk prey, or to withstand extreme temperatures,… Read More →
Owls
From the Series Animal Predators
Some of the fiercest and most skilled hunters in the world, owls use stealth, power, and a strong sense of hearing and sight to stalk and kill their prey. Watch these cunning animals as they Read More →
Pachycephalosaurus: A First Look
From the Series Read about Dinosaurs (Read for a Better World ™)
The Pachycephalosaurus had bony spikes on its head and a beak with sharp teeth. Photorealistic images and easy-reading text help young readers connect to the interesting features of this dinosaur. Read More →
Panther Chameleons: Color-Changing Reptiles
From the Series Comparing Animal Traits
Find out what a panther chameleon has in common with a web-footed gecko. Learn what sets a panther chameleon apart from a saltwater crocodile. Readers will compare and contrast key traits of… Read More →
Parasaurolophus: A First Look
From the Series Read about Dinosaurs (Read for a Better World ™)
The Parasaurolophus was an interesting, duckbilled dinosaur. Parts of this dino are still a mystery. But through photorealistic images and informational text, readers learn what scientists… Read More →
Paso a paso (Step by Step) — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Paso a paso (Step by Step)
¿Qué sucede primero? ¿Qué pasa a continuación? Se presentan a los lectores secuencias y procesos simples mediante la exploración de los ciclos de vida de los animales, el crecimiento de las… Read More →
Pawesome Dog Awards
From the Series Dogs
Welcome to the Pawesome Dog Awards! We're celebrating dogs that dare to be different. From the biggest to the smallest, the fluffiest to the spottiest, here are 25 dogs that really stand out… Read More →
Pembroke Welsh Corgis
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Who's a Good Dog?
Did you know that Pembroke Welsh corgis were bred to herd livestock? Learn more fun facts about the history of this adorable breed, how to care for a corgi, and more. Read More →
Persians Are the Best!
From the Series The Best Cats Ever
What's that cat with the stocky body, short legs, and flat face? It's the Persian! Persians are fancy felines with glamorous long coats, and their personalities are just as appealing as their Read More →
Pet Hermit Crab
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Classroom Pets
An introduction to pet hermit crabs and their basic needs. Read More →
Pet Tech
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Saving Animals with Science
A dog plays on the lawn and accidentally leaves the neighborhood. Now it’s lost. What can a pet owner do? Luckily, pet technology has the answer. Pet tech can help track a lost dog using a… Read More →
Pigeons at War: How Avian Heroes Changed History
For more than five thousand years, people all over the world have worked with pigeons to send and receive important messages. These birds carried weather reports in ancient Egypt, letters… Read More →
Pigs
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Farm Animals
Take a visit to the farm and learn about the features and roles of a pig. Read More →
Pileated Woodpeckers: Insect-Hunting Birds
From the Series Comparing Animal Traits
See what the pileated woodpecker has in common with the wood thrush. Learn what sets it apart from the American flamingo. Readers will compare key traits of pileated woodpeckers—their… Read More →
Pit Bulls
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Who's a Good Dog?
Pit bulls are loyal, gentle, and brave. Did you know that there are three different pit bull breeds? And that some are trained to be search and rescue dogs? Learn more about these good-natured dogs! Read More →
Pit Bulls Are the Best!
From the Series The Best Dogs Ever
What’s that dog with the broad head, stocky frame, and tough but tender attitude? It's a pit bull! Pit bulls are hardy dogs with lots of smarts and a great desire to please. Their owners… Read More →
Plants
From the Series Amazing Life Cycles
Meet some amazing animals—from caring crocodile mothers to meat eating plants, from the tallest parents in the woods to sea horse fathers looking after their young . . . with the odd hairy… Read More →
Platypuses: Web-Footed Billed Mammals
From the Series Comparing Animal Traits
Find out what a platypus has in common with a beaver or a dolphin. Learn what sets a platypus apart from a giraffe or a wild dog. Readers will compare key traits of platypuses—their… Read More →