Jody S. Rake

"Describes unusual behavior of animals, including vultures, hippos, parrots, and hagfish"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes unusual behavior of pets, including dogs, cats, rabbits, and hermit crabs"--Provided by publisher.

"The smallest planet in our solar system is also the closest to the sun. That means on Mercury, one year is just 88 days long! Discover more facts about the small but mighty Mercury"-- Provided by publisher.

"Discusses various organisms throughout the world that consume blood as a part of their diets"-- Provided by publisher.

From shrews to snakes, all sorts of animals burrow in complex homes below the surface of the Earth. Readers will uncover the many different creatures that find the underground to be an ideal habitat. There's a whole world beneath the ground!

Oceans are an important part of the Earth. Filled with millions of species of life, human actions have put this important ecosystem in danger. Why are oceans so important to humans? Why should we change our actions to help protect them? Endangered Oceans answers these questions by engaging readers with lively text, graphic features, and stunning photography. Readers will learn about the vast life within the ocean and the part they can play in protecting...

Sand tiger sharks are unique for their jagged teeth and ability to swallow air to help them float underwater. Find out why these slow-moving sharks are not as scary as they look. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!

Mars is famous for its coloring, but the fourth planet from the sun has more than that going for it. Discover more interesting facts and secrets about the famous "red planet."

Readers will learn just how amazing sea urchins can be. The many species of this ocean invertebrate may not look like other undersea animals, but they have some amazing adaptations and behaviors that help them survive. Without faces, limbs, bones, blood, or a brain, sea urchins have incredible ways eating, moving, reproducing, and defending themselves.

Oceanic whitetip sharks are unique for their long, whitetipped fins and their fierce hunting skills. Find out what makes this shark such a bold predator. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!