Wildlife Picture Books – serie

Get to the Bottom of Animal ButtsButts are funny—especially to kids. Award-winning wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela takes advantage of this giggle-worthy topic, using it as an educational bridge to introduce children to facts about animals. Readers are shown an animal’s behind and asked to guess, “Whose butt?” Then it’s time to turn the page and discover the answer! Regardless of your age, you’re sure to laugh while you learn, so get to the bottom of animal butts with this wonderful picture book.Features:Full-color photos of real animalsEngaging text to interest young readersFun facts about the natural world

Do beavers need blankets? Do cougars catnap? Children might wonder if animals sleep like they do, all tucked into bed. This book illustrates what a child might imagine and compares it to the interesting facts about how animals really sleep and when. With photographs of real animals and text by naturalist Stan Tekiela, Do Beavers Need Blankets? entertains with silly scenarios and educates about the natural world.

Critter Litter: See what critters leave behind! is a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient Kids will be crazy about critters after this engaging introduction to wildlife! Award-winning author, naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela shares fun facts about 12 animals and the "litter" they leave behind. Young readers will learn to tell what's visited the area by the signs left behind: animal tracks, food and, yes, even scat (poop)! Let kids giggle as they learn to appreciate mammals and the natural world.This entertaining, educational book features:Flaps that children can lift in order to see the scatFun facts and professional photos of 12 mammalsSeveral different signs per species to look for

An Interactive Journey up the Food ChainAnimals are adorable, but they also have a wild side. Many hunt to survive—and must avoid being hunted. This kid-friendly introduction to nature’s predator-prey relationship spotlights several amazing examples. Wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela presents spectacular photos of real critters in their natural habitats, while author Ryan Jacobson explores their most interesting hunting and eating habits. How do snakes catch their meals?Why do mosquitoes feed on blood?Children learn about each animal and then get to guess, What Eats That? With every turn of the page, the predator becomes the prey as the answer is revealed! Stan and Ryan’s first book together won a Mom’s Choice Award. This follow-up is perfect for any child who loves animals or appreciates nature.

Laugh while you learn about baby animals.From fuzzy to feathery, baby animal butts are the silliest sights in nature. This hilarious book is the perfect companion to Whose Butt?, an acclaimed picture book by award-winning wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela. Readers are shown a baby animal’s behind and asked to guess, “Whose baby butt is this?” Then it’s time to turn the page and discover the answer! Features:Interactive textSensational photographs Whose Baby Butt? will have kids laughing out loud as they’re introduced to a new variety of North American critters.

Can you find the hidden critters in these photographs?Animals aren’t always easy to spot. Some hide while they hunt. Others hide to avoid being hunted. Many critters don’t need to hide—their colors match their surroundings. Wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela is also good at hiding. He hides from animals to take pictures of them! In Hidden Critters, the award-winning author presents his amazing wildlife images that prove animals are great at hiding. Look closely. Do you see the animals? Study each picture in the book, and try to spot the critter. Then read the clues and guess which animal it is. When you have an answer, turn the page and find out if you’re right! Hidden Critters is an engaging, interactive introduction to North American animals. Finding them is sure to become your family’s favorite game!Features:Full-color photos of real animalsEngaging text to interest young readersFun facts about the natural world

Become a Wildlife Detective!Spotting animals in the wild is tricky, but they leave plenty of clues behind—especially tracks. Examine the evidence.Study the animal tracks.See if you can guess “Whose track is that?”Then turn the page to discover the answer!This interactive and entertaining picture book features the full-color photography of Stan Tekiela, a professional naturalist and award-winning author. With every reading, children get more familiar with a variety of North American critters. They might soon start seeing animal tracks on every outing!

Learn About Nature’s Amazing Animal Architects!Beaver dams, bird nests, spider webs—the animal kingdom is filled with expert builders that construct spectacular homes. How much do you know about them? Can you identify a critter based on where it lives? Find out in this fun and interactive picture book by award-winning author, naturalist, and wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela.Study a photo of an animal’s house, and examine a clue about the creature that built it. Analyze the information, and formulate a guess as to “Whose house is that?” Then turn the page to discover the answer. You’ll learn facts about the innovative birds, bugs, mammals, and more that build nature’s most astonishing homes. Whose House Is That? features Stan’s stunning wildlife photography and expert information that children, adults, and educators will appreciate. The book is an entertaining introduction to a variety of animal species found in North America. With every reading, kids will become more familiar with animals and the natural world.