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Sandra Markle
"Amur leopards are the rarest big cats in the world. But thanks to scientists' new, innovative efforts to study them and breed a reserve population, these majestic cats have a…
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The southern white rhinos of Africa were almost extinct by the end of the 20th century. Although these animals have made a comeback, award-winning author Markle explains they continue to…
"Since Colony Collapse Disorder began decimating honeybees in 2006, scientists have been researching its causes and how to prevent it. Get an up-to-date look at what we know and how…
"Red wolves had been hunted until only fourteen survived in the wild. So scientists hatched a daring plan-capture all of the wild red wolves and breed them in captivity. Discover…
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Spend a day with carnivorous dinosaurs in this fantastic new series from Sandra Markle, the bestselling author of the What If You Had... series!
What if you could spend a…
"If you could have any animal's feet, whose would you choose? What if you woke up one morning and you had sprouted animal feet overnight?"--
If you could have any animal's home, whose would you choose?
What if you woke up one morning and discovered you were living inside a wild animal's home instead of…
Explore the lives of the world’s deadliest predators with informative text, gorgeous photographs, and jaw-dropping facts that will keep readers turning the pages
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Some of the fiercest and most skilled hunters in the world, great white sharks use intellect, camouflage, and a strong sense of smell, hearing, and sight to track and kill…
Amur leopards are the rarest big cats in the world. But thanks to scientists’ new, innovative efforts to study them and breed a reserve population, these majestic cats have a…
Discusses the physical characteristics of owls that combine to make them such able predators.
Large numbers of honeybees are disappearing every year… and no one knows why. In this real-life science mystery, scientists and beekeepers are working to answer these questions-and save the world’s…
Curious young readers will delight in this close look at dinosaurs from the inside out. With intriguing photos and clear, accessible text, Markle shares how technology is being used to…
Here are 13 of the world’s most amazing sharks - from the all-time favourite, the great white, to the chilling little cookie-cutter shark. Sandra Markle teams up with world-renowned marine-life…
A real-life science mystery invites young enthusiasts to witness a scientific team’s journey to Panama, where they investigate the possible reasons why the golden frog population is disappearing.
Award-winning science writer Sandra Markle details the exciting discovery of the olinguito–a completely new species uncovered in the early 2000s
"Jackals will eat almost anything. On the African savanna, they will even steal food from much bigger animals, like lions. Learn more about the lives of jackals"--
"Using teamwork and keen eyesight, vultures soar thousands of feet above the ground in search of carrion to eat. Learn about the habits and life cycle of this iconic avian…
"Wolverines are excellent scavengers with a keen sense of smell and the skills to find meals. Learn about the lives of wolverines, including how they search for food, find a…
A woman is buried in an avalanche. Miners are trapped underground. A sailor’s boat capsizes in the ocean. A powerful tsunami sweeps people out to sea. Who will come to…
Coiled on the desert floor, a rattlesnake blends perfectly with the dried leaves around it. With this disguise, the snakes prey wont see it until its too late. Camouflage, venomous…
Honeybees are a crucial part of our food chain. As they gather nectar from flowers to make sweet honey, these bees also play an important role in pollination, helping some…
An introduction to the lives of wolves that focuses on how they hunt and how they raise their cubs.
Prairie dogs find safety in numbers. Hundreds of them live together in underground tunnels. When the small animals come to the surface to nibble prairie grasses, they keep a close…
A fascinating new title from Sandra Markle that explores how scientists solved a zebra migration mystery.
Award-winning science writer Sandra Markle shares the story of the only type of bear to live entirely in a desert habitat.
"With strong jaws and teeth, Tasmanian devils can eat the tough skin of the meals they scavenge. Discover how Tasmanian devils find food, raise their young as the next generation…
Award-winning science writer Sandra Markle brings readers face-to-face with exciting archeological discoveries and incredible wildlife in the Honduran rainforest
