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Echidnas are animals that have spiny hairs all over their body. This makes them look like a hedgehog or a porcupine. Echidnas are also covered in fur. Depending on where they live, some are furrier than others. They can vary in color from very light brown to red-brown and right through to black. Did...

There are many fascinating creatures in the sea. Some are funny and some are strange. This book will tell you about seven interesting sea creatures.This is a compilation of seven of our popular 15-Minute Books. It contains the full text and pictures from the following individual books:"Sharks: Chompers...

Whether they live alone or together, in a hive or in a hole in the ground, bees do some of the most important work on the planet: pollinating plants. What’s the Buzz? celebrates the magic of bees, from swarming to dancing to making honey, and encourages readers to do their part to keep the hives...

Dung is a precious pile of food and drink for these beetles. Simple science text and dramatic illustrations give a close-up view of the fascinating world of the dung beetle. When an animal lightens its load, dung beetles race to the scene. They battle over, devour, hoard, and lay their eggs...

Explore the secret world of bees: how they live, how they work, how they support each other and their hive. DK's The Bee Book is a wonderful introduction to the humble honeybee: nature's hardest worker, and much more than just a provider of honey! Bees are incredibly industrious, brilliant...

Walking sticks are among the world's most fascinating insects. And one many children can find right in their backyards! With a simple story, perfect for read-alouds, and colorful illustrations, this scientific look at a walking stick's life-cycle will captivate budding entomologists. Informative sidebars are included that let children learn even more about these wild insects.

What's more lovable than a fluffy kitten? Accompanied by a read-along audio track, more than 70 colorful photos showcase all kinds of kittens. As playful as they are sleepy, as adventurous as they are snuggly, kittens bring joy to people all over the world. See the different looks and personalities...

See cute, cuddly cats in action! Accompanied by a read-along audio track, more than 70 colorful photos showcase all kinds of cats. Enjoy an insider’s view of a cat’s world with this collection of irresistible photos. You can imagine these furry friends’ purrs as they fill their days with exploration,...

Grab your bucket and join the search for all the cool bugs outside! This fun rhyming story lists all the bugs you can imagine—creep bugs, climb bugs, sticky-slime bugs! Discover the vast world of insects in this photo-filled book.

I Wonder… About Sea CreaturesDoes a hammerhead shark pound nails?Can you wish upon a starfish?Does a parrot fish eat sunflower seeds?Can a seahorse gallop?Learn the answer to these questions and many more in this fascinating 15-minute book about sea creatures. With a fun, comical question,...

I wonder … About Birds.Do snowy owls melt in the summer months?How many words can a parrot learn?How big is the pelican’s stretchy pouch?How many neck bones does a swan have?Do kookaburras laugh at people?Does an ostrich really hide by sticking its head in the ground?Learn the answer to...

I See a Kookaburra! lets readers search for an oystercatcher, an elephant shrew, and a fierce snapping turtle in the places where they live. Learn how these animals and many others grow and thrive in very different environments. Incorporated into the book is an interactive element. Hidden in...

Caldecott Honor–winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore form, color, and pattern, and capture the very unique nature of frogs in this brilliantly illustrated picture book. Perfect for fans of The Beetle Book, and young readers looking for nonfiction about this perennially fascinating animal. Long...

How big can a giant anteater grow to be? How large is an anteater’s mouth? How long is an anteater’s tongue? How do anteater mothers carry their babies? Learn the answer to these questions and many more in this 15-Minute Book. Anteaters are amazing animals with some very strange habits. How much...