検索キーワード： 制作 "Lerner Digital ™" 動物・自然

In nature, good defenses can mean the difference between surviving a predator's attack and becoming its lunch. Some animals rely on sharp teeth and claws or camouflage. But that's only the beginning. Meet creatures with some of the strangest defenses known to science.

Did you know that some animals have natural ninja-like talents? In this book, you'll learn all about them, including geckos, sea urchins, bombardier beetles, and more. For example, geckos can grip almost any surface - including walls and ceilings - with their amazing toes. And when collector urchins are attacked, they release tiny, sharp objects that bear a striking resemblance to throwing stars. You will also meet the scientists who are studying these animals' amazing abilities.

What happens to the bodies of animals and humans after death? Nature's army of death eaters steps in to take care of cleanup. Without these masters of decomposition, our planet would be covered in rotting bodies. This high-interest science text dives into the science behind how bodies decompose.

Yorkshire terriers, also called Yorkies, are pint-sized dynamos! Listeners will learn about Yorkie history, behavior, and how to best care for them in this engaging title.

Learn which American Kennel Club group pugs belong to, how to have a happy, healthy pug, and more.

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!

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.

Labrador retrievers are playful, sweet, and super smart. Listeners will learn all about them, from the breed's history to labs' personality and physical traits, in this fun book.

Golden retrievers are one of the most popular dog breeds in America. Listeners will learn all about them, from why they are so beloved to how to care for them, in this fun book.

Dachshunds are long and low to the ground. What special care do these dogs need? And why do some consider dachshunds a farmer's best friend? Learn more about these smart dogs!

Chihuahuas are tiny, feisty, and fearless. Do you know what special jobs some chihuahuas can be trained to do? Or why you might need to buy your chihuahua a doggy sweater? Learn more about the world's smallest dogs!

Bulldogs are wrinkly, strong, and sturdy. Do you know what a bulldog's personality is like? Or what special care their wrinkles call for? Learn more about these loyal dogs!

Boxers are energetic, fun-loving, and sweet. Did you know that boxers come from Germany? Or that boxers can be trained as therapy dogs? Learn more about these intelligent canines!

Beagles are friendly, curious, and have a great sense of smell. Do you know where beagles come from? Or how some beagles help the US government? Learn more about these playful dogs!

A dog says “bow, wow” in English and “hav, hav” in Hebrew. Whimsical animals in American and Israeli settings compare their varied noises and sounds. Listeners can explore which sounds are the same and which are different in droll depictions of animals in Israel and the United States. Basic Hebrew vocabulary, including animal names and sounds, are introduced. Iconic locations like Capitol Hill and Central Park in the United States, and the Dome of the Rock and the Sea of Galilee in Israel are featured in illustrations.

Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed? In Njau, Gambia, people simply dropped the bags and went on their way. One plastic bag became two. Then 10. Then a hundred. The bags accumulated in ugly heaps alongside roads. Water pooled in them, bringing mosquitoes and disease. Some bags were burned, leaving behind a terrible smell. Some were buried, but they strangled gardens. They killed livestock that tried to eat them. Something had to change.

When Tantoh Nforba was a child, his fellow students mocked him for his interest in gardening. Today he's an environmental hero, bringing clean water and bountiful gardens to the central African nation of Cameroon. Authors Miranda Paul and Baptiste Paul share Farmer Tantoh's inspiring story.

In the cloud forests of the Amazon Basin, scientists are installing extraordinary numbers of camera traps in the hopes of learning more about an elusive species - woolly monkeys. No one knows for sure how many woolly monkeys are left in the wild. But they play a key role in their ecosystem, and without them the rain forest is in trouble. Join scientists on their quest to solve the mysteries surrounding the lives of woolly monkeys before it's too late. Scan QR codes inside the book to see and hear the monkeys!

In the dark, Kristofer Helgen and a group of scientists peered up into the treetops of the Ecuadorian cloud forest. Staring back at them was a furry, four-legged creature. Could it be the mysterious, wild olinguito? Helgen had been studying the olingo, a relative of raccoons, for years. As he examined their pelts and skulls in museums, he noticed differences in a few. Through scientific investigating, he realized the different examples weren't olingos at all - he had discovered a completely new species.

Top-selling science author Sandra Markle presents the story of whale sharks - the largest fish on the planet. Facing threats from commercial fishing as well as climate change, they were categorized as endangered in 2016. Find out how scientists are working to study and protect these gentle giants of the ocean.