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There are many different kinds of penguins, but they all protect their eggs the same way. Leveled text helps young listeners learn about these birds.

Animals survive in the wild against predators. Many animals, like the salamander, can regenerate limbs–arms, tails, toes, and hearts! Can you guess how long it takes the salamander to grow a new limb? Learn about other animals like the octopus with this same protection. Not all animals have cells that can regenerate limbs for their survival. What do you do if you find an injured animal?

Animals have different-looking ears, yet, help them to hear! Some animals have large floppy ears like the bunny, who points each ear in different directions–hearing two sounds at once! The harbor seal that has no ears, yet hears through holes that close when it dives! Whether floppy or unnoticed–these animals have ears perfect for hearing!

The Elly award goes to the animal with the best nose! Learn about different animals’ noses and how their noses help them to survive in different ways.

Do you think you are a good climber? You probably can't beat a mountain goat! Known as Kings of the Mountain, they can climb the steepest of mountains, even as babies! Learn the special anatomical features of their bodies that allows goats to seemingly climb straight up mountains and even jump nearly 12 feet in the air. Do you think you can go toe-to-toe with the goats?

Some animals have skin that will shock you! Well, they may not actually shock you but the skin has unique abilities that might surprise you. Learn how certain animals are able to change their appearance by changing skin color or texture, how others can make you sick with their poison, or animals whose skins peel off. Just imagine what it would be like to live in these skins!

While Lydia and Ryan play hide-and-seek, they find animals that seem to disappear before their eyes! Learn about camouflage and the cool way it helps animals—and people, too!—blend into their surroundings. Will Ryan be able to find Lydia after she camouflages herself?

What animal makes the best pet? A tiger? A grizzly bear? A T-Rex? A killer whale? Or a puppy? Learn why all but one of these animals make great pets and all the things you need to do to properly care for your special pet!

If you take a hike on a warm summer day, you'll see bees collecting nectar, foxes feasting on fruits and berries, and more! Learn about what animals do in the summer to get ready for the long winter ahead.

Over the canyon, the sun scalds the air and bakes the desert mud to stone. But under the shade of the canyon hides another world, where bighorn sheep bound from rock to rock on the hillside, roadrunners make their nests in sturdy cacti, and banded geckos tuck themselves into the shelter of the sand. Discover the wonders concealed in the curves of the canyon and all the secret life hidden in its arms.

Nos preparamos en casa para enfrentarnos a desastres naturales y emergencias climáticas. Si se acercan vientos fuertes, inundaciones y tormentas de nieve podemos quedarnos (resistir) o irnos (evacuar). ¿Pero qué pasas cuando los zoológicos, acuarios o santuarios están en el camino de la tormenta? ¿Cómo se prepara el personal del zoológico para proteger a los animales? ¿Quién puede ir a ayudarles?

Just like human families, animal families come in all shapes and sizes. Many fathers in the wild have unusual and unselfish roles in the rearing of their offspring. While some animal fathers may never meet or know their offspring, there are some that protect and shelter their children. Others feed or teach their young. Let’s learn more about each of these Wild Fathers and their important duties.

Bees pollinate the flowers of the plants we eat. Without pollination, plants can't grow fruits and seeds. Which foods would you miss if we didn't have honeybees? So next time you're eating a meal, stop and thank the bees for their hard work!

Al igual que las familias de los humanos, las familias de los animales tienen diferentes formas y tamaños. Muchos padres animales en la naturaleza tienen roles inusuales y generosos en la crianza de sus hijos. Mientras que algunos padres animales puede que nunca conozcan a sus descendientes, hay algunos que protegen y dan cobijo a sus pequeños. Otros alimentan o enseñan a sus hijos. Aprendamos más sobre cada uno de estos padres salvajes y sus tareas esenciales.

We prepare at home for natural disasters and weather emergencies. If high winds, floods, and snowstorms are heading our way, we can stay (ride it out) or leave (evacuate). But what happens when zoos, aquariums, or sanctuaries are in the storm’s path? How do zoo staff plan to protect the animals? Who can come to help them after the storm has passed?

Explore the amazing world of animals by listening to "3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults." More than 3,000 fascinating facts about animals from all over the world are included in this fascinating book, which is a veritable gold mine of information. This collection of trivia is meant to amuse and inform listeners of all ages, and it offers endless hours of fun and learning. Listeners will go to the depths of the ocean and the magnificent African savannah on an exciting adventure through the animal kingdom.

Newly reintroduced along with his pack to Yellowstone National Park, Wolf 8 struggles at first. Small and bullied by his siblings, he must learn to fend for himself in his new home, learning to hunt, compete for food, and even stand up to a grizzly bear 10 times his size. One day, little 8 meets an alpha female raising a litter of pups on her own. Her mate was killed by humans. Can little 8 rise to the occasion and help the young family survive? Is he ready to be an alpha wolf?

Fathers come in all shapes and sizes. In the animal kingdom, fathers have some fascinating (and strange!) ways of helping their young. Some animal dads protect their babies. Some provide food. Some teach survival skills.

The inquisitive robotic canine, BootBot Travels back to our time, embarks on an adventure through the Animal Kingdom like never before. This interactive book invites you to guess the animals through comic clues and multiple-choice questions. Meet friendly giants, playful swimmers, and curious critters while testing your knowledge and discovering amazing facts. Perfect for young explorers and wildlife enthusiasts alike, this adventure is full of excitement and discovery. Open the book, make your guesses, and dive into the wild with BootBots!

Over four hundred shark species swim in Earth's waters. Listeners will discover incredible facts about what sharks look like, how they hunt, and more in this fun book!