Survival of the Fittest: Extreme Adaptations

By Louise Spilsbury

Book Overview

Over time, the traits and actions that are best suited to prolonging animals' lives in a place are passed down, making them just normal parts of life. Migration, hibernation, stripes, and even the shape of a bird's beak are all adaptations to the environment an animal lives in. Through a colorful layout and up-close photographs, this volume introduces readers to some of the coolest adaptations in the animal kingdom, including how kangaroos keep cool by licking themselves and letting the moisture evaporate. Sidebars offer extra science content and fascinating facts to keep readers engaged throughout.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482422522
• ISBN13: 9781482422528
• Release Date: December 2014
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.8" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6