Bad to the Bone: Nastiest Animals
Some small animals are surprisingly ill-tempered. This is one weapon for survival in harsh environments filled with vicious predators. Readers won't want to get in the way of a swarm of hungry army ants, an angry wolverine, or a ferocious honey badger! The predator/prey relationship and animal adaptations are two important topics in the science classroom and the basis of this series. Each entertaining book features spectacular photographs of high-interest animals in their native habitats. • Graphic organizers summarize special adaptations of nature's toughest animals • Fact boxes add to colorful book design and spotlight surprising and thought-provoking information • Key science vocabulary and concepts are explained in accessible terms • Comprehension of informational texts is a required skill of the Common Core standards • Encourages scientific understanding of animals and their habitats
