Jim Arnosky

Every autumn a bear shows up behind the farm, and goes through a series of routines before finding a den among the hilltop boulders where he sleeps all winter long.

"Describes how some animals survive in frigid regions, including muskrats, walruses, and the Arctic fox. With great five fold-out pages"--

Looks at mysterious creatures from legend, natural history, and controversial contemporary sightings.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and survival techniques of different kinds of land and sea turtles.

"In the sixth picture book in his Sterling gatefold series, acclaimed nature writer and illustrator Jim Arnosky introduces awe-inspiring wild predators: carnivores that survive through tooth and claw. Follow the huge paw prints of big cats like the African lion and the speedy cheetah; of massive bears like the fierce grizzly; and the grey wolf. A spectacular double gatefold plus two single foldouts present the animals up close and lifelike!"--

An illustrated introduction to trees and woodlands with information on how to identify the bark and the leaves, the many ways that animals use trees, and how to read the individual history that shapes every tree.

"Explore your own backyard with Crinkleroot as he shows you how to protect the natural world around us"--Jacket.

In spoken-word song with rhyming text, a turkey describes his life in a large flock, always looking out for other creatures that might find him tasty. (Internet component includes downloadable song) --Provided by publisher

"When Little Burro's band of burros leaves her canyon, Little Burro does not want to follow, but she soon finds out that visiting new places can be fun"--

A curious young raccoon takes an unexpected trip downstream in a small wooden boat.