"Text and photographs introduce the natural world in winter."--T.p .verso.

Baby animals spend the summer growing, playing, and learning from their parents.

Bears roam North America from the waters of the Canadian Arctic to the forests of the southeast United States. Black, grizzly, and polar bears are thrilling to discover in the wild and exciting to study. In order to appreciate how wonderful bears are, it helps to see them and get to know them. With a lively and informative text and stunning photography, Hirschi and Mangelsen offer a look at the lives and behaviors of bears and the challenges that...

Examines the anatomy, habitat, behavior, life cycle, and legends of the torpedo-shaped fish.

Text and illustrations explore the variety of animal life found in the desert.

Introduces the inhabitants of the forest, such as rabbits, chipmunks, owls, squirrels, bear, deer, and trout.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of this marine mammal.

Text and photographs portray early morning in a swamp as the animals begin their day's activities.