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81) Clever creatures
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"The sea is full of clever creatures! From the smart and suckered giant Pacific octopus, to the powerful punching peacock mantis shrimp, and some seriously brainy coral-come and check it out at the aquarium"--
Author
Publisher
Kids Can Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Animal intelligence is on display in this . . . exploration of the unique smarts of loads of creatures! Sure, humans are smart. But scientists are discovering that we're not the only smart creatures on the planet. In some cases, humans are not even the smartest. For example: Some birds can store seeds in thousands of different places and then remember where they are months later. Octopuses can camouflage themselves as rocks, plants or other animals...
Author
Publisher
Twelve
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Bruno Littlemore, the world's first chimpanzee with the ability to speak, tells the story of primatologist Lydia Littlemore's efforts to educate him; his untimely outbursts, which ultimately cost Lydia her job; and the unforgettable road trip that follows.
84) Chimpanzees
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to chimpanzees. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
Author
Publisher
Random House Audio
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
In the Genius in All of Us, author David Shenk unveils new scientific research to put the kibosh on the long-standing notion concerning genetic giftedness. Infusing genetics and biology research with cognitive science and child development studies, Shenk presents a refreshingly optimistic discussion on human potential.
89) Crows
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to crows. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade."--
90) Rats
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to rats. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
Author
Publisher
Wide Eyed Editions
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Humans think they invent everything, but the fact is, us animals have invented ways of solving problems, making unbelievable materials, ways of getting around and working out how to survive on our own for millions of years. In this book you will meet the animal inventors who have shared their super inventing powers to make amazing things for humans."--Back cover.
92) Octopuses
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to octopuses. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Octopuses can mimic other underwater animals, make tools below the waves, and . . . sneak out of almost anywhere. When an injured octopus was brought to the National Aquarium of New Zealand, the clever creature soon became a crowd favorite. That is, until Inky the octopus made his great escape back to the ocean. Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these cunning creatures...
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Explores how animals understand the world around them through the eyes of three iconic creatures: dogs, birds, and dolphins. As we discover how scientists are pushing the animal mind to its limits, we'll uncover surprising similarities to, and differences from--the human mind.
Author
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Birds have not been known for their high IQs, which is why a person of questionable intelligence is sometimes called a "birdbrain." Yet in the past two decades, the study of avian intelligence has witnessed dramatic advances. From a time when birds were seen as simple instinct machines responding only to stimuli in their external worlds, we now know that some birds have complex internal worlds as well. This beautifully illustrated book provides an...
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Sometimes animals need help, and sometimes they do the helping! Readers will sit on the edge of their seats as they read these exhilarating-and completely true!-stories of heroic animals and animal rescues. Filled with engaging photos, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, readers won't want to put this book down. This collection includes the Courageous Canine, Dog Finds Lost Dolphins, and Tiger in Trouble Chapter Books.
