Ocean State Libraries

"Asian elephants and Mexican long-nosed bats are two examples of endangered mammals. Few of them exist in the wild. Other mammals have already gone extinct. What hurts these animals? What can you do to help?"--

Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.

Discusses several different marine mammals including dolphins, manatees, walruses, whales, and sea otters.

Discusses the characteristics of whales, porpoises, polar bears, and other mammals of the sea, the human exploitation of these animals, and efforts to preserve and increase their numbers.

Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to mammals. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Includes basic facts about a number of endangered mammals and gives information on the threats they face and on efforts to save them from extinction.

In Mammals, early readers learn about the defining characteristics of this animal group. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover what features set these animals apart. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a mammal, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about mammals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...

Text and pictures introduce a gallery of mammals.

Introduces readers to the variety of sleeping patterns found in marine mammals.