The humorous and fun information about a snowy owl makes this new reading experience a treat.

"A historically large irruption of snowy owls during the winter of 2013-2014 brought them across the eastern US, and farther south than usual. Scientists used this opportunity to attach GPS tracking devices to some snowy owls to increase understanding of their winter behavior and migration."--

"Engaging images accompany information about the fighting abilities of Arctic foxes and snowy owls. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"-- Provided by publisher.

Unlike other owls, snowy owls have feathers that cover their legs and feet to keep them warm in the freezing tundra. They have sharp beaks and claws to help them catch lemmings, mice, and rabbits. Readers learn about the lives of these fascinating birds through engaging text and striking photographs. They explore common elementary science curriculum topics, including predator-prey relationships and adaptations, in an accessible, exciting way. Detailed...

Information about the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of snowy owls is woven into a story.

They're soft, fluffy, cuddly, and cute and they all live in the freezing cold. Time to meet the snow babies! From roly-poly polar bear cubs happy at play to seal pups snuggling and penguin chicks waddling, there's nothing more adorable than these wintry animals.

"This book covers information (life cycle, appearance, habitat) about the snowy owl. Each chapter discusses an aspect of the snowy owl's life, comparing the bird to a similar bird and to a very different bird"--

School is out for the summer, and Max and Marla are off to Australia! Max has always wanted to see koalas, after all. He makes sure to pack his camera for the trip, so that he can capture every moment and remember this vacation. Off they head by air and by sea, with Max looking for just the perfect shot along the way. But when he keeps missing the amazing sights while focusing his lens, Marla knows that she needs to step in. In this final story in...