Animal Champions

Who would have thought to crown the vampire bat the "champion of sucking blood"? Or the monarch butterfly the "champion of tasting gross"? This book engages readers with all kinds of animals—and highlights their amazing adaptations with funny awards! At-level text describes the bodies and behavior of animals that live in certain places, including the jungle, mountains, ocean, and sky, complementing science classroom learning about habitats and animal life cycles. Full-color photographs with labels complement the science content and bring these animal champions into clear focus.

• Fun fact-filled content draws in reluctant readers
• Emphasis on adaptations supports elementary science curricula
• Playful tone connects with emerging readers