The science of living things

Introduces food chains and webs, featuring both herbivores and carnivores. Energy, food production, and decomposition in various ecosystems are also discussed.

Introduces the life cycles of plants, insects, amphibians, reptiles, fish, birds, mammals, and humans, discussing birth, growth, parental care, and reproduction.

In the animal world, the easiest way to avoid being eaten is to avoid being seen. What are Camouflage and Mimicry? examines animals that use unique colorization to avoid their predators - or to sneak up on prey! So highly developed is the camouflage of some animals, that they are virtually impossible to see. Examples include: • spots and stripes that blend into the shadows • bright colors that warn of toxic poisons • animals that look like rocks,...

A simple presentation of the migratory habits of such animals as geese, eels, frogs and toads, and more.