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A collection of five educational audiobooks featuring fun adventures designed to stimulate children's interest in science. For children ages 6 to 10. In Spanish, Catalan, and English. A story based on the real lives of ants and the major problems they face in the nest.

How many people did the man-eating lions of Tsavo really kill in 1898? Did lions once roam wild in North America? And just how large can a lion “super pride” become? Lions have always lived at the edge of human imagination — admired as kings, feared as hunters, and woven into myth, history, and art. 101 Super Facts & More About Lions takes you deep into the real world of these legendary big cats through fast, fascinating facts and unforgettable true stories.

Löwen – manche bewundern sie als majestätische Könige der Tierwelt, andere fürchten sie als Menschenfresser. Ganz gleich, auf welcher Seite du stehst – dieses Hörbuch, 101 Superfakten & mehr über Löwen, bereichert dein Wissen über diese legendären Großkatzen mit spannenden Geschichten und überraschenden Details, die selbst echte Löwenfans verblüffen.

Wasserschweine – sanfte Riesen der Feuchtgebiete, gesellig und hervorragende Schwimmer. Von den Wäldern des Amazonas bis zu den Überschwemmungsgebieten des Pantanal prägen sie ihre Lebensräume und faszinieren Forscher wie Tierfreunde.

Over the canyon, the sun scalds the air and bakes the desert mud to stone. But under the shade of the canyon hides another world, where bighorn sheep bound from rock to rock on the hillside, roadrunners make their nests in sturdy cacti, and banded geckos tuck themselves into the shelter of the sand. Discover the wonders concealed in the curves of the canyon and all the secret life hidden in its arms.

Over four hundred shark species swim in Earth's waters. Listeners will discover incredible facts about what sharks look like, how they hunt, and more in this fun book!

At one time, red wolves roamed the US from southern New York to as far south as Florida and as far west as Texas. But as European settlers moved in, these wolves began losing their home range and were hunted as a threat. Red wolves became so rare by 1973 that they were given protection under the US Endangered Species Act. Then scientists came up with a daring plan: round up all remaining red wolves, launch a captive breeding program, and once the captive population was large enough, release red wolves to roam free in protected areas.

If you think poems about nature are all pretty flowers and rainbow sunsets, this book is not for you. If you can’t handle giant whale farts, turn back right now. If you don’t want to know how lobsters pee, do not read one word further. Seriously, if you open this book, you’re going to find out the disgusting truth about where honey comes from!

Embark on a captivating journey through the wilds of our planet with "Critter Chronicles: Fun Facts about Animals for Kids." This mesmerizing children's book unveils the astonishing lives of animals across diverse ecosystems, from the luminescent depths of the ocean to the icy expanses of the Arctic, the lush canopies of rain forests, and the vast openness of the plains.

What is your favorite animal? Do you like furry mammals or feathery birds? In this nonfiction series, emerging leaners can learn about different animal classes. Features including question prompts, fun facts, and summaries engage young listeners with the text and offer even more information about the animal kingdom!

Have you ever heard of a mammal that lays eggs? What about a mammal that can give birth to 50 babies at once? Young listeners learn all about echidnas, Tasmanian devils, and other mammals with unusual life cycles.

Animals survive in the wild against predators. Many animals, like the salamander, can regenerate limbs–arms, tails, toes, and hearts! Can you guess how long it takes the salamander to grow a new limb? Learn about other animals like the octopus with this same protection. Not all animals have cells that can regenerate limbs for their survival. What do you do if you find an injured animal?

The Elly award goes to the animal with the best nose! Learn about different animals’ noses and how their noses help them to survive in different ways.

Do you think you are a good climber? You probably can't beat a mountain goat! Known as Kings of the Mountain, they can climb the steepest of mountains, even as babies! Learn the special anatomical features of their bodies that allows goats to seemingly climb straight up mountains and even jump nearly 12 feet in the air. Do you think you can go toe-to-toe with the goats?

Animals have different-looking ears, yet, help them to hear! Some animals have large floppy ears like the bunny, who points each ear in different directions–hearing two sounds at once! The harbor seal that has no ears, yet hears through holes that close when it dives! Whether floppy or unnoticed–these animals have ears perfect for hearing!

Some animals have skin that will shock you! Well, they may not actually shock you but the skin has unique abilities that might surprise you. Learn how certain animals are able to change their appearance by changing skin color or texture, how others can make you sick with their poison, or animals whose skins peel off. Just imagine what it would be like to live in these skins!

While Lydia and Ryan play hide-and-seek, they find animals that seem to disappear before their eyes! Learn about camouflage and the cool way it helps animals—and people, too!—blend into their surroundings. Will Ryan be able to find Lydia after she camouflages herself?

What animal makes the best pet? A tiger? A grizzly bear? A T-Rex? A killer whale? Or a puppy? Learn why all but one of these animals make great pets and all the things you need to do to properly care for your special pet!

If you take a hike on a warm summer day, you'll see bees collecting nectar, foxes feasting on fruits and berries, and more! Learn about what animals do in the summer to get ready for the long winter ahead.

Bees pollinate the flowers of the plants we eat. Without pollination, plants can't grow fruits and seeds. Which foods would you miss if we didn't have honeybees? So next time you're eating a meal, stop and thank the bees for their hard work!