Bad to the Bone: Nastiest Animals

Some small animals are surprisingly ill-tempered. This is one weapon for survival in harsh environments filled with vicious predators. Readers won't want to get in the way of a swarm of hungry army ants, an angry wolverine, or a ferocious honey badger! The predator/prey relationship and animal adaptations are two important topics in the science classroom and the basis of this series. Each entertaining book features spectacular photographs of high-interest animals in their native habitats.
• Graphic organizers summarize special adaptations of nature's toughest animals
• Fact boxes add to colorful book design and spotlight surprising and thought-provoking information
• Key science vocabulary and concepts are explained in accessible terms
• Comprehension of informational texts is a required skill of the Common Core standards
• Encourages scientific understanding of animals and their habitats