Real-Life Vampires

Even without eerie visions of men and women bearing their fangs, the idea of drinking blood can make our blood run cold! However, there are some in the animal kingdom that thrive off the blood of other animals. Readers can sink their teeth into this high-interest topic and learn a lot about creepy creatures like lampreys, leeches, and vampire finches. Fact boxes highlight especially cool or freaky information about these animals' habits while an eye-catching layout keeps readers turning pages.

• Features up-close photographs of bloodsucking animals in action

• Reinforces important science concepts, such as the balance of an ecosystem and the predator-prey relationships

• Includes safety information concerning diseases carried by fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes