Introduction to the study of mammals is full of colorful illustrations and presented in an engaging format.

"When European explorers first saw manatees in the New World, they believed these large, graceful swimmers were mermaids! But while manatees were well adapted to their marine environments, they were not ready for human carelessness. In recent decades, many manatees have been killed by boats and habitat loss, and the population plummeted. This book explores the issues surrounding manatee survival. It takes a look at how people were the problem when...

Traces the development of mammal species, including human beings, during the Cenozoic era.

"Amanda is surprised to learn that she is a mammal. It must be true. She learns the characteristics of mammals in this fun song paired with beautiful illustrations."--Publisher's website.

Readers use the alphabet to learn about some of the more unusual mammals of the world.

A young boy encounters all sorts of cats while searching for the one he lost.

Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of dogs, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, and offer guidance on dog care and training.

Illustrations and text in question and answer format provide a variety of information about mammals.