How do Animals Adapt?

by Bobbie Kalman, Niki Walker

This title is suitable for ages 6-12. Certain sea slugs have developed a remarkable defensive adaptation - they can use the stinging cells of the sea anemones they eat to protect themselves. Whether adapting over millions of years or in the blink of an eye, this book examines the ever-changing world of animals. Children will thrill at discovering: why animals need to adapt; animals that can 'see' using sounds; how animals use camouflage and mimicry to protect themselves; and how wild animals have adapted to habitat loss and learned to live in cities.

Genres: Science

32 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2000

About the author

Bobbie Kalman is a Hungarian-born children's author and publisher known for educational nonfiction books widely used in schools and libraries. After fleeing Hungary with her family during the 1956 Revolution, she later settled in North America. With backgrounds in English, psychology, and education, she wrote more than 800 books, including “Refugee Child” and several popular curriculum-based series.

Reviews

[Mary Beth]

A good review of animal adaptations. We liked that it had good photographs to go along with the text.

[Richard (Rick)]

I bought this book to teach animal adaptation to my kids. I thought it was excellent! Fun pictures, and good textual explanations. My daughter was so engaged she finished reading it after I could only do the first half with them in one setting.

[Denise]

Solid book on adaptation. Nice amount of information.