Melissa Gish

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, life cycle, and conservation of North American gray wolves.

A detailed chronology of developmental milestones drives this life study of swans, including their habitats, physical features, and conservation measures taken to protect these long-necked water birds.

"Explore the deepest regions of the world's oceans and learn about the life forms that dwell there. First-person accounts from scientists answer important questions about deep-sea animals and hydrothermal vents"--

"A detailed chronology of developmental milestones drives this life study of polar bears, including their habitats, physical features, and conservation measures taken to protect these clear-haired marine mammals"--

"Brimming with photos and scientific facts, Elephants treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive zoological profile of this marvelous mammal of Africa and Asia. Translated into North American Spanish, it includes sidebars, a range map, a glossary, and an elephant folk tale from India"--

"A scientific look at brown bears, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their coat, behaviors, relationships with humans, and elusiveness of the apex predators in the world today"--

Describes various snake species, their life cycles, distinctive characteristics, and benefits to humans.

"A countdown of five of the most fascinating FBI Hostage Rescue Team achievements provides thrills as readers learn about the training, skills, and gear utilized by this elite special operations force"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes fossil discoveries, how and when they were made, and what they tell us about the earth's history.

"A scientific look at hawks, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their wings, behaviors, relationships with humans, and variety of the hunting raptors in the world today"--