Kids love to compare the mightiest animals and ponder who might win in a matchup. The bizarre pairs in this entertaining set will spur readers' imaginations and inform them of the need-to-know info about cool creatures. The deadly blue-ringed octopus, hefty rhino, and fearsome great white shark are a few of the high-interest animals featured in these creative beast battles. The accessible content focuses on adaptations, habitats, and life cycles, which are topics that support elementary science curricula. Features include: Fact boxes that make animals' traits easy to compare. Readers are invited to name the winner of the beast battle after a review of the material at the conclusion. Next Generation Science Standards at the elementary level include a focus on survival mechanisms of organisms.

When animals of different species are at odds, their unique adaptations are on display. The creatures in this popular, action-packed collection are unlikely opponents, but an imaginative "matchup" allows readers to discover their traits and weigh in on who might be the winner in a real-life clash. An eye-catching design and loads of thought-provoking statistics will excite readers about bizarre beast battles comparing strength, size, intelligence, and more. Featured animals, such as the great white shark, Tyrannosaurus rex, and boa constrictor, were selected for their high-interest appeal. Features include: Bite-size fact boxes and thrilling photographs of animals make this a motivating set for developing readers. Each volume encourages readers to construct an opinion about "the winner" using fact-based evidence. Animal adaptations are a key component of elementary science curricula, including the Next Generation Science Standards.

Famously feisty Tasmanian devils and perpetually ravenous hyenas may not seem to have a lot in common. However, both carnivores are ready to kill at a moment's notice. For those who wonder what would happen if one beast was pitted against another, this lively volume has the answers. It breaks down each hunter's adaptations that have helped it survive in its wild habitat, such as the Tasmanian devil's brawny bite and the hyena's staggering stamina. Incredible action photographs demonstrate key points in the text, giving readers a ringside seat to a wild fight to the finish.

Imagine a battle between a bird and a rhinoceros. It might seem obvious that the rhinoceros would triumph, but the outcome isn't so clear when the bird in question is a cassowary. This is a large, heavy creature with a reputation as the world's deadliest bird. Young readers will thrill at the knowledge they uncover as they try to figure out which of these fascinating animals might prove victorious if they were to confront each other. Age-appropriate text addresses important science concepts. Vibrant images support the narrative and striking statistics enrich the accessible information.

A conflict between two herbivores might not sound like much of a battle, but when those plant eaters are powerful animals like a kangaroo and a gorilla, one can envision a real clash. Discoveries about the lives of these animals will enthrall young readers as they try to guess which might triumph in an imaginary encounter between the two. Accessible text with stunning statistics highlights important science concepts. Powerful, eye-catching images help maintain enthusiasm for the newly learned information.

What would happen if the largest of Central and South America's big cats faced off with a fast African creature equipped with sharp tusks? The imagined battle between the jaguar and warthog featured in this book will captivate young readers as they learn about these animals' unique adaptations. Fascinating facts about how these creatures compare, including their teeth size, habitats, and intelligence, allow readers to decide for themselves who would win a one-on-one match. Eye-catching photographs and a dynamic design keep young readers engaged with new information that supports elementary science curricula.