From the classic "Why do leopards have spots?" and the not-so-obvious "Why can't penguins fly?" to the amazing "How many ants can an anteater eat?" this book is packed with perennially asked questions about animals.

Colourful, surprising and full of information, the I Wonder Why books have set thousands of young minds buzzing. I Wonder Why Camels Have Humps is the perfect introduction to animals, featuring huge whales, stripy zebras, birds that can fly backwards and much more.

A book about animal adaptation.

"Introduces readers to the science behind animal adaptations, [examining] how camels' humps help them store food and remain cool in the hot desert"--

This wonderful resource from two authors with an infectious enthusiasm for children's literature will help readers select and share quality books for and with young children. Specifically focused on infants through the third grade, Sharing the Journey contains descriptive book annotations, instructive commentary, and creative teaching activities tailored for those important years. Extensive book lists throughout will help readers build a library of quality children's literature. Books representing other cultures are included to help celebrate diversity as well as cultural connection. Genre chapters include poetry, fantasy, and realistic and historical fiction. A chapter on informational books demonstrates how young children can be introduced to, and learn to enjoy, nonfiction.