Each book in this series introduces an aspect of the natural or technological world, providing a wealth of fascinating information. Simple text and detailed illustrations combine to answer the question of each title in clear, step-by-step stages. Where appropriate, there are safe and easy experiments to help clarify explanations.

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Many years ago, the proudest animal in the jungle was not the peacock. The proudest animal was the tiger. In this timeless folktale from Vietnam, we see how Tiger's pride leads him to covet wisdom and, with the help of a wise farmer, earn his stripes.

Provides an explanation of animal camouflage, including what it is, why animals use it, and different types of camouflage.

Why are polar bears so white? And how come deer have spots? Is that a snake tucked out of sight? Do eggs have polka dots?

Working from firsthand interviews and investigations, journalist Meacham offers a balanced, probing, fascinating analysis of how tiger extinction is happening and what is being done to try and stop it. For those readers eager to understand the ecological and political forces at play behind the tiger's endangerment and for those who simply love tigers, this book offers an informed, compassionate view that can make a difference.

How did tiger get their stripes? This story tells of how an elephant and his friends gave a fierce and wicked tiger stripes that never went away.

Questions and answers explore the scientific aspects of the world around us.