Gives readers an up-close look at the complex social behavior of meerkats. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author. From an emperor penguin balancing an egg on its feet to a herd of elephants mourning their matriarch's death on the African savanna, the natural world is full of compelling stories. With up-close storytelling and vibrant photos, readers of this series will feel like they are migrating with monarchs and sprinting with cheetahs. These books are perfect complements to curriculum about animal adaptations and life cycles. Additional features include a fast facts spread, maps, critical-thinking questions, an author introduction, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, and sources for further research.
