"Big brothers are amazing! Did you know that big brothers are important in animal families, too? Animal big brothers do many of the same things as kid big brothers. They play with their younger siblings, teach them new things, and help with their care. Sometimes animal big brothers even babysit when their parents leave to hunt for food. Are you a big brother or do you have a big brother?"--

Examines the history, design, construction, and uses of theaters and describes some notable examples.

Little Sea Otter tries everything to avoid going to sleep, including saying good night to all of the creatures above and below the ocean's surface.

Going on a walk with Grandma can take a long time as she loves to spot and watch the behavior of animals.

In early spring, Canada Goose patiently sits on a clutch of eggs for several weeks then, when five fluffly goslings finally hatch, she and her mate teach them all they need to know about swimming, finding food, taking care of themselves, and, finally, flying.

Examines the nature and behavior of many small creatures, from millipedes to earthworms, that live in the dar, cool dampness under stones. Suggests several related activities.

Follows an ant through her first summer of helping gather food for her nestmates while trying to avoid danger.

"What's a great way for kids to learn about learning? Tell them how an otter takes swimming lessons, or how a chick learns to peck! Short entries portray how twelve different animals are taught various "lessons." Loads of information about nature is offered in brief, kid-friendly explanations paired with striking illustrations"-- "Short entries portray how 12 different animals are taught various "lessons." Chicks learn to peck to get their bellies...

Briefly describes some of the creatures that live in a tide pool, including periwinkles, limpets, and sea stars. Suggests several related activities.