Insects that look like leaves, snakes that play dead, fish that fly, and toads with poisonous skin - these animals are among the many creatures that defend themselves in fascinating ways. Almost every animal is hunted as food by some other kind of animal and has developed ways to defend itself against predators. "Animal Defenses" presents the wide variety of physical and behavioral adaptations used by animals in their struggle to survive and shows how scientists continue to make new discoveries about the age-old maneuvering between predator and prey.

This is a book written by a kid for kids. Duncan Levy chose 20 land animals and 11 sea animals to research and share his opinion. It contains facts that are fun to learn delivered through type of wit you would expect from a bright 8-year old.
Animals on land Duncan discusses include: albatross, baboon, bobcat, cheetah, eagle, flamingo, gorilla, hyena, leopard, lion, moose, parrot, penguin, porcupine, red fox, seal tiger, walrus, wolf, and the polar bear. Animals in the sea include: boxfix, dolphins, eel, schools of fish, jellyfish, hammerhead, humback whales, killer whales, rays, salmon, sharks, and stonefish.

This very funny story is about an English family who go to live on the Greek island of Corfu. Gerald, the youngest boy, loves animals and insects. He brings scorpions, spiders, birds, snakes and other animals to the house, and they get him into lots of trouble.
Penguin Graded Reader Level 3 (Book + CD Pack) Contemporary / British English

With Far Out! Exploring Nature with Binoculars, not only do kids get their own set of binoculars, but they also get to read fascinating facts about animals. The guide explains how to use the binoculars, what animals to look for in different habitats, and how to observe them, as well as handy tips on exploring nature.

Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with leading literacy experts, DK Readers are an innovative range of graded readers combining a highly visual approach with stories that children will want to read.

Animals at Home takes a warm and fuzzy look at the homes of animals-from bird's nests and beaver lodges to turtle shells and beehives.