Crocodiles are intelligent and social animals that communicate in many ways. A group of crocodiles in water is called a float, and a group on land is called a bask. They are masters at hiding in water and waiting for an unlucky animal to wander by. Readers discover many fun facts about what life is like in a group of crocodiles and see colorful, up-close photographs of the fierce reptiles in their natural habitat. Accessible text and a helpful graphic organizer allow readers to independently explore the fascinating lives of these amazing animals.

"Wallace and Bostock... do an exceptional job of suggesting how the world appears through crocodilian eyes. A terrific introduction to crocodiles, as well as swamps and predation." --Booklist, starred review

For fans of The Trail, Out of My Shell, and The Honest Truth, Wild Survival is the story of a girl finding her voice . . . and fightingfor survival. Twelve-year-old Adrianna Villalobos and her older brother Feye travel the globe with their parents, the hosts of a suspenseful nature show called "Wild Survival!" The show features daring animal rescues and the work the family does at their animal sanctuary. They've recently gotten an offer to take the show from YouTube to a TV network, and Adrianna is thrilled. So far, she's always been behind the scenes, but now she gets to join the rest of her family onscreen. She can't wait to bring her passion for animals to a wide audience.Their first stop is the lush mangrove forests of Cuba, where they're going to help rescue an injured crocodile. But things get off to a rocky start when Feye is injured in an accident partially caused by Adrianna. The status of the show is in jeopardy, and Adrianna's parents want her back behind the scenes, or maybe even back at home.Adrianna is determined to prove herself, and save the show-whatever it takes. Even if that means confronting the legendary Mega Croc of Cuba that's rumored to inhabit the murky waters around their base camp.Based on the author's real-life wildlife encounters, this middle-grade series will include real animal facts, light illustration of the creatures mentioned in each book, and an Author's Note from Melissa.

This is a novel about men and women ... the women we are, the women we would like to be, the women we shall perhaps one day become. It is also a novel about love, friendship, betrayal, money, dreams and a little white lie and its hilarious, life-changing consequences.

Presents stories and adventures of Brady Barr, a zoologist and daring explorer who sometimes dresses up in a crocodile suit or crawls into a hole full of crocodiles.

Two siblings battle stormy weather and a hungry crocodile when they’re trapped overnight in the branches of a tree. From bestselling authors Juliet Fry and Scott Peters comes a gripping tale of survival for young readers. On a stormy night in Australia's Northern Territory, teen siblings Jade and Noah find themselves in a harrowing predicament. High up in a tree, they huddle together as the wind howls and the rain pours down. Below them, lurking in the river, a hungry crocodile patiently waits for an opportunity. Jade and Noah may know a lot about crocs and the bush, but right now, they're just scared kids. With no phone service to call for help and the relentless rainstorm making their situation worse, survival seems like a distant hope. Will they make it through the night and out of this dangerous encounter with the cunning crocodile? This is the 15th children's book in the I Escaped Series about brave boys and girls who face real-world challenges and find ways to escape disaster. The short chapters make for easy wins, and the kids’ gripping situation keeps even reluctant readers turning pages to find out what will happen next. Great for kids book clubs and classrooms. A study guide is available at scottpetersbooks.com/worksheets

A complex magical potion has the ability to unlock the secret resting place of the lost talisman, a magic so powerful that it could end Coral’s struggle against the Master. But obtaining this power will leave her loved ones exposed to the ravaging of her greatest enemy. Can Coral sacrifice everything to defeat the Master, or will she relent to save those she loves? Coral is forced into hiding to recover from her near defeat at the hands of the Master. But she is not alone. With an unexpected mentor by her side, she embarks on a voyage to discover the resting place of the lost talisman—a magical item so powerful that it could change the tide of her fight against her true enemy. However, obtaining the talisman stretches Coral further than she could ever imagine. The Master lays waste to Coral’s former life, turning the entire ocean against her and the Octopods. With each passing day, the life she fought so hard to create is dismantled, piece by piece. When Coral’s friends are targeted, Coral is torn between sacrificing everything she holds dear to finish her quest or returning to fight for those she loves. Will Coral endure and claim the lost talisman, or will she abandon her vendetta to save her loved ones? The Lost Talisman is the fourth installment in the Ocean Academy series. If you enjoy reading stories filled with impossible odds, dangerous quests, self-sacrifice, and powerful magic, then you’ll love the fourth year of the Ocean Academy—Sarah Elizabeth’s innovative addition to the Academy genre. Buy your copy today!

An exciting story about a group of children who discover how wonderful monkeys are!