Teach kids about an amazing aspect of nature. With accessible text and substantive information, these books are excellent resources on camouflage. Readers will discover how camouflage helps animals survive, and delight in the challenge of finding the animal in its natural habitat.

New light is thrown on the secrets of animal camouflage in this delightfully illustrated new Shine-a-Light title. Children will discover how animals hide by ingeniously adapting to their environment. From stick insects hiding on branches to the extraordinary owl butterly with wing patterns which resemble the eyes of an owl, the simple text and beautiful illustrations reveal the secrets of this spectacular world. The unique design of the book allows children to discover a "hidden" image by holding the page up to a bright light. For children aged 3 and up, this is the perfect introduction to the hidden mysteries of the natural world.

Describes forms, methods, and purposes of camouflage as used by different members of the animal kingdom.

“The captivating cut-paper–and-ink illustrations . . . perfectly suit the prose’s quiet grandeur. . . . Charming, scenic, and a winning must for the youngest polar bear lovers.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Follow a magnificent polar bear through a fantastic world of snow and shockingly blue sea. Over the ice, through the water, past Arctic animals and even a human . . . where is he going? What does he want? Acclaimed author Mac Barnett’s narration deftly balances suspense and emotion, as well as poignant, subtle themes, compelling us to follow the bear with each page turn. Artist Shawn Harris’s striking torn-paper illustrations layer white-on-white hues with bolts of blue and an interplay of shadow and light for a gorgeous view of a stark yet beautiful landscape. Simple and thought-provoking, illuminating and intriguing, this engaging picture book will have readers pondering the answer to its final question long after the polar bear has continued on his way.

Introduces young readers to some of the stealthiest camouflaged animals in the natural world and asks them to seek out these animals hiding in plain sight.--

Learn about animals that blend in with their surroundings to avoid predators.

Mother Nature's Self Defense: Hidden In Plain Sight In the wild, survival is an intricate dance of deception and adaptation. Meet the masters of disguise—the creatures that defy detection, blending seamlessly into their surroundings. The Amazing Series delves into the captivating world of shape shifting, cryptic coloration, mimicry, and cunning camouflage strategies employed by animals across the globe. The Amazing Series invites you to explore the secrets of survival hidden in plain view. From the Arctic fox’s seasonal coat changes to the octopus’s mesmerizing skin transformations, this book unveils nature’s ultimate game of hide-and-seek. Prepare to be amazed by the ingenuity of evolution and the astonishing feats of animals that vanish before our eyes. This book will also cover the impact of these tactics and the importance of protecting camouflaged species whenever you come across them out in the wild. It is time to blend in and enter the world of camouflage. Discover the artistry of nature’s disappearing acts. Are you ready to see the unseen?

This stunning book looks at how animals use camouflage in seven distinct ecosystems spanning the globe: swamp, desert, rainforest, savanna, deciduous forest, arctic, and coral reef. For each habitat, a lush full-page spread is followed by the key that explains how each animal uses camouflage, and where they can be found in the illustration.

"Some creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. In cold habitats, animals blend in with the snowy surroundings. They also hide beneath the snow in dens. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the snow?"--