What do grizzly bear cubs eat? Where do baby raccoons sleep? And how does a baby otter learn to swim? Every baby mammal, from a tiny harvest mouse "pinky" to a fierce lion cub, needs food, shelter, love, and a family. Filled with illustrations of some of the most adorable babies in the kingdom, Born in the Wild is an awww-inspiring look at the traits that all baby mammals share and proves that, even though they're born in the wild, they're not so very different from us, after all! This non-fiction picture book by Lita Judge is sure to appeal to budding naturalists and animal lovers.

A Step 2 Step into Reading Science Reader about baby animals. PBS’s hit animated show Wild Kratts follows the adventures of zoologists Chris and Martin Kratt as the duo visits animal habitats around the globe. Along the way, they encounter incredible creatures while combining science education with fun. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will dive into this deluxe Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader with the Kratt brothers as they activate their Creature Power suits to creep, crawl, and cuddle with amazing animal babies of all kinds! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

In this second book in the West Coast Wild series, readers will meet the baby animals born in the pristine wilderness of the Pacific west coast, including land and marine mammals, fish, birds and amphibians. It’s spring on the Pacific west coast and new life is stirring! Wild babies are being born — in the ocean, on the shore and deep inside the ancient rainforest. Wolf pups, cougar kittens, bear cubs and whale calves all begin their life in the pristine wilderness of this magnificent place. Young readers will meet a fascinating group of fourteen wild baby animals — including land and marine mammals, fish, birds and amphibians — and learn about the special bonds between offspring and parents, and how the newborns move toward independence. Readers will see an extraordinary community of animals thriving in an interconnected web of life. In this second book in the West Coast Wild series, Deborah Hodge takes readers through the spectacular land and seascapes of the Pacific Rim region, introducing familiar animals such as sea otters and eagles, and lesser known species such as pelagic cormorants and rufous hummingbirds. Karen Reczuch’s beautiful illustrations are detailed and lifelike, and convey a lovely sense of warmth between the wild parents and their young. The text and art have been carefully checked for scientific accuracy. Includes a note about the Pacific west coast and the need to preserve its rare and awe-inspiring wilderness regions, as well as a list for further reading and exploration. Key Text Features further reading illustrations informational note author's note Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.5 Explain major differences between books that tell stories and books that give information, drawing on a wide reading of a range of text types.

Learn the alphabet with wild baby animals!—an alphabet book for ages 3 to 5 From sticky-tongued Anteater pups to striped Zebra foals, introduce your 3- to 5-year-old to the alphabet the fun way with some of the most adorable wild animal babies from around the world. Did you know baby Jackrabbits use their jumbo-sized ears to cool off in the hot desert? Or that Rhinoceros calves roll in the mud to protect their skin? Kids will have a blast discovering cool facts on the homes, habits, and family relationships of these lovable wild animals while getting up close and personal with cute and colorful illustrations. This animal-themed alphabet book includes: A is for animal—Your little one will learn the alphabet with one animal for each letter from A-Z plus the name for each baby animal. Adorable artwork—Engaging illustrations invite your child on a memorable journey into the wild world of 26 baby animals. Wildlife facts—From the scrublands of Australia to the rain forests of South America to the savannas of Africa, tiny explorers get to see how each baby animal lives, loves, and grows. Bring the alphabet to life in the wild with the cute and colorful creatures in Wild Animal Babies.

Bestselling author and photographer Traer Scott captures the magic and wonder of a young animal's first weeks of life in this heartwarming collection of photographs. Featuring portraits of more than 30 baby animals, Wild Babies provides a glimpse into the rarely seen world of newborn creatures. From rambunctious little kangaroos and fluffy fox cubs to a wide-eyed elephant seal pup and a tiny painted turtle, these playful images are paired with engaging text that highlights the remarkable moments in wild infants' first days as they learn to eat, walk, swim, and fly. Animal lovers will delight in these close-up shots and fun trivia celebrating the unique personalities of irresistibly cute creatures navigating their way out into the world for the very first time.

Brimming With Bright Colors And Playful Illustrations, Photographs And Text, This Book Is The Perfect First Book For Little Hands And Little Minds.

"Differentiated reader that explains how different animal babies live and grow up, with two levels of readability: emergent reader and fluent reader"--Provided by publisher

Details the characteristics of favorite cute animals, from roly-poly polar bears and waddling penguins to funny monkeys and energetic tiger cubs.

Photographs and text focus on over fifty of the world's most appealing wild animal babies, grouped by habitat, and follows the baby's progress from birth to independence.

In Born in the Wild: Animal Babies, students will learn how animal parents care for, protect and teach their babies. Young readers will love turning the page as they gain valuable information and are prompted to answer questions along the way. Take a fantastic photo journey into the wild with Rourke’s Close-Up on Amazing Animals for readers in grades K–3. Readers will explore the unique adaptations and relationships that help animals survive in the wild. Repetitive text aids comprehension while real photographs assist in vocabulary development for beginning readers.