Looks at the many aspects of social insects, from how they communicate with each other to the ways in which they protect their nests. This title includes special picture sequences that zoom in closer still to focus on topics such as how a Saxony wasp builds its nest and the carefully tended gardens of leafcutter ants.

Even the smallest garden bird is fascinating to watch, but it is much more interesting if you know exactly what to look for. This title provides exciting practical projects, showing children how to use binoculars, build a hide, draw birds accurately, and identify their footprints.

Helps you discover the origins of the different people who live in the most northerly reaches of the Earth - including the Inuit, Nenet, Saami and Chukchi races - and how they have managed to survive in such harsh conditions. This book examines Arctic habitation through the ages.

This title lets you examine the wonderful world of wolves, jackals, coyotes, foxes and other wild dogs, shown in 190 exciting images. It offers in-depth coverage of all aspects of the lives of wolves and wild dogs, from rearing young to survival tactics. You can discover the strict social hierarchy of a wolf pack and their highly developed senses of smell and sight. Stunning wildlife images - 190 magnificent pictures by some of the world's top animal photographers. Detailed cross-sections and diagrams reveal the complex inner workings of a wolf's body. Myth and legend boxes highlight the...