"When beavers build dams, they are engineering their freshwater ecosystem. Readers learn about the lives of these busy creatures and how their actions benefit the plants and animals that live in their habitat"-- Provided by publisher.

"Dive into the fascinating world of beavers-the swimmers, builders, and engineers of the animal kingdom! What Goes on inside a Beaver Pond? takes kids ages 8 to 10 on a journey through a year in the life of a young beaver (called a "kit"). Throughout the seasons, vibrant illustrations and descriptions reveal the hidden inner-workings of a beaver lodge, how beavers fell trees with their teeth and create a wetland habitat, how they collect food and...

"Traces the beaver's profound influence on our nation's history, culture and environment, from the early days of western expansion, as well as profiling a colorful group of people who have devoted their lives to the wonderfully weird rodent"-- Provided by publisher.

"Along a stream a dam pops out of the water. Beavers are busy at work! These aquatic mammals have unique traits that aid them in building the perfect lodge to raise young beavers and keep predators away. Mary Holland's vibrant photographs document the beavers' activities through the course of a year. Do these beavers ever take a break? Follow along as they pop through the winter ice to begin the busy year of eating bark, building dams and gathering...

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of beavers, nature's swimming engineers. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why beavers slap their tails"-- Provided by publisher.

Each book provides vital statistics, growth milestones, adult involvement, eating and living habits, and environmental danger about each mammal. Additional fact blocks help young readers understand more complex vocabulary and concepts. Glossary of key words Informative sidebars Reviewed This engaging and informative series highlights the birth through young adulthood of baby animals. Each book provides vital statistics, growth milestones, adult involvement,...

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to beavers and the structures they build. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- Provided by publisher.

A lost beaver looks for the way home.