From the time it crawls into its mother's pouch to the time it hops off on its own, the life of a baby kangaroo is fascinating. This book introduces young readers to these wild Australian animals.

Most people are familiar with the adorable image of a mother kangaroo bouncing to and fro and occasionally pausing to tend to her joey. This title furthers readers' knowledge of the well-known marsupials by examining everything from their sense of locomotion to the manner in which they care for their young. 'Kangaroos' teaches kids about the history of these remarkable animals in Australia and New Guinea and emphasizes the importance of protecting...

"Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of kangaroos"--Provided by publisher.

When kangaroos gather in large groups, they get loud and physical. Males duke it out in boxing matches, jumping and jabbing with feisty determination to earn the "dominant male" title. Be prepared for a kangaroo mob scene!

What's your favorite animal? In My Favorite Animal: Kangaroos, students will learn amazing facts about kangaroos. Each My Favorite Animal book features interesting non-fiction at a 2nd-grade reading level paired with questions throughout the text to check the reader's comprehension. Sample Text: Kangaroos have very powerful hind legs, small and short front legs and a long and powerful tail. The tallest are the red kangaroos, which stand over six feet...

"A look at kangaroos, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as the females' pouches, behaviors, relationships with humans, and valued status in the world today"--Provided by publisher.

Kangaroo joeys are about the size of a grape at birth! They soon outgrow mom's pouch and hop out to explore. This title introduces where baby kangaroos live, what they eat, and how they play. Leveled text and crisp photos work together to engage young readers. A list of sight words helps them find familiar words, and a picture glossary reinforces the main text. A fact page concludes the book with information about a joey's life stages and daily activities....

Red and Gray argue about a book, pencil, and toy car. Luckily, Dad is nearby to encourage them to give back each other's possessions. He also teaches them to share, and they end up enjoying that most of all.

Describes the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitat of this marsupial found in Australia.