Includes bibliographical references (Page 32) and index.

All about animals -- The animal kingdom -- On the move -- How did they get here? -- What's for dinner? -- Brilliant backbones -- Many mammals -- Beautiful birds -- Staying warm -- Animal adaptations -- So many animals! -- Classifying the lion.

"Wildlife plays an important role in the environment. With the help of this engaging volume, readers of many ages and levels will learn all about many of the fascinating animals that inhabit the planet. They will find out what makes an animal an animal. They will also learn fun facts about some of their favorite creatures. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with concise, accessible text that supports elementary life science curricula. A must-have for animal lovers, this informative book will be a popular addition to your collection."-- Publisher's website.