New Releases by Diane Swanson

Focuses on animals'' noses and all the amazing things for which they are used, discussing such creatures as the rabbit, grizzly bear, and shark.

"An intriguing introduction to these talented, spiny creatures" Cf. Our choice, 2000.

The author enthralls young readers with the most interesting and amazing facts about this little-known animal, who spends most of its time alone.

Describes what different animals ingest and why.

Welcome to the World of Animals opens nature''s door to wildlife and invites young readers to step inside. This series introduces amazing animals in a family context -- where they live, what they eat, how they play! Stunning photography and lively text make these books irresistible.

Bats are amazing creatures. Discover the secrets to their amazing flying skills and body make-up.14 color photos.

Describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of these large mammals which live in water.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of both sea otters and river otters.

"With colour photographs and captivating text, this series offers a close-up look at various animals" Cf. Our choice, 1999-2000.

"A nature series for children ages 5-7 by award-winning author Diane Swanson. Includes fascinating text and full-colour photographs" Cf. Our choice, 1998-1999

"A nature series for children ages 5-7 by award-winning author Diane Swanson. Includes fascinating text and full-colour photographs" Cf. Our choice, 1998-1999

Describes various bears, cubs, habitat etc. 6-9 yrs.

Discover the world of owls in the wild, includes diet, habitat and hunting skills. 6-8 yrs.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of both sea otters and river otters.

Discover facts about wild cats; includes habitat, diet and hunting skills. 6-8 yrs.

Describes variety of insects-North American. 9 yrs+

Grade level: k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, p, e, i, t.

Grade level: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, k, p, e, i, t.

Grade level: k, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, p, e, i, t.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of wolves.

In "Buffalo Sunrise: The Story of a North American Giant," Diane Swanson introduces young readers to the world of the buffalo, sharing fascinating details about this remarkable animal. Readers will learn, for example, that:

Did you know the tongue of a blue whale can weigh as much as an elephant? Celebrated children''s author Diane Swanson takes young readers into the exciting underwater world of whales with fun facts and colorful photographs. Tales of killer whales traveling as fast as race horses and belugas singing like canaries will captivate children. They will discover where whales swim, what they eat, and why they leap and splash. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Enter a world where tiny fish flit through forests of green-gold seaweed, neon blue and yellow clown shrimp scoot about on five pairs of legs, and huge male elephant seals blow their noses so loud that they can be heard a kilometre away! Come on an undersea safari off the coast of British Columbia, into a marine wilderness inhabited by creatures beyond the land-bounded imagination. Find out why the hermit crab borrows shells, how the hagfish ties itself in knots, or what on earth (or in the ocean) a shaggy mouse nudibranch is! An abundance of full-color photos and Diane Swanson''s knack for finding fabulous facts make Safari Beneath the Sea an adventure in discovery.

Includes material on glaciers, earthquakes, volcanoes, geysers, tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes, foehns, chinooks, lightning, and thunderstorms.

Describes a variety of birds found in North America, including the hummingbird, turkey vulture, and white pelican.

Ten wild animals common to the United States and Canada are brought to life with incredible facts and fascinating folklore from around the world. There''s an entertaining story about why bears have short tails and another about how bats became night creatures. Illustrated throughout with a unique combination of lifelike and lighthearted drawings, Why Seals Blow their Noses is an extraordinary book that entertains while it informs, stimulating children''s imaginations in amusing and educational ways! -- back cover.