Most Popular Books by Diane Swanson

Tunnels! offers 10 true adventures that took place underground.

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.

Feet are neat! They jump, they climb, they swim, they dance. Animal paws have claws that dig and scratch any itch that they can reach. A dog uses them to hold a bone in place or get a person''s attention. The squirrel uses its small, sharp feet to scamper up a tree and race along a branch--or grab a nut to eat. Raccoons'' paws are so nimble that they can pluck cherries, husk corncobs, crack open bird eggs, and feel for clams in a muddy stream. And every animal--humans included--uses its feet to run from danger. Watch them in action, in photos and in drawings, to see just why feet can''t be beat! The author lives in Victoria, British Columbia. 32 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.

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

Explores 11 animals and the curious collective nouns that describe them.

This book tackles the weird questions about the human body that everyone’s curious about, but nobody seems able to answer 3/4 until now.

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

Through Paul Davidson''s powerful camera lens, see a fly the size of a man''s shoe, the 30,000-odd lenses in a dragonfly''s eyes, the hair on a bee''s legs and much more.

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

Describes what different animals ingest and why.

From the acclaimed Mysterious You series comes the most interesting book you’ll ever read about eating.

Helps a child understand why it is important to keep his/her teeth and gums clean.

A book about memory and how your brain works to remember and remembers to work.

Did you know there are approximately 340 different kinds of hummingbirds, some as light as a penny? These champion acrobats of the sky can beat their wings more than 40 times a second, fly backward and even hover in midair, like helicopters. Since it''s much easier to hear hummingbird wings than see them, just follow the hum to find the birds. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of wolves.

Information about these large reptiles and their ancestors is presented.

Focuses on animal tails and all the amazing things for which they are used, including balance, communication, and defense.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of sharks.

Explains why animals have different headgear, from elk who use their heavy antlers to battle other elks, to male unicornfish who grow horns to attract females.

There are coyotes in the crosswalk and frogs in the swimming pool...raccoons on the fire escape and garter snakes in the garage. With all its many buildings, streets and parks, the city may be home to people, but it is also home to wildlife. Peregrine falcons raise their young on a Calgary high rise, red squirrels scold skaters from Ottawa snow banks, and in Montreal furry families of skunks move into vacant lots next door! All sorts of unique and wily wildlife have made themselves at home in the cracks and crannies of Canadian cities. Kids don''t have to go to the zoo to see animals that used to roam free - they just have to recognize untamed city critters for what they are! Diane Swanson introduces kids to ten furred, feathered, or scaly urban residents, exploring their successful adaptation to the concrete jungle: how they move about, find food, communicate with each other, and make a home for themselves and their young. Douglas Penhale''s lively illustrations provide visual detail and delight for budding naturalists in the urban ecosystem.

Explores the many ways water can be found on the planet, from rivers and oceans to raindrops and sweat.

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

A book to empower readers to continue exploring, imagining and discovering what science is all about.

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

Discusses animal characteristics associated with teeth including grabbing, chomping, and defense display.

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

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and natural defenses of the North American porcupine, the second largest rodent on the continent.

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

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.

"Engaging text and lively illustrations help children learn how to become enthusiastic science watchdogs" Cf. Our choice, 2002.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of the skunk, a member of the weasel family.

Grade level: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, p, e, i.

Grade level: 5, e, i.