Most Popular Books by Diane Swanson

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

Photographs and simple text show animals engaged in play, while questions invite the reader to notice and identify particular traits, such as whether an orangutan''s arms or legs are longer.

An illustrated fictional story based on true events about a balloon escape over the Berlin Wall -- Tamala and her family must outwit spies to create a balloon in order to escape over the wall dividing King Frick''s and King Frack''s kingdoms.

Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of various kinds of penguins.

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:

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and lie cycle of bald and golden eagles.

Photographs and simple text show animals resting and sleeping.

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.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of rabbits and hares, some of which can run at speeds of forty-five miles per hour or more. The world of rabbits and hares is a world of keen senses. Their ears can turn to pick up faraway sounds. Their eyes can watch for enemies in all directions. And their twitching noses have 100 million sensors to pick up scents--six times more than we have!

A coyote''s keen senses help it survive. With eyes that can spot the smallest movement, ears that can hear the faintest rustle, and legs designed for racing, it''s no wonder some coyotes live to be more than 10 years old. These adaptable canines communicate by howling, and those who live in cities even respond to the sirens of fire trucks. This book explores the lives of clever coyotes at work and at play.About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.

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

Photographs taken at a children''s hospital and doctor''s office showing instruments and machines children are likely to encounter during their visit.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of snakes.

"Reassuring words and colour photos help familiarize kids with tools and techniques they may encounter at the dentist" Cf. Our choice, 2003.

Describes variety of insects-North American. 9 yrs+

Presents a collection of stories about unusual animal behavior observed by scientists and provides trivia about the animal species involved.

Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of various kinds of penguins.

About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.

These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America`s smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards. Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.

A nursery of names for juvenile animals. Young mountain goats are called kids, just like young people. But who knew that baby mackerel were called spikes? Animal fan Diane Swanson did. In a book that''s both fact-filled and fun, Swanson unearths 11 animals and the words we use to describe their young. Some names really fit the bill. The frequent peeps of young pigeons, called squeakers, make them sound just like rubber toys. And baby mice, known as pinkies, really do resemble little fingers. But would you have guessed that baby eels are called flies? Baby animal names include: Cheetah cubs Goat kids Beetle grubs Pigeon squeakers Mosquito wigglers Mackerel spikes Duck flappers Skunk kits Mice pinkies Salmon fry Eel flies. Each playful profile offers fascinating facts and "Neat to Know" nuggets about the critters in question. The highly amusing artwork makes a delightful connection to each intriguing name. Cheetah Cubs and Beetle Grubs is sure to grab young animal enthusiasts and language lovers alike.

Adapted from Diane Swanson''s popular "Bug Beat" articles in Yes Magazine: Canada''s Science Magazine for Kids, this book willintroduce Canadian children to the insects in the world around them. Filled with information, entertaining bug facts and folklore, and full-colour photographs, Canada''s Bugs makes for an enjoyable and educational read. Bugs in the book include fireflies, ladybugs, grasshoppers, earwigs, horseflies, mosquitoes, honeybees and bed bugs.

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

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

Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, and behaviors of wolverines.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of rabbits and hares, some of which can run at speeds of forty-five miles per hour or more.

"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

This book invites children to explore the fascinating world of orangutans. Young readers can learn how baby orangutans spend up to eight years with their mothers, gradually gaining the independence to survive in the forest, and how they use their long arms to travel through the tree tops and build new nests each evening to sleep in. With their expressive faces and personalities, and their close genetic relationship to humans - with about 96 percent identical genes - they captivate us. Includes a table of contents, index, sidebars, and full of extraordinary photography throughout.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and natural defenses of the world''s largest land animals, the African and Asian elephants, with emphasis on their similarities and differences.

Describes physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, habits etc. 8-12 yrs.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitat of frogs and toads.

This book describes the physical characteristics, behavior, reproduction, and habitats of spirit bears.

Grade level: 5, e, i, t.

"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

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