Back Off, Buddy!

Discover a world full of animals with strange shapes, dangerous defenses, and bizarre habits! This engaging title will introduce readers to animal defenses, including the strong armadillo shell, a pufferfish's spikes, and dart frogs' poison. Learning about these lesserknown creatures exposes children to the complexities of the global ecosystem and helps them to better understand the natural world. Colorful photography and simple descriptions help to engage reluctant readers. For more content on the strange side of the animal kingdom, check out other titles in the Ugh! Yuck! and Whoa! series.