New Releases by National Wildlife Federation

Charming photos of wildlife combined with adorable comments offer a heartwarming look at creatures from around the world. Any toddler will love this vibrant book—as will adults sharing it with little ones.

Featuring spectacular images straight from the vaults of the National Wildlife Federation, these should be the very first books to introduce children to animals from around the world. Every photo shows these creatures in their natural habitats. Each books in the series carries the logo and name of the National Wildlife Federation. These are not just board books, but the first books that any toddler will love and adults will enjoy reading. Each full page spread is a story by itself. See the lions arguing but the walrus can’t bear to watch. The baby sea lion wants to play and the organgutan wants to play too. The chipmunk tells the polar bear to stop, and the polar bear does. Fantastic photos of wildlife combined with funny comments to make these a new kind of board book.

A snowy owl flying, a giant panda climbing, a huge gray whale emerging from the waves: See these beautiful animals in the wild, where they belong. These amazing photos from the archives of the National Wildlife Federation showcase a menagerie of marvelous creatures. Children will look wide-eyed at a herd of wildebeests rushing through water; a mama brown bear attending to her adorable cubs; a smiling alligator, its powerful jaws opened wide; adult elephants protectively surrounding their young; and more. While enjoying their close-up look at this wonderful world of wildlife, kids will gain an early and lifelong appreciation for the marvelous creatures who also call Earth home.

A sweet tiger cub, padding softly on its paws across the ground. A little lion getting its head nuzzled by mama as they soak in the sun. Two young kangaroos—joeys—at play. An infant chimpanzee, clinging lovingly to its mother’s back. Nothing’s more irresistible than an animal baby, and with these magnificent photos, kids can meet the cutest ones of all, and their families, too. From two fox kits climbing on logs, to an adorable baby bunny, to a trio of polar bears huddling close to stay warm, to penguins, polar bears, eaglets, and foals, these precious creatures will fascinate human "cubs"—and entice them to look at the pictures over and over again.

A comprehensive guide to environmental and wildlife volunteer programs throughout the world. This unique site-by-site guide profiles more than 300 programs where volunteers can work in a variety of activities involving conservation and study of wildlife. From the Fur Seal Project of the Earthwatch Institute in St. George Island, Alaska, or identifying and tracking wildlife in the Limpopo Nature Reserve, South Africa, to Blue World Institute's Adriatic Dolphin Project in Croatia, to the tracking program of the Open Minded Project in Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand, readers will learn the best ways to "give back" and make the most positive environmental impact during their travels. Each entry includes a profile of the site and organization behind it, as well as location, contact information, category, costs, dates and duration, how to apply, and field notes that include any special concerns, requirements for participation, and suitability.

1,001 animals to see before they die. From the world?s only multi-species primate sanctuary in South Africa, to the wild ponies of Assateague Island, to the Blue-Footed Boobies of the Galapagos Islands, Destination Wildlife provides all the information the intrepid traveler looking for the best wildlife experiences could need?and rarely finds in other travel guides. Written from a visitor?s perspective?and informed by the National Wildlife Federation and other naturalists? each site in Destination Wildlife has been evaluated by real eco-travelers who have provided insider tips and suggestions that give the what, when, where, how and? most important?the why of every site to maximize each wildlife experience.

A comprehensive listing of conservation and environmental organizations with nearly 4000 listings. These include: state, provincial and federal agencies in the US and Canada; US Congress members including committees and subcommittees; national and international governmental organizations; US, Canadian and international non-governmental organizations; colleges and universities with conservation programs; parks refuges and other protected areas; and conservation information resources. Each entry contains detailed contact information including names, addresses and telephone and fax numbers. Entries are categorized by organization type and state or country and are indexed alphabetically and by subject. Each person listed in the directory is also indexed alphabetically.

Text and activities introduce the nature of trees, their trunks, growth, leaves, and changing nature. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Mammal investigations and activities continue in this fact-filled book, covering the major mammalian orders, from armadillos to whales, all over the world. Illustrations.

A guide to identifying trees in the eastern United States and Canada.

While they explore the fantastic world of insects, kids can make an insect field guide, solve mazes to investigate the growth stages of metamorphosis, compare the different ways that insects move, and much more. Illustrations.

Here, Joe LaTourrette and the experts at the National Wildlife Federation explain everything you need to know - the how, when, and where - to observe wildlife throughout North America, regardless of your chosen outdoor activity. You'll learn what to look and listen for, such as calls, tracks, and other signs. You will develop a basic understanding of the behavior and habits of wildlife, maximizing your viewing experience. For each of the major habitat types - forests, grasslands, deserts, wetlands, and coastal areas - veteran naturalist and environmentalist LaTourrette tells you which animals you are likely to come across and what time of day or year you're most likely to see them. Most important, the book provides viewing techniques that ensure that the animals will not be disturbed, and that their habitats will be preserved and respected.

Includes activities to aid the study of geology. For elementary to junior high levels.

Targeted, theme-based activities in reading, writing, etc., teach about reptiles and amphibians.

Describes sixty species of North American warblers.

Features descriptions of over 500 species of butterflies, as well as color range maps of the different species. Includes information on butterfly gardening, habitats and conservation.

Clues and news about recent dino discoveriesÑand more than 25 activitiesÑwill unearth the fascinating world of the reptile overlords who once ruled the Earth for budding paleontologists. This volume in the newly revised NatureScope ̈ education series of creative, activities-centered resource books, enlists kidsÕ intense fascination with dinosaurs to help them make discoveries about geology, predators and prey, adaptations, natural extinction, the time scale, and many other science concepts. Digging into Dinosaurs gives teachers, camp counselors, and nature center guides enjoyable and age-appropriate activities that entice children K-8 into an understanding and appreciation of the natural world, while developing the skills they will need to make responsible decisions about the environment.

* Award-winning guides created by the National Wildlife Federation * Fun-to-do & creative activities & hands-on discovery projects that inspire environmental awareness in children * Includes reproducible "Copycat Pages" with games, puzzles, pictures, & more * Ready-to-use activities with complete materials lists * Arts & crafts, creative writing, science experiments, songs, games, & curriculum tie-ins * Essays & case studies by leading scientists * Perfect for teachers, parents, scout leaders, camp counselors, & naturalists * Printed on recycled paper

The first comprehensive field guide to freshwater fishes - covers all 790 species known in the United States and Canada. More than 700 illustrations, most in color, show identifying marks. Also includes 377 distribution maps and additional drawings of key details.

"The Birder’s Bible" for more than 60 years, Roger Tory Peterson’s classic Field Guide to Western Birds includes all species found in North America west of the 100th meridian and north of Mexico. Featuring the unique Peterson Identification System, Western Birds contains 165 full-color paintings that show more than 1,000 birds from 700 species. Summer and winter ranges, breeding grounds, and other special range data are shown on easy-to-read range maps.

Over one hundred color photographs illustrate the variety and intensity of colors found in nature.

A guide to medicinal plants showing how to identifying 500 plants. Information on where the plants are found and detailed descriptions of all their known uses.

Covering thirty-five of the most difficult groups of birds, from winter loons to confusing fall warblers, jaegers to chickadees, accipiters to flycatchers, this clearly written and beautifully illustrated field guide tells exactly how to solve the most challenging bird identification problems of North America.

Describes forest communities east of the Rockies with illustrations of plants and animals that interact together.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of mammals, insects, and other animals people often fear, dislike, or simply ignore.

Identifies more than 200 species of reptiles and amphibians.