New Releases by Parker Holmes

An animal''s appearance can keep it safe from predators. Hiding and Bluffing to Survive covers how animals blend in with their surroundings or startle predators with colors or by changing appearance. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces young dog lovers to K9 and military dogs, covering everything from the history of their use to conditioning, training, and the work they do. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a photo diagram, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

How do pythons move? What features make them a predator? Discover the answers to these questions and learn other fascinating facts about pythons. From their habitat to their physical characteristics and behavior, explore the incredible lives of these top predators!

Whether they are catching live fish, camouflaging themselves with surprising effectiveness, or slithering straight up tree trunks, snakes in the Northeast have some impressive talents. Even reluctant readers will be enthralled by page after page of colorful snake photographs.

With around 100 snake species, ranging from the harmless garter snake to the deadly rattlesnake, the Southwest is both a snake’s and a snake lover’s paradise. Curious readers will learn all about what’s slithering through the mountains and deserts of the region and exactly why the Southwest and West Coast are such a good habitat for these cold-blooded creatures.

The hognose snake may be feisty, but if it can’t scare away an enemy by hissing and acting tough, it will flop onto its back and play dead! Readers will learn this cool fact and much more about the snakes of the Midwest. This book will teach the difference between rattlesnakes and their look-a-likes, explain how snakes can be identified, and describe some unique adaptations of these Midwestern crawlers.

The Pacific Northwest is home to a variety of snakes that range widely in size, behavior, and appearance. This book teaches students how to identify local snakes. It also imparts important life science concepts.

Did you know the Southeast is home to the largest snake in the US? Or that it’s also home to the most venomous snake in the country? By the time readers are done with this book, they’ll know much, much more about the fascinating snakes in this region and their unique adaptations and traits.

The Packers and Bears are two of the oldest teams in professional football. In their storied histories, the teams have squared off in many memorable games. Legendary players such as Gale Sayers, Walter Payton, and Brett Favre have all played key roles in the historic rivalry. What will come next in this great rivalry? It''s hard to tell, but there are sure to be many great games played in the future!

Known as the Red River Rivalry, the annual game between the Texas Longhorns and the Oklahoma Sooners is a monumental event. These two football titans battle it out every year in Dallas, often with national championship implications hanging in the balance. Originating in 1900, it has become one of college football''s most popular games. This book breaks down the best games of this great college football rivalry with a fun-to-read narrative, which is complemented with action packed color photos.

College football is serious business in Alabama. Between the Crimson tide and the Tigers, a team from Alabama has won the past three National Championships. Referred to as the Iron Bowl, the ''Bama-Auburn game is perhaps the most passionate rivalry in college football. This book explains the history and tradition of the rivalry. Included are comprehensive statistics, and full-color action photographs. These two teams seem primed to battle it for many years to come.

Perhaps no team in college football embodies the sport better than the Alabama Crimson Tide. From the early days of the Southeastern Conference, to the modern BCS era, Alabama has set the standard for what a winning program should be. The Crimson tide have won more consensus national championships than any other team in college football. Coming off their most recent championship in January 2012, the Crimson Tide looks primed to continue their domination of the college football world. This book takes readers on a thrilling visit with this championship team.

Led by Cam Newton, the Auburn Tigers took college football by storm in 2010. The Tigers piled up the points on way to a perfect 14-0 season and the BCS National Championship. The 2010 season was just one of the many high points in the rich history of Auburn Football. From the beginnings of the program, to the time-honored game-day traditions at Jordan-Hare Stadium, this book is packed full of Auburn pride, and is a must read for any true Tiger fan.