Hunting, hiding, trapping, and tricking are just a few of the strategies
used by animals in the wild to ensure they eat enough without being
eaten themselves! In Explore Predators and Prey! With 25 Great
Projects, readers ages 7 through 10 explore the physical and behavioral
adaptations of predators and prey and their impact on the environment.
Predators, such as hawks and foxes, have keen eyesight and sharp beaks
and teeth to help them catch their prey. Prey, such as mice and rabbits,
have large ears to hear danger and can move quickly to escape their
enemies. Animal populations are closely integrated with each other and
the surrounding environment. A change to one population causes changes
to all others. Readers discover how repercussions can affect nature,
including humans, and are encouraged to consider their own actions with
an eye toward the effect on the environment.
In Explore Predators and Prey, kids actively learn about body tools
and behavior strategies as they test their own abilities to hunt and
hide in a series of science-minded activities. Fun facts and colorful
cartoons make learning entertaining and links to online primary sources
and videos make the content accessible to all learners.