McKinney Library Kid's Catalog

Learn about some of the most endangered animals in the world and the continents on which they live. This series uses eye-catching imagery, informative diagrams, and fascinating facts to bring key subject areas to life. It explores the reasons why some species are endangered, and the steps that are being taken to ensure these species do not become extinct in the future.

Experts estimate that there are anywhere between two million and nine million species living on planet Earth today, but thousands of these are in danger of dying out every single year. Learn about some of the most endangered animals in the world and the continents that they live on. This series uses eye-catching imagery, informative diagrams and fascinating facts to bring key subject areas to life.

The Aldens head to Ladakh, a territory in northern India, to help save the elusive and critically endangered snow leopard.

Examines the habitat and physical characteristics of the bald eagle and its threatened status. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to bald eagles.

Discusses what gopher tortoises are, why they are endangered, what their current status is, and what is being done to help them. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to gopher tortoises.

"Learn how Galapagos penguins got to the tropics, what they eat, the challenges they face, and what you can do to help"-- Cover verso.