National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects: A Building Bonanza for Kids

From humble bees to ingenious beavers, animals around the world are master builders. In National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects, young readers will discover the incredible ways that animals create their homes.

Meet the Animal Architects

National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects (L3)

by Roger Hurn

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	42583 KB
Print length	:	48 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	28 pages
Item Weight	:	2.72 ounces
Dimensions	:	8 x 0.07 x 10 inches

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In this book, kids will learn about some of the most amazing animal architects in the world, including:

• Bees, who build intricate honeycombs to store honey and raise their young.
• Beavers, who create dams and lodges out of branches and mud.
• Birds, who build nests out of twigs, leaves, and feathers.
• Fish, who build nests out of sand, shells, and seaweed.
• Insects, who build homes out of silk, leaves, and even dung.

Why Do Animals Build?

Animals build homes for a variety of reasons, including:

• Protection: Homes provide animals with a safe place to sleep, raise their young, and躲避掠食者.
• Shelter: Homes provide animals with protection from the elements, such as rain, wind, and snow.
• Storage: Homes provide animals with a place to store food and other resources.
• Communication: Homes can be used to communicate with other animals, such as through scent marking or vocalizations.

Animal Architecture Around the World

Animal architecture can be found all over the world, from the forests of North America to the deserts of Africa. Some of the most impressive animal structures include:

• The Great Barrier Reef: This massive coral reef is home to a variety of marine animals, including fish, turtles, and dolphins. The reef is built from the skeletons of tiny coral polyps.
• The termite mound: Termite mounds are built by colonies of termites. The mounds can be up to 20 feet tall and can house millions of termites.
• The beaver dam: Beaver dams are built by beavers to create a pond for their lodge. The dams can be up to 1,000 feet long and can last for centuries.

Animal Architects: A Building Bonanza for Kids

National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects is a fascinating look at the world of animal architecture. Kids will learn about the amazing ways that animals build their homes, and they'll be inspired by the creativity and ingenuity of these master builders.

So grab a copy of National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects today, and start exploring the world of animal architecture!

National Geographic Readers: Animal Architects (L3)

by Roger Hurn

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	42583 KB
Print length	:	48 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Paperback	:	28 pages
Item Weight	:	2.72 ounces
Dimensions	:	8 x 0.07 x 10 inches

FREE