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How Kangaroos Grow Up

Baby kangaroos have an interesting life from the time they are born. Readers will be engrossed by the lives of these fabulous, bouncing marsupial babies. Vibrant photographs accompany lively text and facts to teach readers all about the unique way kangaroos are raised and fed in the characteristic marsupial pouch. The text also teaches readers about basic kangaroo facts, including their amazing jumping abilities, they can jump far and fast, and the importance of their tails when it comes time to leap and balance.

Rudi Travels the World

Rudi Travels the World is a delightful, educational read for animal lovers and adventurers. Following Rudi's real life adventures in Book 1, Adventures with Rudi.....This time Rudi is going to travel the world! The summer holidays have begun, and Mommy and Daddy suggest that the children and Rudi take an imaginary summer " journey around the world." The children, Jazzy and Krik chart out their adventures where they will explore exciting places and learn about interesting animals from each destination. Using their imagination from the backyard treehouse, Jazzy, Krik and Rudi go to Alaska, northern Canada, Florida, Argentina, Australia, Egypt and Armenia. They learn about humpback whales, polar bears, sea turtles, penguins, kangaroos and koala bears, camels and storks. On some of their travels, they bring their friends and cousins along too. The children and Rudi leave each adventure with not only more knowledge about animals and the world, but also the warm and happy feeling of having discovered something new while making new friends. Join Rudi along with Jazzy and Krik on their wonderful, exciting imaginary "journey around the world", where you will discover and learn about many interesting animals and wonderful places.