Briefly explains the scientific principles of animal movement.

Takes a look at different ways animals move and some of their unusual activities, such as using wings for parading, flippers for swirling, and feet for floating on water.

Describes nineteen of the fastest animals on the planet, including the cheetah, the sailfish, the peregrine falcon, and the Panamanian termite.

An introduction to animals that move at extreme speeds.

Who would win the Olympic gold medals if all the competitors were animals? Each book in the series covers a different type of Olympic sport, while each chapter looks at a different event. Primarily intended as high-interest reads, the books contain information relating to biology, and allow readers countless opportunities to compare and contrast. In addition, medal tables at the back of the books tally medals won by the different animal classifications,...

"This book introduces readers to the world's fastest animals, highlighting record-setting animals on land, in the air, and in the sea, as well as the traits that help them achieve those speeds. "--Amazon.com.

"Highlights animals with speed records, including the fastest land mammal, fastest digger, fastest swimmer, and more. Includes comprehension activity"--

"Discover the amazing ways that animals use movement to communicate! Lighthearted text and vibrant illustrations teach readers how peacocks strut and honeybees waggle - and even invites them to get up and try out some animal-inspired dance moves themselves!"--

Asks such questions as "Do hippos hop?" and "Can ladybugs stand on one leg?" and then tells which animal makes each specific movement.