Camels

Wide feet plod ... Large hump sways ...  Meet the camel! Brimming with vivid photos and scientific facts, Camels treats middle-grade researchers and wild animal lovers to a comprehensive profile of this marvelous desert mammal. It covers zoology topics such as anatomy, diet, habitat, and life cycle, as well as species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Sidebars, a range map, and a glossary support the main text, while a Mongolian tale about the camel adds a cross-curricular cultural layer to the title.