Up a tree

You might be surprised to find out that the flying lemur can't fly and isn't even a lemur. This small arboreal mammal, also called the colugo, is closely related to primates. While it does not fly, it does have an impressive ability to glide from tree to tree with amazing accuracy. In this valuable resource, readers and animal loves will learn the unique adaptations that allow this animal to live so successfully in its rain forest home.

The cuddly koala is a native of Australia that has long captivated readers both young and old. These charming marsupials are actually nocturnal and sleep for 17 hours of every day. Fun facts, photographs, and kid-friendly text provide enough information on these unique creatures to satisfy the most discerning young naturalists and koala enthusiasts.

This book tells about the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the tree kangaroo and why cousins of the ground-dwelling kangaroos might have adapted to tree living.