Introduces camels, describing their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, diet, and life cycle.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells the story of a herd of zebras as its members keep watch for predators and defend themselves against a lion"--

"Simple text and photographs present Bactrian camels, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

"This book introduces readers to the science behind animal adaptations. Students learn about how camels' humps help them store food and remain cool in the hot desert. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.." --

Although camels are popularly portrayed as beasts of burden, they've provided people with a variety of resources throughout history, including milk, meat, and fiber. The thick, golden brown hair of camels has been used to make blankets, rugs, and clothing for hundreds of years. This fascinating book about camels and their wool invites readers to take a fresh look at this familiar domesticated species. This thorough examination of life science in action...

"Extremely social, camels will blow on each other's faces as a friendly greeting. They also groan and roar! While most camels are domesticated and few wild camels survive on Earth today, these mammals thrive in a group, sometimes called a caravan. These groups are made up of a male leader, females, and young. Mothers care for their young and the caravan moves around together. Through this book's photographs of camels, closely paired with easy-to-understand...

"Nostrils that can close in a sandstorm, wide feet that won't sink in the sand, and-of course-a signature fat-storing hump make the camel perfectly comfortable in it's less than hospitable habitat. But what else do you know about this awesome desert dweller? Learn all about camels!"--

"A look at camels, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their humps, behaviors, relationships with humans, and protected status of wild species in the world today" --

"Meet the amazing hump-backed mammals of the desert! This book explores the features and behaviors of camels, including their desert adaptations and the distinctions between the two camel species. A folk talk explains how camels got their humps"--

Photographs and simple text introduce the physical characteristics and behavior of camels, one of many animals kept in zoos.