"The changing fall leaves mark the turn of the seasons. Other trees stay green year-round. Scientists use these characteristics and others to classify different species of trees as deciduous or coniferous. This book explains these differences and invites readers to test their knowledge"--Provided by the publisher.

"All living things require energy to survive. Some animals can live off plants, while others must hunt prey to stay alive. Read all about the distinctions between herbivores and carnivores, their defining characteristics, and the importance of each group in the food chain"--Provided by the publisher.

"While reptiles and amphibians are distantly related, these cold-blooded creatures are still distinctively different. Amphibians spend the first part of their lives in the water, then slowly migrate to solid ground. Reptiles hatch from eggs on land. Readers will learn about the similarities and differences between these two groups and test their knowledge to distinguish between the two"--Provided by the publisher.