Cathryn Sill

Elementary school teacher and author Cathryn Sill accurately answers the first questions of young naturalists by explaining what mammals are, how they live, and what they do. With the help of illustrations from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, About Mammals explores the charm and wonder of the huge variety of animals that fall into this diverse category.

This beginner's guide offers a first glimpse into the natural world of amphibians. In this addition to the acclaimed About. series, educator and author Cathryn Sill uses simple, easy-to-understand language to teach children what amphibians are, how they look, how they move, what they eat, and where they live. With beautifully detailed, realistic paintings, noted wildlife illustrator John Sill introduces readers to a variety of amphibians, from frogs...

A COLORFUL AND INFORMATIVE first glimpse into the diverse world of reptiles. With the help of the beautifully detailed illustrations from noted wildlife illustrator John Sill, About Reptiles explains the basic characteristics that all reptiles share, while offering a look at the animals that fall into this diverse category. An afterword provides further detail on the animals portrayed to inspire young readers to learn more. In this easy-to-read introduction...

Uses simple text and full-page color paintings to introduce penguins and describes the basic characteristics that they share.

Describes the anatomy, behavior, and habitat of various crustaceans, including the lobster, crab, and shrimp.

Explains what mammals are, how they live, and what they do.

Simple text and colorful illustrations introduce various rodents, discussing their physical characteristics, their behaviors, their diet, their common habitats, and the animals who are their predators.

Simple text and colorful illustrations introduce various marsupials. The afterword provides futher information about the illustrations.

Text and illustrations introduce the world of birds from eggs to flight, from songs to nests.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of arachnids.