Detector Dogs, Dynamite Dolphins, and More Animals with Super Sensory Powers

This engaging nonfiction chapter book introduces young readers to a variety of animals possessing extraordinary sensory abilities, such as dogs that sniff out endangered whale poop, dolphins using echolocation, and bees with electric secrets. Each chapter highlights a different animal and the vital work it does alongside humans to address real-world challenges like environmental protection and disaster prevention. The book seamlessly blends amazing facts with accessible science explanations of senses like electroreception, making complex biological concepts understandable. To further engage curious minds, each chapter concludes with a guided experiment, inviting children to explore their own senses. It's an excellent resource for children aged 6-10, fostering scientific curiosity and an appreciation for the natural world.

Meet incredible animals with all kinds of highly developed senses and learn about the jobs they do in this book full of amazing facts, cool science, and activities. Fly alongside a photo-delivery pigeon, discover a honeybee’s electric secrets, and sail the high seas with a poop-sniffing dog detective on a mission to save endangered killer whales. All of these animals use their super senses, from echolocation to electroreception, to help human coworkers tackle real-world problems like pollution and global warming. Each chapter introduces a different animal, such as Cynthia, the pipe-fixing ferret, and Rosita, a goat who helps prevent wildfires. With bright and entertaining text alongside colorful photos and illustrations, this book examines how each animal’s behavior and biology makes it perfectly suited for the job it does. At the end of each chapter, curious young scientists are invited to explore their own human senses through fun guided experiments.