Salting the Earth
By Kate Hofmann; Art by The CharactershopJoin Ranger Rick, Scarlett, and Boomer on their winter vacation in snowy Maine.
In the December/January 2020 Issue
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Tapirs: The Forest Gardeners
January 19, 2022
Michele Reyzer
Animal Stories, Mammals
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For millions of years, tapirs have helped the jungle stay in tip-top shape. …
Animal Stories
Whoo’s Whoo?
Here’s an extremely closeup look at eight owls you might see—or hear—somewhere near you. …
Animal Stories
Snail Tale
In the tropical island nation of Cuba, rare snails “decorate” trees and shrubs with their colorful shells. …
Animal Stories
Wild Valentines
Animals may not write love poems or hand out candy. But they have their own special ways of saying, “Will you be mine?” …
Animal Stories
An Emperor’s Tale
It’s the middle of winter in the coldest place on Earth. But somehow, new life is just beginning. …
Animal Stories
Winter Warriors
Find out how these tough creatures conquer the cold. …
Animal Stories
Secret Gardens
Waving beneath the waves are some gardens that might surprise you. No roses, daisies, or tulips here—these gardens are filled with plants called seagrasses. …
Animal Stories
Wrap It Green
These colorful wrappings are made from recycled items. They look as good as store-bought ones, but you can make them yourself. …
Animal Stories
Talkin’ Turkey
This proud, puffed-up male turkey is trying to attract the attention of a female. He spreads his fine, fancy feathers and says, “gobble-gobble.” …
Animal Stories
Dino Fish: Sturgeons
Sturgeons are an ancient group of fishes that have been swimming the Earth for over 140 million years. …
Animal Stories
Lego Brick Critters
An artist uses Lego bricks to create amazing animal sculptures. …
Animal Stories
Lost. . .and Found!
Many kinds of plants and animals have become extinct. But some we thought were gone forever have been rediscovered—alive and well! …
Animal Stories
Welcome to Prairie Dog Town
September 19, 2021
Michele Reyzer
Animal Stories, Mammals
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They sure are cute, but did you know prairie dogs are tough, too? …
Animal Stories
Venomous Ocean Animals
“Nobody bothers me!” That’s what the ocean animals in this story might say. …
Animal Stories
Mushrooms: Fungus Among Us
September 16, 2021
Michele Reyzer
Animal Stories, Collections
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Mushrooms are neither animals nor plants. They’re in a group of living things called fungi. …