The magnificent giraffe, the tallest land mammal, is most recognized for its imposing, yet striking physical features and can be found roaming across the sub-Saharan African savannas. As a result… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 11 hours ago
Brooks Mathews is an Education Writer for A-Z Animals, designing animal based unit plans that include lesson plans, activity sheets, craft/project ideas and more! She is an elementary teacher of eight years with a Bachelors degree from the University of South Carolina and a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education from Arizona State University. She resides in Nashville, TN with her husband of eight years, their son, Grady and their Golden Retriever!
The magnificent giraffe, the tallest land mammal, is most recognized for its imposing, yet striking physical features and can be found roaming across the sub-Saharan African savannas. As a result… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 11 hours ago
The powerful and mighty lion, one of the African savanna's most formidable predators, is widely recognized for its majestic appearance and thunderous roar. Lions are one of the most sociable… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 7 days ago
The majestic Emperor Penguin is most renowned for being the largest penguin species in the glacial habitat of Antarctica, widely recognized by the yellow patch on their neck. These endearing… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 3 weeks ago
The magnificent elephant, the most enormous land animal in the world, captivates its observers with its awe-inspiring and distinguishable features. Most known for their sheer size, elephants also possess an… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 4 weeks ago
Bats are one of the world's most enigmatic mammals, found in almost every country, yet best recognized for their elusiveness and mysterious nocturnal behaviors. The unique use of echolocation to… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 1 month ago
The sea turtle is one of the ocean's most fascinating, ancient, and distinguished reptiles, renowned for its vital role in the marine ecosystem. With seven distinct species, sea turtles inhabit… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 1 month ago
Camouflage is an exciting animal adaptation that allows many different types of animals to blend in with their surroundings. The chameleon is one of the most recognizable animals that camouflages… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 2 months ago
The monarch butterfly is easily identified by its bold orange, black and white coloring. This fascinating insect goes through an amazing life cycle consisting of four stages: egg, larvae, pupa,… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 2 months ago
The giant panda is a beloved animal known for its playful personality and recognizable black-and-white coloring. These fascinating creatures are fun to learn about and spark natural conversations about habitat,… Read More
By Brooks Mathews 2 months ago