Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of koalas and other mammals called marsupials.

A koala lives most of its life alone, eating and sleeping high up in the eucalyptus trees of Australia, and yet it is recognized and loved around the world. The Life Cycle of a Koala looks at the life of this ancient marsupial and explains: • how marsupials are different from other mammals • the birth of the koala and its life in its mother's pouch • the growing koala and how it feeds • life outside the pouch, but close to mother • the dangers...

"Engaging images accompany information about pet sugar gliders. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--

Learn about the marsupials of the world, including opossums, kangaroos, koalas and others.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of fourteen species of diprotodonts, a primarily herbivorous order of marsupials, including possums, koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and wombats.

"A beautifully illustrated guide to koalas for kids written by expert Chris Daniels"--

"Explores the habitats, life cycles, and other characteristics of organisms in the Marsupial Order"--Provided by publisher.