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Where do hamsters live in the wild? Why are hammerhead sharks always on the move? A World of Animals homeschool science course answers these and many more questions. This course dives into this exciting homeschool science series and explores the world of animals!

Animals studies include:

• Alligators and Other Crocodilians: Why are alligators such good hunters? What do alligators eat? Which crocodile runs the fastest?
• Ants and Other Social Insects: What does an ant nest look like? Why do honey bees dance? How can you tell the difference between a termite and an ant?
• Arabians and Other Horses: What are Arabian horses, and where did they come from? What kind of personality might an Arabian horse have? How do horses communicate?
• Baboons and Other Old World Monkeys: What are Old World Monkeys? How do Old World and New World Monkeys differ? How do baboons raise their young?
• Beagles and Other Hounds: When and where did the beagle breed first appear? What kind of personality might a beagle have? What are some other hound breeds?
• Bulldogs and Other Nonsporting Dogs: When and where did the bulldog breed first appear? What kind of personality might a bulldog have? What are some other nonsporting breeds?
• Cardinals and Other Songbirds: How does a cardinal make its music? When does a cardinal lay her eggs? Which songbird is named for an island?
• Clownfish and Other Saltwater Aquarium Fish: What does a clownfish look like? Where do clownfish live in the wild? Are wild clownfish endangered?
• Cockatiels and Other Parrots: What does a cockatiel parrot look like? Can cockatiel parrots talk? How smart are parrots?
• Cottontails and Their Relatives: What do cottontail rabbits like to eat? How far can a cottontail leap? Why are a jack rabbit’s ears so big?
• Fur Seals and Other Pinnipeds: Are sea lions really lions? Are sea lions smart? How deep can an elephant seal dive?
• German Shepherds and Other Herding Dogs: When and where did the German shepherd breed first appear? What kind of personality might a German shepherd have?
• Giraffes and Other Hoofed Mammals: How tall can a giraffe get? How does a giraffe sleep? How are a caribou’s hoofs like snowshoes?
• Golden Retrievers and Other Sporting Dogs: When and where did the golden retriever breed first appear? What kind of personality might a golden retriever have? How did breeds of sporting dogs develop?
• Green Anoles and Other Pet Lizards: What does a green anole look like? What does a green anole eat? What are other kinds of pet lizards?
• Grizzlies and Other Bears: What is a grizzly bear’s sharpest sense? How do grizzly bears fish? How do polar bears hunt?
• Hammerheads and Other Sharks: Where in the world’s oceans do sharks live? Why are hammerhead sharks always on the move? How did the cookie cutter shark get its name?
• Hamsters and Other Pet Rodents: Where do hamsters live in the wild? What should you look for when choosing a pet hamster? What kind of personality might a hamster have?
• Holland Lops and Other Rabbits: What does a Holland Lop rabbit eat? Where should a pet Holland Lop be kept? What are common signs of illness in rabbits?
• Howlers and Other New World Monkeys: Where in the world do New World monkeys live? Why do howler monkeys howl? Does a spider monkey have eight legs?
• Jellyfish and Other Stingers: Are jellyfish made of jelly? How do jellyfish eat? Why are some jellyfish so colorful?
• Killer Whales and Other Toothed Whales: What is a toothed whale? How does a killer whale stay warm? Do dolphins ever save people?
• Ladybugs and Other Beetles: How many spots does a ladybug have? How are ladybugs like armored tanks? Does the elephant beetle have a trunk?
• Miniature Schnauzers and Other Terriers: When and where did the miniature schnauzer breed first appear? What kind of personality might a miniature schnauzer have? How did breeds of terriers develop?
• Monarchs and Other Butterflies: Where do monarch butterflies spend the winter? What makes a monarch’s wings so beautiful? How do monarchs protect themselves?
• Owls and Other Birds of Prey: How do feathers help owls hear? What makes an owl a silent hunter? Which bird of prey flies the fastest?
• Persians and Other Long-Haired Cats: What does a Persian cat look like? How did the Persian breed develop? What kind of personalities do Persian cats have?
• Portuguese Water Dogs and Other Working Dogs: When and where did the Portuguese water dog breed, or Portie, first appear? What kind of personality might a Portie have? How did breeds of working dogs develop?
• Rattlers and Other Snakes: How do rattlesnakes move? What makes a kingsnake king? Why do cobras look so frightening?
• Shih Tzu and Other Toy Dogs: When and where did the Shi Tzu breed first appear? What kind of personality might a Shi Tzu have? How did breeds of toy dogs develop?
• Siamese and Other Short-Haired Cats: What kind of personality might a Siamese cat have? How do you groom a Siamese cat? What are some other breeds of short-haired cats?
• Spiders and Other Arachnids: What is an arachnid? How does a spider kill its prey? How do spiders make silk?
• Swans and Other Swimming Birds: What makes swans good swimmers? Where do swans go in winter? Which duck has a hood?
• Wolves and Other Wild Dogs: Why do wolves live in packs? Why do wolves howl? Which wild dogs climb trees?