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Exploring the fascinating world of animal defenses, this nonfiction book reveals surprising survival strategies, such as how a rhino evades a lion and a cuttlefish escapes a shark. It features essential text elements like a glossary, index, and table of contents to enhance comprehension and literacy skills. A Reader's Guide and culminating activities encourage higher-order thinking, while additional resources support further learning. Aligned with national standards, the content is designed to captivate and educate fourth-grade students.