Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal-especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Submerge yourself in the wild world of the whale with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite ocean animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single whale family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the marine mammals in captivity and the wild.