Famed for their spiky antlers and large, muscular bodies, white-tailed deer are among the most common animals of American forests. Readers will learn about the important role these hooved animals play in their environment. They will also find out what deer eat, how they care for their young, and what threats they face in the wild. The text is for grades 3 and up, but the pictures and short "fun facts" are meaningful to younger emerging readers.