Are they majestic, intimidating, or both? Great Danes, known for their size and poise, are a friendly, easygoing breed. Even though they can weigh up to 200 pounds, some Danes think they're lapdogs! Learn more about these long-legged, sensitive giants in this engaging book for beginning readers.
Did you know most slugs have eyes on the tips of their tentacles? These slimy, no-shell creatures like to eat plants and live in damp environments. Trails of slime indicate that slugs have creepy-crawled through the area! Learn more about the fascinating life of slugs in this title for young learners.
Blending in with their surroundings, praying mantises easily grab prey with their spiny front legs. These insects enjoy munching on grasshoppers, spiders, and even small birds and lizards! With a triangular head that can turn 180 degrees and long legs that look like they're praying, these insects are sure to attract curious kids.
With their notorious red spot and black body, black widow spiders have venom stronger than a rattlesnakes. Ever wonder why widow is in their name? After mating, females liquefy and eat males! Find out more about black widows in this book for brave, young readers.
Guardians of those they love, Rottweilers are strong and confident. They were first bred to protect and drive cattle. Today, they often work as police dogs. Curious beginning readers will love learning why Rottweilers are among the most popular dog breeds in America!
Roamers, runners, and mischief-makers are all words to describe Siberian huskies. With an aptitude for speed and endurance, this breed loves to pull sleds and work in search and rescue missions. Natural pack instincts also make Siberians perfect pets for big families with children! Uncover the spirit of Siberian huskies in this title for inquisitive young readers.
Using brilliantly illustrated animals, the concept of opposites is introduced--big and little, high and low, many and few, are among those illustrated.
Brian Wildsmith knows that small children love looking at and naming farm animals. In this delightful book children can also learn the sounds that each animal makes as they have fun imitating the sounds. As always, Wildsmith's joyful depiction of animals conveys his affection for all living things
Wildsmith teaches colors through the vibrantly illustrated animals on the pages of this popular color book.
Once again, Brian Wildsmith has let his talent run wild with a collection of marvelously diverse animals that are to be found on a visit to the zoo. The illustrations are accompanied by an interesting fact or two about each animal. Children might enjoy bringing the book to the zoo and identifying the animals they see.
Humans and animals care for their young in many ways. They share food, go swimming, cuddle, and of course, give plenty of hugs and kisses. See the similarities in this charming photographic book. Vibrant images of loving families make this book perfect for families everywhere!
Farm-raised turkeys are an important source of food for millions of people. Readers will learn all about the lives of these intriguing animals, from what they eat to how they spend their days.
Many kinds of workers are needed to care for all of the different animals living at a zoo. Readers will learn about the jobs done by people working behind the scenes to make sure that zoo animals stay healthy and visitors enjoy their days at the zoo.
Llamas are strong, useful animals. Their hair is an important source of fiber and they are excellent pack animals. Readers will find out all about the lives of these extraordinary animals.
In Zoo, emergent readers join a group of students as they enjoy a trip to the zoo. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about the exotic wildlife the zoo contains. A labeled diagram introduces some of the zoo's most popular residents, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the zoo and its animals using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Zoo also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Skunks, beginning readers follow a skunk as it looks for food and defends itself against a predator. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn all about this stinky animal. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a skunks body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about skunks online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Skunks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Chipmunks, beginning readers follow a chipmunk as it gathers food in preparation for winter. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn all about this furry woodland animal. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a chipmunks body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about chipmunks online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Chipmunks also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Porcupines, beginning readers follow a porcupine as it looks for food and defends itself against a predator. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn all about this prickly animal. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a porcupines body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about porcupines online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Porcupines also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Opossums, beginning readers follow an opossum as it hunts for food, defends itself against a predator, and raises its young. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn all about this nocturnal animal. A labeled diagram helps readers identify an opossums body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about opossums online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Opossums also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Bald Eagles, beginning readers follow a bald eagle as it hunts for prey, builds a nest, and raises its young. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn all about this majestic bird. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a bald eagles body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about bald eagles online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Bald eagles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Badgers, young readers follow a badger as it hunts for prey and defends itself against a predator. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage early readers as they learn about this fascinating nocturnal animal. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a badger's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about badgers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Badgers also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the characteristics of the dog breed Siberian Huskies.
Silly Kitty lives with his human, Emma, but when Emma is busy, Silly Kitty has to find things to do. Read about Silly Kitty's adventures on a windy day.
Silly Kitty lives with his human, Emma, but when Emma is busy, Silly Kitty has to find things to do. Read about Silly Kitty's adventures on a snowy day.
Desde reducir incendios hasta plantar semillas, un animal es el verdadero héroe que mantiene la sabana Africana en balance. Los elefantes cavan para encontrar sal que otros animales lamen, sus profundas pisadas recolectan agua que las pequeñas criaturas beben y ellos se comen a los árboles jóvenes para evitar que el bosque sobrepase a las praderas. En cada estación, los elefantes están ahí para proteger a la sabana y a sus residentes, pero ¿qué pasaría si los elefantes hubieran existido sólamente una vez? Leamos juntos para descubrir la importancia del rol que estas especies clave juegan en la sabana y explora qué pasaría si los elefantes desaparecieran.
