What's the biggest bird? Is a blue whale bigger than an elephant? What's the tallest animal? In Biggest Animals, beginning readers are introduced to the largest animals across a variety of classes and species. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about Earth's biggest animals. A comprehensive back matter feature displays the animals noted in the book and shows how they measure up to each other. Children can learn more about big animals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Biggest Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
What animals use tools? How do orcas work together to hunt? Can elephants tell when a friend is sad? In Smartest Animals, beginning readers are introduced to the smartest animals across a variety of classes and species. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about Earth's smartest animals. A comprehensive back matter feature highlights different ways animals show and utilize their intelligence. Children can learn more about smart animals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Smartest Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Gross Animal Habits, readers will learn about different bizarre animal behaviors, including blood-squirting lizards, spitting llamas, and gut-flinging sea cucumbers. A comprehensive Why Do Animals Do Gross Things? back matter feature highlights different types of disgusting animal behaviors. Children can learn more about gross animal habits online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Gross Animal Habits also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Slimy Animals, readers will learn about slimy animals, including snails and slugs, slime eels, and worms. A comprehensive Why Are Some Animals Slimy? back matter feature highlights different uses for slime in the animal kingdom. Children can learn more about slimy animals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Slimy Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Gross Animal Eaters, readers will learn about different bizarre animal diets, including dung eaters, blood drinkers, and body-munching parasites. A comprehensive Gross Animal Foods back matter feature highlights different types of disgusting animal diets. Children can learn more about gross animal diets online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Gross Animal Eaters also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Stinky Animals, readers will learn about smelly animals, including stink bugs, skunks, and musk oxen. A comprehensive Why Are Some Animals Stinky? back matter feature highlights different uses for smelly scents in the animal kingdom. Children can learn more about smelly animals online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Stinky Animals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Seashells, beginning readers will learn to identify different kinds of seashells found on the beach. Photos and carefully leveled text provide defining details for each kind, such shape, color, texture, and size. A comprehensive back matter feature quizzes readers, asking them to match each image of a seashell with its name. Children can learn more about seashells and how to identify them online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Seashells also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
Whale sharks are the largest kind of fish in the ocean, yet they snack on some of the smallest creatures in the sea. Dive in to learn about these incredible fish. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 3rd through 5th grade readers with thrilling shark content while a 1st and 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It’s a roaring good time!
The great white shark is one of the greatest predators of the ocean. Dive in to learn about these fierce fish. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 3rd through 5th grade readers with thrilling shark content while a 1st and 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It’s a roaring good time!
Hammerhead sharks prowl, with their unique wide heads cutting through the water. Dive in to learn more about these unique fish. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 3rd through 5th grade readers with thrilling content while a 1st and 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It’s a roaring good time!
Stripes mark the sides of one of the most fearsome predators of the ocean. Dive in to learn about tiger sharks.This engaging hi-lo book draws in 3rd through 5th grade readers with thrilling shark content while a 1st and 2nd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It’s a roaring good time!
Colorful scales and beak-like teeth inspire the parrotfish’s name. But these fantastic fish are unlike any other creature. They chew through hard coral and poop out sand, wrap themselves in a slimy cocoon to sleep, and more. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about parrotfish.
Join expert biologist Dr. Octavius Aytarms to learn all about octopuses. Explore the dens these eight-legged creatures call home, learn all about the tricky ways they catch dinner, discover how they camouflage themselves when things get rough, and more. Fun illustrations paired with real photos bring the ocean world of the octopuses to life. Soon you’ll be an octopus expert, too!
An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet turtle. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research.
An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for a pet hermit crab. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research.
An introduction for young readers on the basics of how to care for pet fish. Bright photos and clear, simple text lay the foundation for children to take greater responsibility and a more active role in their pets' lives. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fun-facts section, a list of needs and dangers to the pet, and sources for further research.
Orthocones were ancient animals with cone-shaped shells. In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn about orthocones body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and detailed illustrations. Additional features highlight the size and favorite foods of orthocones, show off fossil finds, and more. The book concludes with a two-page spread that puts important information about orthocones in one place.
The livyatan was an ancient sperm whale that ruled Earth’s ancient oceans! In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers can learn about the animal’s body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and colorful illustrations. Features highlight the livyatan’s size and diet, profile a famous fossil find, and map the world during the livyatan’s time. A two-page spread concludes the book by putting important stats about the livyatan in one place!
Step back in time to when armored fish filled Earth’s waters! This hi-lo title introduces the life, behaviors, and body parts of the dunkleosteus to reluctant readers through carefully leveled text and vibrant illustrations. Special features highlight the animal’s size, show off its favorite foods, profile a famous fossil find, and more. A two-page profile puts important information about the dunkleosteus in one place.
The basilosaurus was a giant whale with sharp teeth and a strong bite! In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will go back in time to discover the life of this prehistoric creature. Leveled text combines with colorful illustrations to draw readers in, while special features highlight the animal’s size and diet, map the world when the basilosaurus lived, and show off fossil discoveries. The book ends with a two-page spread that puts important information about the basilosaurus in one place.
Did you know adult Mekong giant catfish have no teeth? They suck up food with their giant mouths! This hi-lo title guides readers through the physical traits, diet, behaviors, and threats of Mekong giant catfish through engaging text and high-quality images. Meanwhile, special features reinforce the physical traits, range, size, and conservation status of these aptly named fish in a fun, exciting way. Readers are sure to be hooked!
Giant barbs are one of the world’s largest freshwater fish. They are even nicknamed the “king of fish!” In this title, vibrant photos and hi-lo text will draw in reluctant readers to discover this and more incredible facts about giant barbs. Packed with special features such as a map, a size comparison, a record catch, and fun facts, this book is sure to be a great catch to showcase at any school library!
Did you know beluga sturgeons are apex predators? They can even swallow prey whole! Reluctant readers will learn all about these impressive creatures in this hi-lo title. Alongside engaging text and high-quality photos, readers will encounter special features that highlight the size, appearance, conservation status, and more. By the time readers finish this title, they will be ready to dive in to learn more about fearsome fish!
Arapaimas are fearsome predators. They lurk in the waters of the Amazon, ready to devour any prey they see with their large, powerful mouths! In this book, reluctant readers will learn all about arapaimas and their life in the Amazon through leveled text and vibrant photographs. Special features such as a size comparison chart, identification chart, and record catch will reel readers in and leave them wanting to learn more!
American paddlefish are the oldest surviving animal species in North America! In this title, readers will learn about this and other fascinating facts about these ancient beasts. Vivid images and hi-lo text draw readers in, and special features highlight the size, appearance, and conservation status of these magnificent creatures!
