These heavy mammals carry up to 30-pound horns on their heads. Even the bones in their bodies do not weigh that much! Climb through the mountains with these agile animals in this informative title.
Imagine only being able to find food by using your ears. Brown bats use echoes to determine the location and size of their prey. Fly through the night with these nocturnal creatures in this title for young students.
Imagine being able to swim without goggles because you have clear eyelids. For American beavers, with water-resistant hair, fins for feet, and rudder tails, they have all the equipment needed to be pros in the water. Paddle along with these graceful swimmers in this interesting read for young students.
Coyotes often go unseen and unheard. Their nocturnal behavior and ability to tiptoe toward prey surprise any animal on the menu. Run along with these American mammals in this high-interest title for developing readers.
After Morgan’s backyard is flooded by the nearby river, her dog, Shire, finds a baby beaver that has been washed out of its den. Realizing that its parents aren’t coming back, Morgan must quickly learn to care for the beaver, which she names Sammy. Morgan’s parents warn her that he can’t stay with them forever. Will Morgan be able to find a safe home for Sammy?
When an osprey nest atop an electrical pole catches fire, the whole town of Waterton loses power. Being a park warden’s daughter, Jenna (whom everyone calls Cricket) is there at the scene, where she finds three abandoned baby ospreys. Caring for the chicks proves to be challenging for Cricket. The birds are noisy, hungry and very picky eaters. But when she discovers that the power company is building a new anti-nesting device on the electrical pole, Cricket has an even bigger problem. How will she reunite the baby birds with their parents without a place for them to build a nest?
In Weather in Spring, beginning readers explore spring's changing weather and how it affects people and other living things. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they explore how spring's rain and wind gives them new ways to enjoy being outside. A labeled diagram shows ways to enjoy the weather, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about weather in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Weather in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Birds in Spring, beginning readers will learn how birds mate and raise their young during the spring season. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover what birds do when the weather warms up. A labeled diagram shows parts of a bird, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about birds in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Birds in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Gardens in Spring, beginning readers follow a group of children as they plant a garden. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how people can help seeds grow into plants. A labeled diagram shows tools of gardening, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about gardens in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Gardens in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Trees in Spring, beginning readers follow along as a tree responds to the season by growing leaves and flowers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how trees use sunlight and water to help them grow. A labeled diagram shows the parts of a tree, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about trees in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Trees in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Trees in Spring, beginning readers follow along as a tree responds to the season by growing leaves and flowers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how trees use sunlight and water to help them grow. A labeled diagram shows the parts of a tree, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about trees in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Trees in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Animals in Spring, beginning readers will learn how animal behavior changes during the spring season. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how animals adapt to changing weather conditions. A labeled diagram shows familiar animals that are born in the spring, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about animals in spring online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Animals in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Weather in Spring, beginning readers explore spring's changing weather and how it affects people and other living things. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they explore how spring's rain and wind gives them new ways to enjoy being outside. A labeled diagram shows ways to enjoy the weather, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about weather in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Weather in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Animals in Spring, beginning readers will learn how animal behavior changes during the spring season. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how animals adapt to changing weather conditions. A labeled diagram shows familiar animals that are born in the spring, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about animals in spring online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Animals in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Crocodiles, beginning readers will learn how crocodiles hunt their prey and care for their young. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of crocodiles. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a crocodiles body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about crocodiles online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Crocodiles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Snapping Turtles, beginning readers will follow a hungry snapper as it lures in prey with its worm-like tongue. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of snapping turtles. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a snapping turtles body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about snapping turtles online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Snapping Turtles also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Birds in Spring, beginning readers will learn how birds mate and raise their young during the spring season. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover what birds do when the weather warms up. A labeled diagram shows parts of a bird, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about birds in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Birds in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Gardens in Spring, beginning readers follow a group of children as they plant a garden. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how people can help seeds grow into plants. A labeled diagram shows tools of gardening, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about gardens in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Gardens in Spring also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Horned Lizards, beginning readers will learn about the physical features and behavior of the horned lizard, including its unusual methods of defense. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of the horned lizard. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a horned lizards body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about horned lizards online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Horned Lizards also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Komodo Dragons, beginning readers will learn about the sharp claws, venomous bite, and powerful legs of this huge lizard. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of the Komodo dragon. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a Komodo dragons body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Komodo dragons online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Komodo Dragons also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In The World's Biggest Mammals, early fluent readers learn about mammals as they explore the lives of two of its largest members, the African elephant and the blue whale. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they learn about the physical features and behaviors of these supersized animals. An infographic compares the animals' size with that of familiar items, and an activity offers kids the opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the world's biggest mammals using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The World's Biggest Mammals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In The World's Biggest Insects, early fluent readers learn about insects as they explore the lives of two of its largest members, stick insects and the goliath beetle. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they learn about the physical features and behaviors of these supersized animals. An infographic compares the animals' size with that of familiar items, and an activity offers kids the opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the world's biggest insects using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The World's Biggest Insects also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In The World's Biggest Birds, early fluent readers learn about birds as they explore the lives of two of its largest members, the Andean condor and the ostrich. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they learn about the physical features and behaviors of these supersized animals. An infographic compares the animals' size with that of familiar items, and an activity offers kids the opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the world's biggest birds using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. The World's Biggest Birds also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Manatees, early readers will learn about the physical features and behavior of manatees. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore the underwater world of the peaceful manatee. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a manatee's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about manatees online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Manatees also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Pufferfish, early readers will learn how the pufferfish gets its name and discover how the fish protects itself against predators. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the fascinating underwater world of the pufferfish. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a pufferfish's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about pufferfish online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Pufferfish also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
