In Elephant Calves in the Wild, beginning readers will learn about baby elephants as they grow up on the savanna in Africa. Follow along as elephant calves join the herd and learn from their moms. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to elephant calves' appearance, diet, behaviors, and habitat. A picture diagram labels an elephant calf's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about elephant calves online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Elephant Calves in the Wild also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Dolphin or Porpoise?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these aquatic mammals. Carefully leveled text relays what the mammals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which one is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each mammal side by side, while a Quick Facts feature lists even more information about their similarities and differences. Children can learn more about dolphins and porpoises online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dolphin or Porpoise? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
In Crow or Raven?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these birds. Carefully leveled text relays what the birds look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which one is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each bird side by side, while a Quick Facts feature lists even more information about their similarities and differences. Children can learn more about crows and ravens online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Crow or Raven? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.
Allosaurs hunted with sharp teeth, and Steogosaurs developed bones like armor to stay safe from fierce predators. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Jurassic period. But what about creatures flying high in the sky or the predators lurking under the waves? Many of those animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Jurassic as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.
Octopuses can mimic other underwater animals, make tools below the waves, and . . . sneak out of almost anywhere. When an injured octopus was brought to the National Aquarium of New Zealand, the clever creature soon became a crowd favorite. That is, until Inky the octopus made his great escape back to the ocean. Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these cunning creatures and read other stores of octopus masterminds.
At first, small dinos scampered along on small legs. But it wasn't long before long-necked sauropods began to tower over the landscape. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Triassic period. But what about other fierce creatures roaming the land and lurking under the waves? Many of those animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Triassic as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.
Tyrannosaurus rex had sharp teeth that could bit through bone, and Triceratops must have been an intimidating sight with their large frills and prominent horns. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Cretaceous period. But what about creatures flying high in the sky or predators lurking under the waves? Many of these animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Cretaceous as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.
Sometimes when I'm sick, I feel a tickle in my throat. Then, suddenly--cough! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of coughs. Learn how they happen, why coughs are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions.
A flickering flame and the smoke curling from a burnt out candle have a lot in common. They are both signs of a chemical reaction. Learn all about the reactions from the smallest atomic structures that cause the changes to the different kinds of products reactions can yield and everything in between. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all.
After I eat a big meal, my tummy is so full it feels like it's going to explode. Buurrp! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of burps. Learn how they happen, what can be done to stop burping, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions.
When faced with an enemy, the opossum flops over and doesn't move. Drool bubbles from its nose, and a smelly liquid might squirt out from its butt. Did it die of fright? No, it's playing dead! Along with other tricks, the opossum pretends to be dead so its enemies will move on to their next snack. Fun text and eye-catching photos introduce this animal in all its gross glory.
Pop! Bubble gum is a fun treat, but did you know it was first made by mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a favorite candy. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!
Stay away from the horned lizard or risk being sprayed with blood--from the creature's eye! The lizard has some amazing (and gross) ways of defending itself, from blood-squirting eyes to sharp spines that can pierce through an attacking snake. Fun text and eye-catching photos introduce this animal in all its gross glory.
Your morning meal can give you energy to start your day right. But there are so many options. What's on your breakfast plate? Empower young readers to identify healthy choices with this exciting book that makes food literacy approachable. Colorful illustrations combined with bright photos make picking healthy choices fun!
When researchers at Oxford University heard that crows may use twigs as tools, the scientists knew they had to investigate. They created an experiment to see if their own crows, Betty and Abel, could make and use tools--and were shocked at just how smart these birds can be. Explore the exciting true story of supersmart animals in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these brainy birds and read other stories of crow masterminds!
I look around and my eyes do something, even when I don't realize it. They blink! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of blinks. Learn why blinks happen, why they are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions.
What's the deal with animals under water? Open up this fact file to find out! Learn all about creatures that live in water, from seahorses to whales and jellyfish. Explore where these animals live, what they eat, and more. Bright, engaging photos help readers follow along to get all the facts.
Everything around us is made of matter, but what is matter made of? Atoms and molecules! Learn all about how the smallest things in our universe come together to make the biggest, examine what the behavior of molecules does for the matter it makes up, and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all!
What's the deal with animals in the sand? Open up this fact file to find out! Learn all about desert creatures, from camels to scorpions and lizards. Explore where these animals live, what they eat, and more. Bright, engaging photos help readers follow along to get all the facts.
Why does a baking soda and vinegar volcano erupt? That's what happens when you mix and an acid and a base. But just what are acids and bases? What makes them so different? Learn the answers to these questions and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all!
What's the deal with animals in the air? Open up this fact file to find out! Learn all about flying creatures, from birds and bats to insects. Explore where these animals live, what they eat, and more. Bright, engaging photos help readers follow along to get all the facts.
Which animals have the wildest disguises? This book explores the wild, wicked, and wonderful world of animal disguises. Series is developed to aid struggling and reluctant young readers with engaging high-interest content, considerate text, and clear visuals. Includes table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, index, sidebars, and author biographies.
How do we talk about body image? This book breaks down the topic of body image for young readers. Filled with engaging photos and captions, this series opens up opportunities for deeper thought and informed conversation. Guided exploration of topics in 21st Century Junior Library's signature style helps readers to Look, Think, Ask Questions, Make Guesses, and Create as they go!
Eww, what's that smell? Who are the smelly stinkers of the animal kingdom? This book explores the wild, wicked, and wonderful world of the smelliest animals. Series is developed to aid struggling and reluctant young readers with engaging high-interest content, considerate text, and clear visuals. Includes table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, index, sidebars, and author biographies.
Smart architecture includes buildings that use advanced technology. This book showcases cutting-edge smart buildings--from apartments and houses to offices and factories--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, design activity, and sidebars.
