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81) Fish
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Shine the science spotlight on flounders, sharks, eels, and an ocean full of other fish! Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and life cycle, Fish introduces young readers and browsers to these aquatic animals through vibrant full-color photos and concise, factual text.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Mimicry is when two or more animals that aren't closely related look, act, or sound similar. Mimicry is an adaptation that some species developed to keep them safe from predators. There are also cases in which mimicry deceives the mimic's prey or a partner within the mimic's own species. Inquisitive minds will learn about the different types of mimicry and find interesting and up-close examples of mimicry in the wild. Fun fact boxes provide additional...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the extraordinarily long North American monarch migration. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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We can see birds perched on tree branches and deer in fields. However, many young readers may not know about the complex world beneath their feet. Some animals make short-term homes underground whereas others live underground all the time. Your readers will find examples of underground animals and learn why they live there. While some people think underground animals are pests, readers will learn that many of these animals help maintain Earth's crucial...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the difficulties cheetahs face from birth through adulthood. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.|Glossary of key words|Detailed maps|Informative sidebars|Sources for further research|Suggested websites|Table of contents|Index|Author/Illustrator...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Camouflage is when an animal's coloring makes it hard for other organisms to tell where they are, what they are, or where they're moving. This helps keep the animals safe from predators and helps them sneak up on their prey. Your readers will learn about the different types of camouflage and encounter examples of each. A graphic organizer displays information in a way that allows readers to quickly and easily draw connections while bright photographs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the one-way trip salmon take in order to reproduce. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.|Glossary of key words|Detailed maps|Informative sidebars|Sources for further research|Suggested websites|Table of contents|Index|Author/Illustrator...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Marsupials are mammals that have a pouch or a fold of skin called a marsupium in which their young are protected, carried, and nourished. Almost all species of marsupials live in Australia, although some species live on land and others live in trees. Young explorers will learn about the early stages of marsupials' life cycle and the habitats in which they live. Captivating photographs draw readers in and fun facts maintain their attention throughout...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the complex social behavior of meerkats. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author. From an emperor penguin balancing an egg on its feet to a herd of elephants mourning their matriarch's death on the African savanna, the natural world...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Albinism is a condition in which there's a lack of pigment in an animal's eyes, skin, scales, or feathers. This condition is genetically transmitted from parent to offspring. Albinism is found in nearly all animal species, including humans, snakes, and beetles. Readers will learn what causes albinism, the challenges albino animals face, and why these animals are so special. Fact boxes provide readers with supplementary information while color photographs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the great lengths emperor penguins go to in order to raise their young. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Just as knights in the Middle Ages wore armor to keep their bodies safe during battle, some animals have strong, hard coverings to keep their bodies safe from predators. Some animals have hard scales, shells, or thick skin that acts as armor. Your curious learners are introduced to the different types of armor that animals have and they'll encounter examples of each. Bright photographs grab readers' attention while a graphic organizer presents key...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the serious threats facing chimpanzees and the ways in which the animals are adapting. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Gives readers an up-close look at the risks harp seals face throughout their lives. Includes a concise overview of the species, a table of contents, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, an index, and an introduction to the author.
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You won't believe what you read!
What newborn mammal fits in a teaspoon but can grow as tall as a human adult.
What creature has magnetic teeth?
Which seabird bullies other birds?
What kind of fish can climb trees?
Find out the answers to these questions and many more in When Crocodiles Cry, the newest collection of jaw-dropping animal facts from the author of When Sleeping Birds Fly: 365 Amazing Facts About the Animal Kingdom.
You'll be amazed, amused,...
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Have you ever wondered what fascinating creatures inhabit our planet? "Wonders, Oddities, and Surprising and Unusual Creatures of the Animal Kingdom." invites you to explore the amazing world of rare and curious animals that defy our expectations and expand our understanding of biological diversity.From insects with amazing abilities to marine mammals with extraordinary behaviors, this book will take you on an exciting journey through the most peculiar...
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Language
English
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Have you ever wondered what fascinating creatures inhabit our planet? "Wonders, Oddities, and Surprising and Unusual Creatures of the Animal Kingdom." invites you to explore the amazing world of rare and curious animals that defy our expectations and expand our understanding of biological diversity.From insects with amazing abilities to marine mammals with extraordinary behaviors, this book will take you on an exciting journey through the most peculiar...
Author
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered what fascinating creatures inhabit our planet? "Wonders, Oddities, and Surprising and Unusual Creatures of the Animal Kingdom." invites you to explore the amazing world of rare and curious animals that defy our expectations and expand our understanding of biological diversity.From insects with amazing abilities to marine mammals with extraordinary behaviors, this book will take you on an exciting journey through the most peculiar...
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