Henry Carter Hull

There are many kinds of rays that each use strange ways to hunt and keep themselves safe. One of the strangest is the electric ray! This fish uses electricity to stun its dinner and to keep other predators from getting too close. Through this up-close look at rays in the wild, young readers will learn how electric rays create electricity with their bodies. With approachable text paired closely with brilliant photographs, readers will deepen their...

The first things kids notice about flamingos is their startling color: pink! But there's so much more the know about these leggy birds. First of all, despite how still they seem to stand at the zoo, flamingos fly in the wild! This volume introduces even more fun facts about flamingos, written in language chosen especially for the youngest readers. From flamingo habitats to why they look so pink, the information engages young bird enthusiasts as well...

There are more than 60 species of eagle found in Europe, Asia, and Africa, and a few more found elsewhere in the world. But just two are found in North America: the bald eagle and the golden eagle. These majestic birds are featured in this volume written especially for beginning readers. The main content includes discussion of the special parts of eagles' bodies, habitats, prey, nesting, and babies. Up-close, full-color photographs bring readers closer...

Electric eels aren't the only fish that create electricity! While not every catfish can create its own electricity, some pack enough of a punch to stun their prey. How do these catfish make their own electricity? Through this engaging text, young readers will discover this and more! Featuring full-color photographs of electric catfish in the wild paired closely with achievable text, young readers will love learning how these catfish live.

In some places, pigeons are everywhere! But what do you really know about them? They are smart birds that have even had jobs in the past! In this book, readers meet this common city dwelling bird to find out what it likes to eat, where it builds its nest, and how it cares for its babies. Full-color photographs accompany achievable text perfect for beginning readers. Close picture-to-text correlation aids reading comprehension of the low-ATOS text...

This sequel to The Adventures of Lucky and Bud: The Rescue finds the boys at the center of a mystery when their chipmunk cousins' winter food cache is robbed, and the mischievous pair, who have a reputation for raiding bird feeders, eating flower bulbs, and stealing corn cobs and tomatoes from Mr. Pickles' vegetable garden, become suspects. To clear their names, find the real thief and, hopefully, recover the stolen food, they lead a search with help...

Backyard Safari: Red Foxes is chock full of information and fun facts about red foxes. Children learn all about what red foxes look like, hunt, eat and live. Includes full-color photos of foxes in the wild, fun facts and further reading suggestions. Jump start a child's love of wildlife with this amazing book.

Backyard Safari: Opossums is told through a fun narrative. Children learn all about what opossums look like, hunt, eat and live. Includes full-color photos of opossums in the wild, fun facts and further reading suggestions. Jump start a child's love of wildlife with this amazing book.

An excellent book for young learners! If Animals Could Talk: Dogs is narrated by "Charlie" the dog. He teaches readers the communication devices dogs use to let humans know how they are feeling such as the types of bark they do, their body language and ear position. It also includes Pet Facts like "A dog who is about to bite, may wag its tail, but it's body will be rigid and its tail pointing up." Filled with full-color photos of real dog breeds,...

Baby lions are cute enough to make anyone melt, and this charming title proves it! Beginning readers are introduced to the animals through carefully leveled text and adorable labeled photos. Simple features highlight baby lions' life stages and main activities, and a photo glossary helps define unfamiliar words. This cute book is sure to get kids excited about reading!