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1) Sea Horses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Clinging below the ocean's surface are small creatures with horse heads and monkey tails. Sea horses may have parts that look like other animals, but they are their own unique specimen. In fact, sea horses are so extraordinary that the males give birth! Although sea horses are extremely slow swimmers, they will quickly enter the hearts and minds of curious, young readers!
2) Clownfish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Clownfish have mastered the art of friendship. These striped fish form a special bond with sea anemones. They help each other survive. Clownfish enjoy the sea anemone's protection and leftover food. In return, they will chase away animals or eat pests that harm sea anemones. In this fascinating title, young readers will learn all about clownfish, from their coloring to their home range and more.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Nearly as large as a school bus, humpback whales are a sight to see! Near the surface, these giants will come up to breathe from their blowholes. They migrate to find food and may hunt in groups. Since these whales do not have teeth, they happily gulp prey with their enormous mouths. Deep below the surface, males sing songs. Get in tune with humpback whales and pick up this book for young learners.
4) Jellyfish
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Jellyfish are graceful, beautiful ocean animals. But their looks are deceiving. Those long, wavy tentacles can really sting! Jellyfish are often transparent. They do not have bones, blood, or brains. Despite their simplicity, these creatures have been around for millions of years. Discover more about jellyfish in this title for emergent readers.
5) Sea Stars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Did you know that sea stars pump water instead of blood through their systems? Although commonly called starfish, these life forms are not fish! Instead, they are part of a group containing other animals like sea urchins and sand dollars. Sea stars are hardy animals that can grow new limbs and open clam shells. In this interesting title, students will enjoy learning more about these shining ocean stars!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Shaped like torpedoes, Great white sharks can launch out of the water to catch prey. Named after their white bellies, these sharks easily blend in with the sun when seen from below. In addition to their coloring, these sharks have serrated teeth for tearing. They are made to hunt! In this exciting title, learn more about great white sharks and why they are one of the top predators in the ocean.
7) Squids
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Squids are one of the most fascinating creatures of the sea! About 1,000 feet below the ocean's surface, these cephalopods are experts at evading enemies. Some squirt ink, while others change colors to confuse predators. Young readers will learn all about squids in this enticing title about one of the oceans most unusual animals.
Visuals of related animals teach about animal group classification. Zoomed-in photo bubbles with labels identify key body...
8) Octopuses
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Armed with intelligence, eight arms, and a beak, octopuses amaze scientists and students alike. Octopuses often decorate their dens with shells. Some have been observed tapping their prey on the shoulder to surprise them before chowing down. Others may completely disappear with camouflage. Young readers will surely dive into this awe-inspiring title!
9) Corals
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did you know that some corals are named for being look-alikes? The mushroom coral has an umbrella-like shape. Grooves on the surface of the brain coral give it the appearance of the important human organ. Beginning readers just might get the urge to name the corals in this book.
10) Walruses
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Walruses have big tusks under hairy mustaches. These animals use their long teeth to fight or lift themselves out of the water. Walruses have thick skin and a lot of blubber. They can weigh more than 3,000 pounds (1,361 kilograms)! Find out more about these massive creatures in this book for beginning readers.
11) Puffer Fish
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
At the sight of danger, puffer fish blow up! Their bodies become like balloons. Their plump lips and oversize eyes, usually exaggerated, look more proportionate for a time. The goal is to use size to intimidate. Fascinating content in this title will suck young readers in.
12) Eels
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An eel pokes its head out of the sand. This slippery sea creature is looking for food! When a tempting morsel swims by, the eel uses its two sets of jaw to clamp down on its latest meal. This title for beginning readers offers many fascinating facts about eels.
Visuals of related animals teach about animal group classification. Zoomed-in photo bubbles with labels identify key body parts up close. Species spotlights offer range maps and conservation...
13) Emperor Penguins
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Emperor penguins often come together like a sports team. A tight huddle keeps them warm in their Antarctic homeland. Coping with the cold is a must for these birds. Their wings cannot fly them to milder climates. This children's title tells how emperor penguins manage life in the South Pole.
14) Orcas
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Every orca pod has its very own theme song! Musical elements include whistles, clicks, and pops. "Singing" is the orca way of communicating, navigating, and hunting. This read offers young children the chance to get in tune with the world's largest dolphin species.
15) Sea Lions
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Curious how sea lions got their name? Well, male sea lions are responsible. Most have a lion-like mane, and they roar loudly to protect females. Young readers will learn all about the wild relatives of the trick-performing sea lions they enjoy watching at the zoo.
16) Lobsters
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did you know that clawed lobsters can be right-clawed or left-clawed? Every baby is born with two cutter claws. Then one cutter claw eventually develops into a crusher claw, which determines handedness. Beginning readers will want to get their hands on this ocean animal profile!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Talkative and friendly, bottlenose dolphins are always up for some fun. They love playing tag and racing through waves. These dolphins form strong relationships with each other, often communicating with many different sounds. A group of dolphins will hunt, travel, and watch each other's backs. Learn more about these social creatures in this enthralling title for early readers.
18) Stingrays
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did you know stingray babies are called pups? As soon as pups are born, they are ready to survive on their own! Once they are adults, they will feed on shrimp and clams. They often hide from predators, but they may also use their tail to inject poison. Discover more about stingrays in this title for emergent readers.
19) Sea Otters
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sea otters have the thickest fur of any mammal in the world! It is so thick and compact that their skin never gets wet. Dense fur is essential for sea otters as they swim through frigid waters. This children's title tells how the smallest ocean mammal survives at sea.
Visuals of related animals teach about animal group classification. Zoomed-in photo bubbles with labels identify key body parts up close. Species spotlights offer range maps and conservation...
20) Sea Turtles
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sea turtles have strong flippers to propel them through water. These shelled animals may migrate thousands of miles to lay eggs. Although they are not agile on shore, some can swim faster than 20 miles (32 kilometers) per hour! Many sea turtles live to be well over 30 years old. Beginning readers will learn a boat load of exciting information in this fun title on sea turtles.
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