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When people think of life forms, they often think of animals and plants. Not all organisms fit into these two groups. Protists are a hugely diverse group of organisms. They are usually tiny and made up of just a single cell. This valuable resource features colorful photographs that correlate very closely to details of the narrative, encouraging readers to develop a deeper understanding of the book's material as well as key concepts related to elementary life science curricula.

Children around the world know that Earth Day is a holiday to show support for environmental causes, such as tree-planting initiatives or beach cleanups. But it actually started in 1970 as a way to protest the issues concerning the environment. Written in accessible language and with appropriate content, this volume introduces readers to the reasons we still celebrate Earth Day today. It encourages care for Earth and a sense of responsibility for the world around us. Full-color photographs show the beautiful world around us and what readers can do to take part on April 22 next year.

Like many gems, amber is used to make jewelry and other decorations. But it's formed unlike any other gem. Amber is actually fossilized tree resin that's 40 million to 60 million years old! Readers learn how this unique gem forms through accessible science content, including fun fact boxes that add even more detail. Close-up photographs of amber in full color engage readers with the fossilization process, the discovery of amber, and what this beautiful, natural gem teaches scientists about Earth's past.

When Asian carp were first introduced into farm ponds in the southern United States during the 1970s, no one knew the harm they would cause in waterways as far north as Minnesota and Wisconsin! Today, these fish are just one of many invasive species that threaten native animals and habitats on Earth. There are many more animal invaders for readers to learn about, including bullfrogs, killer bees, and zebra mussels. The main content simply explains the harm caused by their presence, while full-color photographs allow readers to see the animals up close in their adopted habitats.

Penguins are incredible animals who have adapted to the harsh, cold continent of Antarctica. One of their amazing adaptations is migration. In this book, readers will learn exciting facts about penguins, from their diet to their life cycle. Readers will also follow penguins on their migration, learning where, how, and why they move from place to place. Fantastic photographs will show penguins on the move, as accessible text brings readers along for the journey. Readers will love exploring this icy landscape and its perfectly proficient penguin.

From the fiercest predator to the lowliest plant, every member of an ecosystem is immeasurably important to the survival of their environment. Although they're not regarded as a keystone species, sea urchins play a pivotal role in maintaining healthy marine environments. Without sea urchins to consume algae, entire coral reef ecosystems could collapse. This educational text invites readers to imagine a world without sea urchins, delving into curricular science concepts, such as interdependence of species, with accessible language and real-world examples.

Weathering and erosion have helped shaped many of Earth's most famous landforms, from the Grand Canyon to the Cliffs of Moher. Readers will get an in-depth look at how these fascinating processes are able to transform the surfaces of the world. Eye-catching photographs and stimulating sidebars help readers develop a deeper understanding of the informative narrative. Explanatory graphic organizers reinforce key concepts and support important aspects of elementary science curricula, including the Next Generation Science Standards.

Have you ever noticed how some continents seem like they could fit together like puzzle pieces? That's because millions of years ago they did. This exciting book dives deep to explain the action-packed science of tectonic plates. Colorful maps point out where to find the Earth's major and minor tectonic plates. Dramatic photographs and vivid diagrams show what happens when they collide. Curious readers will love this high-interest take on geology because even when standing still, the ground beneath our feet is slowly on the move.

E. D. Cope and O. C. Marsh were 19th-century paleontologists whose friendship couldn't withstand their professional rivalry. Their competitive natures led to the frenzied unearthing of hundreds of dinosaur fossils across North America, many of which can still be seen in museums around the world. The captivating tale of these scientists unfolds in this absorbing book, which also includes a timeline, sidebars, and fact boxes offering much information about paleontology, dinosaurs, and excavations as well as photographs and images to further elucidate essential science concepts.

The USS Constitution had a storied history, serving its country nearly a century since it was launched in 1797. Readers will love learning about the adventures American sailors had aboard this vessel, especially its exploits during the War of 1812, during which it earned its nickname Old Ironsides. They'll especially enjoy the fictional narratives included throughout the text, which are based on actual accounts of naval sailors and officers. Historical images supplement the text and will inspire the reader to visit this floating piece of history, now a museum.

Identifying attributes of objects is a staple of early elementary education, and one of these attributes is size. This valuable volume provides an excellent opportunity for review and assessment of the appropriate use of size words, such as big, small, large, and little, along with other vocabulary that young readers should become familiar with. The at-level text is specially crafted to be achievable for beginning readers. They will find plenty of visual cues in the bright photographs featured throughout this engaging book.

Tyrannosaurus rex was one of the largest meat-eating dinosaurs that ever lived. It could chomp up to 500 pounds of meat and bone in a single bite! While crocodiles don't compare in size, they're some of the largest carnivores alive today and one of the most feared man-eaters. This cleverly crafted volume invites readers into the worlds of these predators and asks them to envision what would happen if these beasts went head-to-head in the ultimate beast battle. Color photographs, dynamic illustrations, and imaginative text brings the action to life.

Shape recognition is a fundamental part of pre-K and kindergarten classrooms. This fun book, with its appealing photographs, provides an entertaining way for young learners to practice their reading skills and hone their understanding of an important math standard. Throughout the accessible narrative, readers are asked to identify various shapes, such as triangles, rectangles, circles, and ovals, among multiple images, allowing many opportunities for assessment. Early readers will enjoy a feeling of accomplishment for mastering this crucial concept.

Numbers are everywhere, and adults recognize them and count objects without even thinking about it. The youngest mathematicians, however, need practice to achieve this level of proficiency. This clever volume helps readers "spy" numbers among several colorful images that they'll recognize from their everyday lives. As they complete these activities, they will learn which numbers they may need to review more and which they have mastered. They will also practice their reading skills through simple, achievable text supported by the visual clues.

The overall concept of money usually comes easily to young learners who curiously watch the exchange of money for goods from an early age. However, noticing the distinguishing characteristics of different kinds of money, such as coins and paper notes, is a bit trickier. This helpful and engaging book is an excellent companion for those who are learning to discern the different types of money. It also touches on the valuable skills of sorting and classifying, which are important concepts in early elementary math curricula.

Learning to recite the alphabet is an important step to reading. This beneficial book builds on that crucial step, asking readers to locate letters of the alphabet among a variety of colorful images that begin with those letters. They'll review their knowledge of what different letters look like and how they differ from other letters while honing their reading fluency with simple sentences. Emerging readers will love the appealing pictures and find the activity of spying letters motivating and rewarding.

"I spy the color...red!" There is no more effective learning strategy than to make the review of colors into a game. This vibrant volume helps beginning readers assess their understanding of all the colors of the rainbow and practice their emerging reading skills. They are asked to locate a familiar object of a certain color among other brightly colored objects. The entertaining images were specially selected to encourage vocabulary acquisition, reader motivation, and to cause amusement.

From the inception of the NBA in 1946 to the athletes of the league today, this entertaining volume serves as an introduction to the greatest superstars to play the game. The thrilling text is accessible to those who have never played basketball before and includes information on positions, how the game works, and which stats make the difference. Also featured is a section on the WNBA and how women are redefining what it means to excel. Readers will come for the action photographs and stay for the astonishing statistics as they imagine themselves watching the greatest to ever compete.

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most diverse and amazing natural wonders to see in the ocean, and there are many plant and animal species that call it home. Readers take a journey to this interesting place through engaging information, vivid images, and helpful graphic organizers. Young readers everywhere delight in learning about the reef, the waters surrounding it, and what can be done to protect it for future generations. Even developing readers will enjoy the science and travel content in our patented fun fact format.

Have you ever been to New York City and seen the Empire State Building? This beautiful skyscraper is known as one of the most iconic buildings in the world. Details about its construction, early days, and stories about interesting and unique events that took place here delight and engage, and graphic organizers and eye-catching images draw in emerging readers. Readers will aspire to see this architectural wonder in person after enjoying this book.

The ancient Aztecs are one of the most fascinating civilizations our world has ever seen, and their capital city of Tenochtitlan is just as interesting. Facts about the size of the city, its citizens, and daily life around the city will wow readers, and graphic organizers and pictures help readers to understand what it was like to live in Tenochtitlan in the 1300s to the 1500s. Take your readers on a trip back in time to learn all about this ancient city, its takeover by Spanish conquistadors, and its eventual decline.

Did you know that the Emancipation Proclamation didn't free all the slaves in the United States? This is just one of many truths readers will expose as they learn the facts behind common misconceptions about the Civil War. As young historians enjoy uncovering the truth about the causes of the war, its major events, and its aftermath, they expand their knowledge of this essential social studies curriculum topic. Graphic organizers, full-color photographs, and primary sources enhance the engaging main text, and eye-catching fact boxes provide additional information about this pivotal period in American history.

Stories of the outlaw archer Robin Hood reach back to medieval times. However, movies, books, comic books, and television shows about him still populate our popular culture. Readers will not only become absorbed by the legend of the folk hero, complete with his Merry Men and the evil Sheriff of Nottingham, they'll be intrigued by the debate about whether Robin Hood is based on a real person. Famous illustrations and fun facts abound in this high-interest volume.

When one thinks of the strongest animals on Earth, one might consider the gorilla or a grizzly bear. But leafcutter ants are actually some of the strongest when size is taken into consideration. In this book, imaginary match ups between superstrong animals captivate and entertain readers as they learn fun facts about each kind of animal. Full-color images and a playful tone keep learning and thinking about the title question fun even as the content supports classroom learning.

Unicorns have healing powers, but your readers will learn that they are also great at writing compound sentences. Presented here is a magical journey featuring unicorns that help students learn about joining sentences together. Engaging fact boxes provide interesting information about this mythical one-horned creature, while vivid illustrations draw young readers into the narrative. Learning about grammar has never been this fun and magical, and readers will be fascinated by all this journey has to offer.

Stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table are rife with adventure and romance. People never tire of the many legendary exploits of the ancient king of Britain. However, readers might be surprised that many historians believe Arthur was a real person. This accessible volume includes some of the most famous tales of the legend as well as their foundations in both history and myth. Beautiful artwork and intriguing fact boxes make this a unique and valuable addition to any fiction or nonfiction collection.

There are many rules for irregular plural nouns, but let the magical elves in this vibrant volume make learning those rules easy! Some might think that elves just make toys in Santa's workshop, but they are also experts on irregular plural nouns. Young readers will learn general rules as well as exceptions, in addition to facts about elves in the Magical Facts boxes. Engaging illustrations help this grammar concept become easily accessible for authentic learning.

For those who love reading, the library is often a favorite place to spend time. For many young readers, working in a library might sound like the perfect job. In addition to learning about the hard work that goes into being a librarian, readers will learn about important concepts, such as borrowing. Bright photographs that are closely related to the text help create an accessible, engaging book for beginning readers. Those who already love libraries will come to respect the hard work their librarians do, while others may be inspired to take a trip to their local library.

Collective nouns may not seem all that interesting to young readers, but this volume, which features facts about mermaids, makes collective nouns extremely engaging. Let the mythical mermaids take readers on a journey of learning about different and sometimes amusing collective nouns. Even developing learners will chuckle while reading about a gaggle of geese or an army of caterpillars. Beautiful illustrations add to the wonder of this book, while Magical Fact boxes provide information about mysterious mermaid legends.

What makes a metal precious? It's rare, and it's useful. When a metal is both these things, like gold, it's very precious--and expensive. This book takes readers underground where they'll discover the processes and elements that shape precious metals. They'll learn about the features of metals that make them desirable, such as luster, ductility, and reactivity, and how certain metals are utilized. While readers may know something about gold and silver, they'll become acquainted with other important precious metals such as rhodium and palladium. Vivid photographs, helpful graphic organizers, and interesting sidebars make this crucial science topic engaging and accessible.