Cuando Sof�a sue�a que el viento se lleva los pelajes y las plumas de sus amigos animales, ella comparte algunas de sus ropas con ellos. Pero su ropa no les funciona bien. Vi�ndoles su decepci�n, ella se ofrece a coserle a cada uno el abrigo "correcto". Los animales se ponen en fila para explicar lo que necesitan y el por qu�. El oso polar necesita un abrigo blanco para mantenerse tibio y esconderse en la nieve. El pez necesita escamas, pero con baba. Tambi�n la serpiente necesita escamas, pero secas. �Y, c�mo le har� Sof�a un abrigo con p�as al puerco esp�n? El equipo galardonado de Halfmann y Klein (La cola azul de la peque�a lagartija) se re�ne para mostrarnos la cobertura de los animales (y las clasificaciones) en una forma muy imaginativa.
Mientras lees el libro, aprende acerca de las diferentes cadenas alimenticias dentro de un mismo ecosistema. ¿Cuáles animales se encuentran al principio, y cuáles animales terminan siendo el tentempié? Oye, Tirin-tin-tin les enseña a los niños acerca de la cadena alimenticia, el ciclo de la vida, y la parte que cada ser vivo tiene dentro de un ecosistema. Este libro es tan divertido, que los niños no podrán creer que están aprendiendo y estarás acordándote de Oye, Tirin-tin-tin aún cuando lo hayas cerrado.
Did you know that crabs look like mini, clear lobsters when they are babies? Crabs have to molt many times before they even look like adults with hard outer shells. Some crabs grow their own shells while others find used shells to call their own. Find out about a crab's life cycle, physical traits, habitat, and more in this title for beginning readers.
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.
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.
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.
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!
