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Gross and Disgusting Animals

Julie K. Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427154583

Learn all about different kinds of vile animals. Discover fascinating facts, from fish that are known as vacuums with teeth to why some lizards spurt blood from their eyes. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.

Great White Shark

Amy Culliford (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427154255

Twice as long as humans are tall, the great white shark is the largest predatory fish in the ocean. This fish will go through 20,000 teeth over its lifetime. Read all about the fish made famous by the movie Jaws.

What's So Scary About Sharks?

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Red Chair Press LLC ISBN: 9781643711737

Although some sharks are very scary and dangerous, most species are quiet creatures who pose no threat to humans at all. Readers will learn all about the many kinds of sharks, what they eat, where they live, and their importance to the ocean ecosystem in this fact-and-photo-packed look at one of nature’s top predators.

Salmon

Rowena Rae (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459826540

Salmon: Swimming for Survival introduces us to the dramatic life story of salmon. These fish hatch in streams, swim extreme distances out to sea, and then migrate home to where they were born to produce the next generation. But today their habitats and very survival are threatened by human activity. This book looks at the unique biology of salmon, their importance to many Indigenous communities, their cultural and economic impact and the vital role they play in ecosystems. With profiles from scientists, educators, fishers and more, learn about the people who are working hard to change the uncertain future of salmon and improve the chance that these iconic fish can survive for generations to come.

Sharks Forever

Mark Leiren-Young (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459827578

Explore the latest science about sharks. Did you know that some sharks have friends? Or that there are sharks small enough to swim in a soup can? There are sharks who can walk on land and others who make their own light. There are ancient sharks who lived in the oceans millions of years ago, and new species who have just been discovered. Most importantly, did you know that most sharks are fighting for their survival? Sharks Forever takes a deep dive into the lives of sharks––their habitat, biology, habits and personalities. It also looks at the biggest threats to their existence, from marine pollution and overfishing to bycatch and shark-fin soup. It goes beyond the bites and shares stories about people who swim with sharks and call them friends.

Big Sharks, Small World

Mark Leiren-Young (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459831551

Meet different sharks from around the world in this rhyming board book. Did you know that some sharks have friends? Or that there are some sharks bigger than trucks, while others are smaller than ducks? There are sharks who can walk on land and others who play hide-and-seek in the sand. Shark expert and enthusiast Mark Leiren-Young's rhyming couplets are paired with striking photographs of many different kinds of sharks, introducing little ones to the wonder and variety of this often misunderstood fish.

Whale, Dolphin, and Other Pods

Cynthia O'Brien (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039807075

Why do belugas join pods to migrate? How do dolphins protect others in their pods? Why are pods important to some baby animals for survival? Discover the answers in this fascinating book and learn about the many ways living in a pod helps animals survive. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

We Read about the Amphibian Life Cycle

Tracy Vonder Brink, Madison Parker (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887352527

I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. What is a frog's larva called? When can salamanders leave the water? Read to discover the answers as you learn about the life cycle of amphibians. Each book in the Life Cycles of Living Things series shows you how living things are born and how they grow up. Comprehension Questions with Answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

We Read about Seahorses

Amy Culliford, Madison Parker (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887352459

Early readers will be introduced to seahorses through simple text and vibrant images to aid comprehension. Learn all about the characteristics of seahorses and their lives under the sea. List of sight words. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

We Read about Dolphins

Amy Culliford, Madison Parker (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9798887352466

I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Early readers will be introduced to dolphins through simple text and vibrant images to aid comprehension. Learn all about the characteristics of dolphins and their lives under the sea. List of sight words. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Shoals and Schools of Fish

Rachel Stuckey (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039807068

How do schools of fish confuse predators? Why do similar fish shoal and school together? Why do some fish live in groups only when they are young? Discover the answers in this colorful book and learn about the many ways living in schools or shoals help fish survive. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.

Turtles: A Compare and Contrast Book

Cher Vatalaro (author)

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing ISBN: 9781638170334

There are over 300 different species of turtles. They live in deep ocean waters to dry desert habitats and range in size from small box turtles to gigantic Galapagos tortoises. They all have shells as part of their skeleton but some shells are flat and others are large domes. Some turtles can pull heads into shells for protection but others cannot. Some are herbivores and others are omnivores but none have teeth. Learn more about what these reptiles have in common and how they are different through the latest edition of the Compare and Contrast Book series.

Octopus or Squid? A Compare and Contrast Book

AnnMarie Lisi (author)

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing ISBN: 9781638170242

Octopuses and squids are both marine invertebrates that are sometimes confused. They both have eight arms, but one also has two tentacles. One has rectangle-shaped pupils but the other’s pupils are round. One swims or walks along the ocean floor with strong arms. The other only swims using fins. One lives alone in caves while the other lives in open waters. Learn more about what these animals have in common and how they are different through the latest installment of the Compare and Contrast Book series.

Fishes: A Compare and Contrast Book

Marie Fargo (author)

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing ISBN: 9781638170235

Fishes live all over the world in both fresh and saltwater and in tropical, temperate, or polar habitats. Some fishes have bones while others have cartilage skeletons. Sizes vary from tiny goldfish to huge great white sharks, with all kinds of sizes in between. From flat bottom-dwelling to torpedo fast-swimming, their body shapes match their needs. Some fishes, like flounders and seahorses, even have body shapes to camouflage themselves. Colors can range from grays and browns to bright reds, yellows, or blues. Explore the similarities and differences in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series!

Alligator or Crocodile? A Compare and Contrast Book

Jennifer Shields (author)

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing ISBN: 9781638170204

Some of the most often confused reptiles are alligators and crocodiles. While both are crocodilians and, in some cases, may even inhabit the same areas, they are quite different. Readers learn what they have in common and how to tell them apart. Both spend time on land and in water. One eats small animals but the other preys on animals larger than they are! One tends to have wide snouts and the other has v-shaped snouts. Explore fascinating facts about these large (and scary) animals in this latest installment of the Compare and Contrast Book series.

Shells

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9798885240499

Shells introduces the earliest readers to unique animal shell textures and patterns while providing them with a supportive first nonfiction reading experience. High-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, photo labels, and strong visual references support emergent readers, making sure they aren't facing too many challenges at once. Shells includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index.

Scales

Jenna Lee Gleisner (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9798885240468

Scales introduces the earliest readers to unique, colorful fish and reptile scales while providing them with a supportive first nonfiction reading experience. High-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, photo labels, and strong visual references support emergent readers, making sure they aren't facing too many challenges at once. Scales includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction features such as labels, a table of contents, words to know, and an index

Dolphin or Porpoise?

Jamie Rice (author)

Publisher: Jump Library ISBN: 9798885241571

In Dolphin or Porpoise?, beginning readers will learn to spot the differences between these aquatic mammals. Carefully leveled text relays what the mammals look like and how they behave. Each page then asks readers to name which one is shown in the photo. Answers appear upside down on the bottom of each page, making reading for learning interactive and fun. A See and Compare spread shows and labels each mammal side by side, while a Quick Facts feature lists even more information about their similarities and differences. Children can learn more about dolphins and porpoises online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dolphin or Porpoise? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index.

Inky's Great Escape!

Sarah Eason (author) Ludovic Salle (illustrator)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096683

Octopuses can mimic other underwater animals, make tools below the waves, and . . . sneak out of almost anywhere. When an injured octopus was brought to the National Aquarium of New Zealand, the clever creature soon became a crowd favorite. That is, until Inky the octopus made his great escape back to the ocean. Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these cunning creatures and read other stores of octopus masterminds.

Animals under Water

Brenda McHale (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885095938

What's the deal with animals under water? Open up this fact file to find out! Learn all about creatures that live in water, from seahorses to whales and jellyfish. Explore where these animals live, what they eat, and more. Bright, engaging photos help readers follow along to get all the facts.

Wild Animals

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781634729772

Take a look at the world's weirdest animals--from blobfish to Octogoat. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Top 10: Venom

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781634705677

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Venom. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Top 10: Predators

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781634705653

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Predators. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Top 10: Partnerships

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781634722056

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Partnerships. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Top 10: Disguises

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781634705622

Dive into the Wild Wicked Wonderful world of the animal kingdom with the Top 10: Disguises. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of fascinating information and wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.