In this book, early fluent readers will learn how cuttlefish use colors to camouflage themselves, hunt, attract mates, and warn off predators. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about cuttlefish, their habitat, behaviors, and science behind their amazing, bright colors. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about cuttlefish using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Cuttlefish also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn how crabs live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the invertebrate's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the invertebrate's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about crabs using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Crabs also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In this book, early fluent readers will learn how corals live and survive in the ocean. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the invertebrate's appearance, diet, life cycle, and behaviors. Take a Look! infographics highlight and label the invertebrate's range and habitat as well as its anatomy. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about corals using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Corals also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
The whale shark may be the largest fish in the sea, but don't let size fool you. This gentle giant hunts for some of the smallest water animals, gulping up big groups of them before filtering out the water and swallowing its next meal. Dive under the waves to watch the filter feeder at work, swim through its warm watery home, protect other animals from predators, and more. It's time to get shark shocked!
A silent hunter cuts through the ocean in the dark of night. The tiger shark is always on the lookout for its next meal. With a powerful jaw and jagged teeth, the shark makes quick work of even the toughest of prey. Dive deep under the waves to follow the hunt, migrate through the waters alongside the tiger shark, learn about the human threats to this incredible fish, and more. It's time to get shark shocked!
Did you know that some shrimp and krill make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates, scare off predators, or find food. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent shrimp and krill--and get ready for a glow show! Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures.
Did you know that some octopuses and squid make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates, scare off predators, or find food. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent octopuses and squid--and get ready for a glow show! Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures
Did you know that some plankton make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates or scare off predators. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent plankton--and get ready for a glow show! Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures.
Did you know that some jellyfish make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some glow to attract mates, scare off predators, or find food. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent jellyfish--and get ready for a glow show! Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures.
Did you know that many deep-sea fish make their own light? This amazing ability is called bioluminescence. Some dangle a lighted lure to find prey, while others glow to scare off predators or attract mates. Look inside to learn all about bioluminescent deep-sea fish--and get ready for a glow show! Includes a table of contents, glossary of key words, index, author biography, sidebars, and a feature about related glowing creatures.
In the Amazon Basin, many animals hunt fish for every meal. Sometimes, this shared diet leads to a battle! Giant otters are speedy predators, but are they a match for powerful caimans? This title dives into the strengths of each animal and their tactics to take down prey. Profiles for each animal highlight their size, habitat, and range, while other features showcase their speed and summarize their prized weapons. Who do you think will win this water war?
Predators in the coral reef have different strengths. Barracudas speed through the water, while moray eels wait patiently in hidden crevices. Which hunting tactic is best? In this title, a match between the barracuda and the moray eel settles the score. Readers will discover each animal’s secret weapons and attack moves. Features highlight swim speed and fangtooth size. Facts throughout the text add even more engaging information.
Colorful coral reefs are home to many animals! In this title, readers will learn how coral reefs form, who lives in them, and how humans impact reefs. Leveled text and crisp images combine with special features that profile famous reefs, diagram how reefs form, and highlight famous coral reef animals. Readers will be excited to dive into this colorful title!
Some sea turtles swim thousands of miles each year! These creatures are resilient, but their survival is at risk. In this low-level title, leveled text and crisp photos help young readers learn about the threats that sea turtles face, and the ways humans are working to protect the turtles. Special features map where the turtles live, introduce cause and effect, and explore how sea turtles are important to the ocean ecosystem.
Sea horses are masters of disguise! These coral reef creatures can change colors to hide from the many predators that lurk near their homes. In this title, colorful images and leveled text will help readers better understand the physical and behavioral adaptations that help sea horses thrive. Special features visually showcase the adaptations, highlight favorite foods, and more.
With their bright colors and excellent camouflage, angelfish have adapted well to their home in the coral reef! In this title, vibrant images display these colorful fish, while the text introduces the body parts and behaviors that help them survive. Visual features reinforce the text by highlighting the animal’s range, foods, and more.
At over 4 feet long, giant clams certainly live up to their name! In this title, readers will better understand these massive mollusks through leveled text and bright, colorful photos. Special features throughout the book will help readers learn about the diet, foods, and range of these cool, colossal clams.
Did you know that parrotfish poop sand? They make the sand in coral reefs around the world! Beginner readers will learn this and more incredible facts about parrotfish in this low-level title. High-quality images and engaging text introduce the physical and behavioral adaptations of parrotfish. Special features provide visual reinforcement, showing off their foods, range, and more.
From their long bodies to their sharp teeth, eels are fascinating undersea creatures! This low-level title introduces beginning readers to eels, from their body parts to their diet. Colorful photos and easy-to-read text support readers just starting out, while features highlight body parts and favorite foods. Take a trip to the coral reef with this fun title!
A tall fin cuts through the water, but it’s not a shark. It’s an orca! Readers just starting out can learn all about killer whales, from their body parts to what they eat, in this easy introduction to the mammals. Simple, predictable text pair with crisp photos, and features including diagrams and a photo glossary help support readers. Take a swim with these ocean predators in this fun title!
Penguins have a lot of fun on the bottom of the world! Beginning readers can learn all about these tuxedoed birds, from what they eat to how they swim. Decodable sentences and engaging photos offer support while features such as diagrams and photo labels reinforce the text. Readers just starting out will dive right in to this fun title!
What do walruses use their whiskers for? Beginning readers can find out this and more in this introduction to these ocean mammals. Colorful photos and supportive text highlight walrus body parts, diet, and daily life, while diagrams and other features reiterate the content. This Arctic adventure is perfect for readers just starting out!
Introduces readers to the lives of zooplankton and how they help their environments. Learn about their role in the food web and how their actions benefit animals. Additional features include an infographic showing how ants affect their ecosystems, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the lives of different shark species and how they help their environments. Learn about their role in the food web and how their actions benefit animals. Additional features include an infographic showing how ants affect their ecosystems, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
Introduces readers to the lives of different coral species and how they help their environments. Learn about their role in the food web and how their actions benefit animals. Additional features include an infographic showing how ants affect their ecosystems, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
