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Soil

Annette Whipple (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425496

Soil hides most of the time, but it’s important. Dig into the layers of soil and learn how it is made. Find out how soil helps plants and other living things thrive. Are you ready to get your hands dirty?

Roots

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425533

Plant roots are amazing! From keeping plants anchored in the ground to sucking up water from the soil, roots are an essential part of plants. Some go deep below Earth’s surface while others spread far and wide just below the dirt. Dig in to discover how roots help plants survive.

Stem

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425519

Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant’s stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it’s needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant’s survival.

Leaves

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425526

Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow.

Bearded Dragon

Cristie Mosblech (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422464

This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of bearded dragons and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.

Skunk

Ann Matzke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422457

When you think of skunks do you think, Pee-yew!? A skunk’s reputation as a natural stinker warns us to stay away. But remove their bad smell, and this boldly striped animal is curious, quick to learn, and tenderhearted.

Pygmy Goat

Karen Kenney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422433

Pygmy Goats are unusual pets but they are smart, social, and fun to own. Learn all about how to care for them and what special needs they may have to become a great pet!

Miniature Donkey

Karen Kenney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422440

The miniature donkey is a member of the equine family, along with horses and mules. Like horses, a miniature donkey is a herd animal. This small mammal only reaches 36 to 38 inches (91 to 97 centimeters) tall. It has many other interesting features.

Mystery of the Turtle Snatcher

Kyla Steinkraus (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634305754

Missing tooth, a hunk of cheese, and white fur are the clues Tully has to solve the latest mystery at Watson Elementary. With the help of the Gumshoe Gang, she sets off to find out who stole CoCo the turtle. But more importantly, why? This latest case comes just when she’s planning her birthday party and trying to find out who she really is. Talk about a full plate. These mysteries are perfectly suited to keep readers guessing as they solve for clues. With longer sentences and fewer illustrations, they are just the right fit for your early fluent reader. Paired to the nonfiction title Freshwater Pond Biome.

Social Lives of Pigs

Elliot Riley (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919010

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives, as well as communication methods, of pigs.

Gross Animals

Pete Jenkins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919584

This title highlights all the gross animals and the habits and habitats they thrive in.

Why Do Animals Smell Like That?

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919225

Some animals have some unique ways of keeping safe from predators by using defense mechanisms in the way they smell or the scents they give off.

Social Lives of Gorillas

Rachel M. Wilson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919003

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives, as well as communication methods, of gorillas.

Social Lives of Elephants

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919027

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives, as well as the communication methods, of elephants.

Why Do Animals Sound Like That?

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919232

Animals keep track of their young and other members of their family by using different sounds. Students will learn all about the unusual ways animals communicate with each other.

Insects as Predators

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918945

This book investigates insects that eat other insects.

Social Lives of Lions

Elliot Riley (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918976

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives as well as communication methods of lions.

Insects as Parasites

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918952

Insects that survive by living off another insect, animal, or person.

Why Do Animals Live There?

Jonathan Rosen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919171

This title is a wonderful way of exploring why animals live where they do and they reasons for why they do it.

Insects as Producers

Annette Whipple (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918969

Insects produce materials people use every day, from honey to food coloring.

Social Lives of Dolphins

Sue Laneve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918983

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives, as well as the communication methods, of dolphins.

Insects as Invaders

Jodie Mangor (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918891

How insects can become a serious problem when introduced to new ecosystems.

Why Do Animals Eat That?

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919218

This title will allow students to understand how and why certain animals choose certain foods and why.

Insects as Decomposers

Lyn Sirota (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918938

This book takes a look at how insects break down animal and plant matter.

Social Lives of Meerkats

Rachel M. Wilson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918990

This book offers a look at the social and emotional lives, as well as the communication methods, of meerkats.