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Readers will learn all about baby giraffes, including what they eat and how they fall six feet to the ground when they are born. Amazing photographs of these super-cute animals are accompanied by Fast Facts. This book supports the Next Generation Science Standards on growth and development of organisms, biodiversity, and social interactions in animal groups by exploring such details as how calves learn to stand within a half hour after being born,...
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Approved by the American Canine Association, this book uses accessible text and adorable full-color photographs to teach students how to take care of a Newfoundland, including what to feed it, how to keep it clean and healthy, when it should be seen by a veterinarian, and any special considerations this large, thick-coated breed requires. A Note to Parents addresses the importance of neutering and spaying, microchipping, checking to see if a dog license...
23) I Like Collies!
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Collies are friendly and smart dogs that make great pets. Some have short hair. Some have long hair, but they all need love. Readers learn how to care for their collie. Readers will learn about grooming, feeding, vet checkups, and more.
24) I Like Boxers!
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Boxers are one of the most easy-to-love dog breeds. Their wrinkled faces and sweet temperaments help them to become great family pets. Young readers will love learning how to take care of a boxer and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading...
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Greyhounds are some of the quickest dogs on the planet. But they're also great household dogs. Young readers will love learning how to take care of a greyhound and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.
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Bernese mountain dogs are larger than life! These large dogs have sweet dispositions, despite their deep bark. Early readers will love learning how to take care of a Bernese mountain dog and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages...
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Seahorses are famous for the males' ability to birth the offspring instead of the females. Readers will explore the world of baby seahorses and how these tiny creatures must camouflage themselves in order to survive alone in the wild. Fascinating photographs will captivate students while fun facts and words to know sections invite them to learn more about seahorses. Curious science and animal lovers will dive right in for a simple look into the lives...
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Jack Russell terriers are some of the most energetic dogs out there. But they're easy to love, and they make great family pets. Young readers will love learning how to take care of a Jack Russell and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading...
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Irish wolfhounds are some of the largest dogs on the planet. They are also one of the oldest breeds in history. Young readers will love learning how to take care of an Irish wolfhound and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper...
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Australian shepherds, or "Aussies," are one of the world's best-loved dog breeds. Smart, playful, and adorable, these pint-sized pooches are a common sight at the dog park. Young readers will love learning how to take care of an Australian shepherd and discovering if the breed is right for their family. Full-color photos, quick facts, and easy-to-comprehend language help readers learn how to be responsible dog owners. A Words to Know section helps...
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Have you ever wondered why parrots copy human speech? Do they really know what they're saying? When Parrots Speak introduces young readers to these amazing birds and the secret to how and why they imitate words to sound like humans. Fun facts and colorful photographs further enhance the book to help tell the story of these "vocal learners." Also included are a Words to Know section to help students learn new vocabulary and a Further Reading section...
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Through engaging text, accompanied by captivating images, young readers will be given a fascinating glimpse into how slithery snakes grow up in the wild. Readers learn that in the world of snakes, the mother does not care for her young. Baby snakes are on their own from birth and must capture their own food to stay alive. Students are introduced to new vocabulary and fast facts, which demonstrate life science concepts in an accessible manner. The...
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Ducklings are adorable fluffy birds that love to play. Days before they hatch, peeping can be heard coming from inside their eggs. Through fast facts and vibrant photographs, readers will learn how vulnerable these babies are to predators. Staying close to their mother hen, ducklings learn to fly and swim safely on their own before they leave the protection she provides. A Learn More section, with books and websites, provides the tools readers need...
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Readers will go bananas for the vibrant photographs of baby chimps in the wild. A simple narrative and fast facts teach life science concepts, such as what young chimpanzees eat and how their mothers protect them from danger. From birth to the time these great apes grow up, this book offers a sneak peek into this endangered species. This is a great introduction to baby chimpanzees that can be extended with the Learn More section. The Words to Know...
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Hippo calves are born underwater in the rivers and lakes of Africa. These massive babies weigh about 100 pounds at birth. Animal lovers will enjoy learning how baby hippos grow from being dependent on their mothers to going out on their own. Fascinating photographs of adorable baby hippos and a simple narrative teach life science concepts, such as diet, habitat, and social skills. A glossary and learn more section enhance the learning experience.
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Although dolphins live in a different environment than humans, we share many of the same emotions. When Dolphins Mourn explores the science behind this beloved animal's emotions and what it means for dolphins to mourn the loss of one of their own. Using specific examples and studies from experts, readers will enjoy learning more about how animals express their feelings. In addition, a Words to Know section will help students master new vocabulary...
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Through simple yet informative text and full-color photos, author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association teach readers all about one of the most popular breeds of dog, the dachshund, including how to take care of one and what needs are specific to the breed. Also included are a Note to Parents that stresses the importance of spaying or neutering and microchipping pets, a Words to Know section to help young readers learn new vocabulary, and...
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Packed with fascinating facts and beautiful images of tigresses and their cubs, animal lovers will enjoy the journey of how tiger cubs grow up. Young readers will learn how these fierce cats become powerful hunters in order to survive in the jungle and why so many tiger cubs do not live past their first years of life. Featuring simple yet informative language that covers the habitat, diet, anatomy, and behaviors of the world's largest big cat, this...
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Readers will learn all about the American pit bull terrier's unique characteristics and needs with the help of author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association. Simple, informative text and full-color photos will show readers what to feed their pit bull, how to groom it, and how to keep it healthy through exercise and play. Also included are a Note to Parents that stresses the importance of spaying or neutering and microchipping pets, a Words...
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