Synopsis: Powerful weather, bursting volcanoes, sparkling gemstones, and more will fascinate science and fact-hungry kids. Experience the whirl of a hurricane, dig deep and learn about the rocks that make up our planet, and discover the amazing feeling of a rainstorm. National Geographic Kids brings readers some of their reader's favorite science topics in one convenient package. Fascinating science information is accompanied by wonderful photographs to…

Synopsis: Animals hide to avoid being eaten or to sneak up on animals they want to eat. This amazing book introduces children to some basic science concepts and vocabulary such as predator, prey, and camouflage. Fascinating photographs feature animals that can change color and those that have different shapes and patterns, so that they can blend in with their surroundings. A special section also features animals that do not need to hide. Sharp quills or…

Synopsis: An illustrated presentation of the rainforest and its creatures and plants, and covers its products, such as soap, chocolate, bananas, and kawakawa, and the destruction of the lush habitat that results in extinction of animals such as the Bali tiger.

Synopsis: The I Want to Be... series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us. These books are perfect for reading alone or…

Synopsis: For use in schools and libraries only. Splat The Cat is back in New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Rob Scotton's beginning reader Splat The Cat: Up In The Air At The Fair. In this My First I Can Read Book, Splat, Spike, and Plank can't wait to go to the fair. But when Kitten can't come, the friends are determined to bring her back the perfect gift. Beginning readers will delight in Splat's hilarious attempts to find the perfect…

Synopsis: Text and photographs introduce fighter planes, their parts, and the pilots who fly fighter planes.

Synopsis: Simple text and photographs present ambulances, their parts, and how emergency crews use ambulances.

Synopsis: Text and photographs describe the lives of baby robins, also known as chicks, from birth to early maturity.

Synopsis: Text and photographs introduce military helicopters, their parts, and the crew that flies on military helicopters.

Synopsis: This series introduces the basic characteristics of several animal groups. Each book addresses similar traits to give a sense of the characteristics of each animal, but also shows the variety within that animal type. Multiple photos per spread increase the compare/contrast element, which helps tie these books into the curriculum for this age. In addition, readers will learn that no matter what size or shape, every living thing is special.

Synopsis: Tells how animals use their tails in different ways.

Synopsis: The Animals of the World emergent reader series introduces children to different animals from around the world. The spreads link text to images and explore the habitat, eating habits, and other fascinating facts about each animal. Includes glossary with pronunciation guide and an index. Also includes To Find Out More section that lists additional reading materials and websites that will encourage readers to learn more about an animal. This title…

Synopsis: The newest title in Troll's bestselling I Can Read About series is packed with information about many types of purebred dogs--from Labradors and poodles to salukis and basenjis. Includes important information about choosing and caring for puppies. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: The Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie off to the mountains of Africa. There they run into a huge mountain gorilla! At first they don t know whether they should shake hands or turn tail. But the ominous-looking creature turns out to be surprisingly gentle. Not only that, the gorilla may be able to help them learn their next bit of magic, which Morgan has challenged them to do."

Synopsis: Meet the World's Funniest First Grader—Junie B. Jones! Hurray, hurray for a brand-new school year! With over 50 million books in print, Barbara Park's New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for over 20 years! In the 18th Junie B. Jones book, being in first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole…

Synopsis: Helen Keller was a sad little girl. When she was just a baby, she became very sick.The illness left Helen blind and deaf. Suddenly, she could not see or hear. Helen's world was dark and silent... until she met a wonderful teacher named Annie.Read this story and find out how Annie changed Helen's life!

Synopsis: Hooray! We're going to the beach! Do you know what kind of animals live in the ocean? You'll see fish swim, dolphins leap, and jellyfish float by. Told in simple yet lively text built with sight words and using picture icons to aid reading, National Geographic Pre-readers will enchant kids just beginning their journey with books.

Synopsis: Learn all about hedgehogs in this engaging Level 1 reader from National Geographic Kids, now with more than 150 books from Pre-reader to Level 3 in the series.Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, kids will learn all about these adorable animals--their fascinating features, behavior, and habitat. This reader is carefully leveled for an early independent reading or read aloud experience, perfect to encourage the scientists and explorers of…

Synopsis: There are more than 5,000 different kinds of ladybugs that help keep Earth healthy. Discover how these spotted creatures live and how they help farmers grow food! Level 1 readers are aimed at children who are starting to recognize common words and are capable of sounding out unfamiliar words. Short, simple sentences help guide the reader through new concepts and ideas.