Melissa Stewart
Author
Language
English
Description
Everyone knows that Tyrannosaurus rex is the huge dinosaur with sharp claws and tiny arms. But in this appealing level 2 picture book from acclaimed science writer Melissa Stewart, you'll learn that T. rex is not the only tyrannosaur that existed in prehistoric times.
In the last fifteen years, scientists have found many tyrannosaurs, including one with a really long pointy nose. The New York Times bestselling coauthor of this book, Dr. Steve Brusatte,...
Author
Publisher
Peachtree Publishers
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Examines the environmental needs of birds around the world and the effect that human behavior has had on their ability to survive, with examples of the efforts being made by scientists and conservationists to save specific species of birds.
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Award-winning nonfiction author and science specialist Melissa Stewart offers young readers a mega-exploration of little-known prehistoric predators that rival even the mightiest of dinosaurs!It is time for T. rex and his dinosaur cousins to step aside and let other mega-predators like the terror bird and the giant ripper lizard take the spotlight! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth....
65) Water
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Water is all around us; we drink it every day. In this level 3 reader, kids will learn about the water cycle, discovering how rain and snow flow into our lakes, rivers, and oceans, and later evaporate into the sky again. Vivid photography and accessible text make this book an ideal introduction to the science of water.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Did you know that a tiny golf ball-sized creature called the blue-ringed octopus contains enough venom to kill 26 adult humans? Or why the Sydney funnel web spider is one of the most dangerous creatures in the world? In this Level 3 book, kids will be fascinated by 12 species that you hope you'll never come across! Sharks, snakes, jellyfish and more—these creatures are among the most threatening—and interesting—in the world!From the Trade Paperback...
Author
Publisher
Lerner Pubns
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Discusses facts and myths about the ocean and ocean life, including whether the world's oceans contain ten million tons of gold, whether blue whales are the loudest animals on Earth, and whether it is easier to float in the ocean than in a lake.
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2021
Language
Español
Description
Aprende todo sobre los animales más mortales en este emocionante libro para niños. Está lleno de imágenes bellas e interesantes que les enseñan a los niños todo sobre estos animales asombrosos. Este libro de Nivel 3 es apropiado para los primeros pasos de lectura independiente o para una experiencia de lectura en voz alta, ¡perfecto para motivar a futuros científicos y exploradores!
69) Los Delfines
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2021
Language
Español
Description
Aprende todo acerca de los delfines en este emocionante libro en español. Con sus imágenes encantadoras, los niños aprenderán todo sobre estos asombrosos animales marinos. Este libro de Nivel 2 es apropiado para los primeros pasos de lectura independiente o para una experiencia de lectura en voz alta, ¡perfecto para motivar a futuros científicos y exploradores!
Author
Publisher
Random House Digital Dist
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
A 2022 Robert F. Sibert Honor BookEveryone knows about animals that hibernate in the winter. But it's time to discover animals that sleep all summer long!All science classrooms discuss animals that hibernate during winter months, but few know about animals that estivate--a prolonged sleep during hot or dry periods. Dual layers of text awaken readers to the reasons estivating animals become dormant--whether it's because warm weather threatens food...
71) Inside volcanoes
Author
Series
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the forces that create volcanoes, historic volcanic eruptions, the impact of eruptions on communities and the earth, and volcano research.
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"This book sheds a surprising light on how seashells--the hard, protective outer layer that mollusks inhabit--serve tremendous purpose. This large group of marine animals needs shells for protection, feeding, transportation, anchorage, and more."--