This nonfiction story for young readers describes how whales are mammals that need air and how different types of whales find food.

Who is that sneaking through the grass? A snake! In this title, young students can learn basic facts about these slippery critters through approachable text filled with sight words and crisp photography. Features such as photo labels and a photo glossary offer additional support for readers just starting out.

A cow narrates this book describing the body parts and behavior of cows on a farm.

Who is that flying through the night? It’s a bat! This beginning title introduces these nocturnal hunters to young readers through vibrant photography and simple, accessible text. Features including diagrams and photo labels clarify and reinforce the text. Those just starting to take flight with reading will get the support they need with this fun title!

The Utahraptor is the official state dinosaur of Utah! This ferocious predator stomped across the earth during the Cretaceous Period. Readers of this high-interest text will learn all about the world of the Utahraptor, from what the dinosaur ate to which body parts helped it hunt. Along the way, readers will be drawn in by engaging text, colorful illustrations, and special features that highlight the dinosaur’s diet, range, size, and more. To conclude the book, a two-page feature puts all ...

Voting is the key to democracy. It is how we make our voices heard. In this low-level text, young readers will learn about the importance of casting a ballot and the consequences of not fulfilling this duty. Special features such as labels, a question, and a picture glossary help reinforce the text. Readers of this book will soon understand the importance of voting!

Did you know that President John F. Kennedy liked listening to bagpipes? Did you know he was also a war hero? Emerging readers will learn these facts and so much more in this title about the early life and presidency of America’s youngest president! As students read, they will encounter vibrant images alongside maps, timelines, profiles, questions, and more.

Porcupines are gentle creatures, but those quills can pack a punch! Beginning readers can learn all about these fascinating animals, from where they live to what they eat in this low-level title. Supportive text illustrated by colorful matching photos engages readers, while features such as a picture glossary and labeled diagrams offer additional support. Get to know porcupines with this delightful read!

Hoo is that? It is an owl! Beginning readers can learn all about these nighttime flyers, from what they eat to what makes them excellent hunters, through decodable text and engaging images. Features including diagrams and a picture glossary add support for students just starting to read independently.

Archaeopteryx first lived around 150 million years ago. This flying dinosaur is related to today’s birds! Eye-catching illustrations and engaging hi/lo text draw readers into this title about the lives and extinction of these amazing creatures. Special features illustrate the dinosaur’s favorite foods, while maps highlight fossil findings and show off what the world looked like when Archaeopteryx roamed. The book concludes with a two-page feature that puts all of this dinosaur’s stats in o...

Badgers spend a lot of time digging! This title for beginning readers explores how these creatures dig to find food and build homes. Easy-to-read text introduces the animal’s body parts and daily activities. Simple diagrams reinforce the text, and a picture glossary helps readers visualize unfamiliar words. Students just starting to read independently will be eager to dig in!

This nonfiction story for young readers describes octopuses' behavior and how they defend themselves from predators.