Rachel A Koestler-Grack
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English
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The brilliantly colored poison dart frog communicates with its skin. Its bright colors signal predators that this frog is poisonous. Read about this amazing creature's other physical features and behavior in this book that explores where a poison dart frog lives, what food it eats, and how and where it sleeps.
2) Polar bears
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the threats to and protections for polar bears. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
3) Jaguars
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English
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A beautiful jaguar slinks through the dark forest. It is time to hunt! With one quick pounce, it catches its next meal. With camouflaged coats and super sharp claws, jaguars are built for rain forest survival. This title for young readers explores the many adaptations and survival skills jaguars have developed to thrive in their rain forest home!
5) Toucans
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English
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The rain forest is full of color, and toucans prove it! These vivid birds flap through the rain forest canopy, using their bills to peel tasty fruit along the way. This bright book takes young readers on a journey through the rain forest biome, where they'll learn all about how the toucan survives its wild home!
6) Elephants
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the threats to and protections of elephants. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
8) Orangutans
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the threats to and the protections for orangutans. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
9) Capybaras
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English
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Capybaras are the world's largest rodents! Thriving at the water's edge deep in the rain forests of South America, these unusual critters know how to keep busy. Whether wallowing in the mud, searching for tasty grasses, or evading predators, capybaras are adapted to thrive in the rain forest!
10) Chimpanzees
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English
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High in the rain forest canopy, a chimpanzee swings from tree to tree. Its long arms and opposable thumbs make travel easy in this huge biome. This title introduces readers to the many adaptations chimpanzees have to thrive in the rain forest. Whether creating tools out of branches or using leaves for medicine, these intelligent primates are fascinating rain forest animals!
11) Anacondas
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English
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An anaconda slides into the murky river. Then, it pokes its nostrils above the water to wait for its next meal! This book for young readers details the body parts and survival skills that anacondas have adapted to survive their rain forest habitat.
12) Manatees
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English
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to why manatees are at risk. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
13) Kwanzaa
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English
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Black, red, and green. These are the colors of Kwanzaa, the celebration of African-American culture. Black represents African heritage. And red and green stand for the hard times of the past and hope for the future. Beginning readers will learn some Swahili as they read about the seven days of Kwanzaa.
14) Appaloosa horses
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English
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Appaloosa horses. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher"-- ǂc Provided by publisher.
16) Ramadan
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English
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Lunch is the favorite time of day for many kids. So it might be hard for them to understand why Muslims would choose to skip this meal for a whole month. This look at Ramadan explains the basic Islamic beliefs behind daytime fasting.
17) Beavers
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Publisher
[Library Ideas, LLC]
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Beavers build their own environment! Their dams block rivers, creating still waters for them to swim in. They chew down trees to construct elaborate beaver lodges. This title proves that beavers are true survivors. Its low-level text, striking images, maps, and status charts bring readers up close and personal with these furry wetlands critters!
19) Groundhog Day
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Bellwether Media
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English
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A groundhog named Phil is possibly the most sought-after meteorologist on February 2nd. Many people wait for his forecast to know how long winter might last. If he sees his shadow, the season will likely drag on for six more weeks. This title introduces beginning readers to an unusual weather-prediction tradition.
20) Belgian horses
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Language
English
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Description
"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Belgian horses. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- ǂc Provided by publisher.
