Martha London
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This series introduces readers to some of the most exceptional creatures of the animal kingdom. Includes fun facts and what makes them unique and interesting from other animals. Features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
2) Spiders
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"A small spider sits on its web waiting for their next meal. A bug hits the web and is stuck. Time for dinner! But how do spiders eat bugs? Learn all about how spiders hunt, eat bugs, and how they are friends to farmers. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader"--
3) Red pandas
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This title introduces readers to red pandas, covering their habitat, their physical characteristics, and threats to the species.
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Explores the similarities between lizards and salamanders, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like size, habitat, and periods of activity can be used to identify these cold-blooded creatures. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
7) Whale shark
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"The whale shark may be the largest fish in the sea, but it's far from the most vicious. This gentle giant hunts for some of the smallest water animals, gulping up big groups of them with water before filtering out the water and swallowing its next meal. Dive under the waves to watch the filter feeder at work, swim through its warm watery home, protect other animals from predators, and more. It's time to get shark shocked!"--
9) Butterflies
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Introduces readers to butterflies and their role as pollinators, while also exploring their physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and threats they face.
10) Ladybugs
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"A bright-red bug flits from flower to flower. The ladybug is known for its red body and bold dots. But there is more to this little bug than its patterned wings. Follow along as ladybugs hatch and grow. Learn how their colors keep them safe, what they eat, and why they are a farmer's friend. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader"--
11) Ecosystems
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Living and nonliving things all interact in an ecosystem. Fish swim and breathe in water. Trees take root in soil. Ecosystems looks at the important roles of living and nonliving things in an ecosystem.
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People have been adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. as the amount of gases increases, climate change grows worse. How Climate Change Works examines the science behind climate change, explaining how climate change began and how changes in the atmosphere lead to changes on Earth. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary,...
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Ice is melting, causing polar bears' hunting grounds to shrink. Storms are growing more severe, putting human life at risk. The Effects of Climate Change examines the many ways climate change is affecting the entire planet and making life more challenging for all living things. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional...
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It's up to people to put an end to climate change. But there are many things that must be done before climate change will slow. Stopping Climate Change examines the many ways people must act to stop greenhouse gas emissions, from watching their diets to adding green spaces to cities. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional...
15) The rock cycle
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Introduces the rock cycle and its impact on Earth, including the three basic forms of rocks, how they are formed, and how they change into each other.
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Explore the Grand Canyon's layers from the nearly 2-billion-year-old rocks of the Pre-Cambrian Era to the few formations of the Mesozoic Era. Learn about the different kinds of rock that make up the canyon and how the Colorado River carved them into the majesty of the Grand Canyon today. Additional features include a diagram labeling each of the layers, Fast Facts, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and further sources for...
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Books, television shows, and movies have illustrated the adventures of cowboys, sharpshooters, and outlaws of the Wild West. But many popular stories about the American West have gotten some facts wrong and left others out altogether. Fact and Fiction of the Wild West dives into the myths about what life was like for settlers and Native American peoples in the West and brings the truth to light. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter...
18) Cells
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Living things are made of cells. Cells help living things grow. Cells looks at how these tiny units of life work and why they are important. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
19) Fireflies
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"Flying lights blink on and off as they flash through the dark skies. Fireflies light up warm summer nights. But what do you know about this glowing bug? Learn all about their little lights and where they live. Then, follow along as they grow from wiggly larvae to flitting, glowing adults. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader"--
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Explore the atmosphere's layers from the troposphere in which we live to the exosphere in the vacuum of space. Learn how the atmosphere supports life, how scientists study the different layers, and how the atmosphere protects Earth. Additional features include a diagram labeling each of the layers, Fast Facts, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and further sources for learning.