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Fish make great pets, especially for children with allergies to fur and dander. Goldfish, guppies, mollies, zebrafish, and other kinds of fish are found in homes around the world. How do you take care of a pet fish? Readers discover the answer as they lea

Many people have rabbits as pets. These cute animals make great companions, but having a rabbit for a pet is a big responsibility. With this accessible and age-appropriate guide to pet care, young readers learn tips on how to take care of a rabbit. They discover how much food and water to give their rabbit and how to clean its living space. A helpful glossary gives readers the tools to strengthen their vocabulary skills as they explore this high-interest...

Many kids own or want to own a dog. Young readers learn what it takes to care for a dog of their own in this helpful guide that presents a high-interest topic in a deeply engaging way. They are given tips on how to make sure their dog is getting enough fo

Cats are beloved members of many people's families. Some people adopt cats when they are kittens, while others adopt them when they are older. Both young and old feline friends need love and care. This age-appropriate guide teaches readers how to take care of a cat and the level of commitment it requires. They are given tips, such as how to feed and play with their cat. In addition to the engaging main text, readers discover new vocabulary through...

Some animals in the ocean are large, like the leatherback sea turtle. Some are tiny, like the leafy sea dragon. But all those featured in this book are champions of something! The great white shark is crowned the "champion of chomping," and the amazing giant Pacific octopus is the "champion of challenges." How did they earn these nicknames? That's what readers find out in this engaging, fact-filled book! Full-color photographs of these ocean animals...

The ocean is full of complex food webs made up of many different animals fighting to stay alive within this massive ecosystem. Carnivores, herbivores, and other classified creatures are introduced within the accessible and age-appropriate narrative, which is presented in a conversational tone and creative way. Popular creatures are categorized separately and given detailed descriptions, which allows readers to expand their knowledge of each animal....

Moths can be beautiful, but they are often overshadowed by their flying friend, the butterfly. This book introduces the amazing moth to curious bug explorers in clear, simple language perfect for beginning readers. A great supplement to science classroom learning, this book includes, where moths are found, their body features, predators, and their life cycle. Readers are drawn in by full-color, up-close photographs of moths in their many varieties,...

Some people are afraid of snakes, but other people fondly adore them as pets. Young readers learn about the food, water, living space, and other things pet snakes need to be healthy and happy. Having a snake as a pet may seem intimidating, but this helpfu

Male black widow spiders often meet their demise when a female mate eats them! And that's just one of the gross steps in the life cycle of these arachnids. Readers of this engaging volume will learn all about these creepy creatures and the most important-and grossest!-steps of their lives. Understanding life cycles is a key part of elementary life science curricula. Colorful photographs and age-appropriate text ensure that even the most reluctant...

Hippos are fascinating animals, and they can be fun to watch at the zoo. In the wild, however, they're actually pretty gross! Readers of this innovative book learn all about the grossest parts of these unique animals' lives, such as how males mark their territory by flinging poo. Concise text and helpful labels are paired with eye-catching photographs and encourage even the most reluctant readers to learn about the lives of these remarkable creatures....