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Surreal super structures can be seen around the world. Each one is a feat of engineering. Readers will learn about the brain power, man power, and science that it takes to build these amazing structures. These titles are at a Level 3 and are specifically written for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO. Full contents: Burj KhalifaCharles Kuonen...

This title introduces readers to the brave and intelligent animals, like hound dogs, that use their amazing senses to track down and rescue people in need of help. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

Bold colors, easy-to-read text, and oversized, striking photos introduce young readers to the cheetah! Readers will discover the cheetah's unique body features that make it the world's fastest sprinter. Also covered are the cheetah's diet, hunting methods, social behavior, habitat, ways of communication, and threats to its survival. In addition, readers will learn about the life of a baby cheetah, from cub to independence. Maps highlight cheetah territory,...

Bold colors, easy-to-read text, and oversized, striking photos introduce young readers to the zebra! Readers will discover the zebra's unique body features, diet, social behavior, habitat, ways of communication, predators, methods of defense, and threats to its survival. In addition, readers will learn about the life of a baby zebra, from foal to independence. Maps highlight zebra territory, fun facts appear throughout, and the book closes with a...

Welcome to Turkey – land of bustling bazaars and the spectacular Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Turkey's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and fun facts complement the text. The book closes with a facts page including Turkey's population and total area, as well as images...

Welcome to Ireland – home to the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher and the legendary Blarney Stone! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Ireland's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and fun facts complement the text. The book closes with a facts page including Ireland's population and total area, as well as images...

Readers will learn about Abraham Lincoln, how he died, and why a memorial was built in his honor. The title is complete with historical and modern images, bolded glossary terms, a More Facts page, and a picture glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Readers will learn about the United States Capitol, from when it was built to who works there and what takes place there. The title is complete with historical and modern images, bolded glossary terms, a More Facts page, and a picture glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

This title is a simple introduction to the Northern mockingbird, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back matter shows the states where Northern mockingbirds are the official birds (Arkansas, Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Mississippi). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents...

This title is a simple introduction to the Eastern bluebird, its common characteristics, habitat, and habits. A map in the back matter shows the states where Eastern bluebirds are the official birds (Missouri, New York).