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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to red-tailed hawks. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

When confronted by other predators, cheetahs opt for flight over fight. You would, too, if you could run up to 70 miles per hour. Cheetahs make a chase look easy, but hunting can be hard work. Find out how these speed demons of the savannah execute attacks and teach their young how to do the same.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces crocodiles to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to grizzly bears. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to the vegetable group. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces praying mantises to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to black bears. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Shake your tail feathers! Cranes bow, leap, and sway in their ritualistic courtship. The contagious act of dancing also helps cranes to develop social and physical skills. Join in the fun with these birds in this entertaining title for beginning readers.

They cluck, chirp, and hop. They're baby chicks! These down-covered, yellow babies work hard to break out of their eggs at hatching time. Then they learn all they need to know from mom as they grow and explore the world. Flutter through the pages of this title to learn more about chicks and their early days of life!

Named for their short, bobbed tails, bobcats are only about twice the size of house cats. But these nocturnal wildcats aren't afraid to pick on larger animals during their nightly hunts. They stalk prey as big as deer and take them down with a leaping pounce! This title will introduce young readers to the brave bobcat's skills and lifestyle.