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See How They Grow: Forest (See How They Grow)
Par Dk. 2022
See how young forest animals grow and change in the first weeks and months of their lives with this educational…
children&’s book series for little nature lovers.Meet a playful squirrel, a furry fox, and a delightful deer fawn and watch how they grow. Exquisite photography captures and follows the early lives of children&’s favorite woodland animals.This series of animal books for children boasts: • Three 24-page books, each including five different young animals at different stages of their early lives • Will instill in young readers a lifelong love of animals, nature and books • The books in this series may be bought individually or packaged together in an elegant, durable slipcase Everyone loves little animals and this educational book is a must for fans of furry forest creatures and would make an excellent children&’s gift. Elegant and filled with beautiful photography, children can follow baby animals through their early lives — from helpless newborns to confident, curious creatures on the cusp of adulthood.A series of photographs show each animal at different stages in its early life. See an owl hatch from its egg, a mouse before it has fur, and foxes learning to hunt. These books are a delight to read together or aloud to preschool children or for young readers to pick up themselves, which has many early learning benefits including language development. Perfect for children ages 3–5, this nature book captures in beautiful detail how children&’s favorite forest animals grow and develop. Learning about how animals grow and change is a topic often covered as part of the early childhood and kindergarten curriculums. Want to gift your little one the full book set? Add See How They Grow: Farm Animals and See How They Grow: Pets to complete the set.Mi primer atlas del mundo' da vida al planeta con coloridos mapas y datos fascinantes sobre los países del mundo.Cada…
mapa está rebosante de información, combinando ilustraciones con fotografías que representan puntos clave sobre cada país. El atlas incluye un mapa mundial, con un mapa político para cada continente. Los niños aprenderán a leer mapas con leyenda, brújula y escala. Este libro encantador e informativo será una adición imprescindible para la biblioteca de cualquier niño.DK&’s 'Mi primer atlas del mundo' brings the world to life with colorful maps and fascinating facts about the countries of the world.Each map is bursting with information, combining colorful icons with photographs representing key points about each country. The atlas includes a world map, with a political map for each continent. Children are shown how to read a map and use a key, compass, and scale. This charming and informative book is a key addition to every child&’s library.Disaster Preparedness: Ready Your Family and Home—Before Disaster Strikes (A Living Free Guide)
Par Rod Brouhard, Crystal Kline. 2014
Plan ahead so you&’re prepared when disaster strikes Disaster preparedness is a topic that everyone should consider. No matter…
where people live, the potential for a natural or man-made disaster exists. In Disaster Preparedness, expert authors Rod Brouhard and Crystal Kline guide you through almost every possible scenario, so you and your family can be prepared. This practical, essential reference gives you the essentials including tips for producing and conserving drinkable water, generating emergency power, creating and maintaining emergency food supplies, and much more. Written without political or religious bias, Disaster Preparedness is a reference that every home can use before, during, and after disaster strikes. Here&’s what you&’ll find inside: • Practical worksheets, checklists, and instructions for surviving almost any possible disaster scenario • Guidance for making a survival plan, evacuating for specific disasters, and making a preparedness kit, plus tips for storing and packing survival gear including food, health and hygiene necessities, first aid kits, and medicines • Advice on storing and managing essential documents, with tips on what to take and what not to take • Expert advice on securing your home in the event of a disaster, including protecting your property and belongings • First aid tips for dealing with many common first aid emergencies and injuries that can occur during disasters • Practical tips for picking up the pieces after disaster strikesPacked with fun activities, crafts, reading games, and amazing facts, kids can take a dive under the waves and meet…
all the colorful creatures beneath—from clown fish to starfish to jellyfish—in this educational project book.In Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, each page has engaging photographs with clear text and simple step-by-step instructions for young readers to follow as they complete each project. Kids can learn how to create an egg carton ocean, make pretty paper plate clown fish, and make their way through an octopus maze. Perfect for kids who love the enchanting creatures of the deep, this book will improve their dexterity, memory, and brain development with each activity.Keep kids entertained as they learn with Sharks and Other Sea Creatures.Series Overview: Created especially for kids ages 3–5, DK's Practical Facts series blends gentle educational content with simple practical activities such as crafts, cooking, and counting, providing young readers with a broad reading experience in which they learn by doing. The simple activities reinforce the fun facts and aid in the development of literacy, numeracy, memory, and dexterity. Keep kids entertained as they learn with DK's Practical Facts series.The prefect sized books for backpacks, DK's Pocket Genius series is bright, inviting, concise, and punchy — the ideal source…
for reference. Featuring essential information, full-color images, glossary, and top ten lists, these books are a brand-new type of encyclopedia for young readers. Whether it's the industrious ant, the breath-taking Monarch butterfly, or the multi-legged centipede, no bug is left unexamined in this visual encyclopedia. Supports the Common Core State Standards.Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children&’s book takes you on an…
exciting expedition through the wonders of the plant kingdom.Have you ever wondered which plants eat insects? Or how cacti store water? How about which flowers look like bees? Or where is the tallest tree in the world? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more, then Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds may be the book for you! Explore the incredible world of plants, from the smallest seeds to the tallest trees, whilst you discover all about the weirdest, smelliest and deadliest flowers on our planet, with this engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings, and illustrations on every page - A highly visual approach to learning - An ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes- In association with The Smithsonian InstitutionThis captivating kids encyclopedia also takes a fun, more sideways look at some truly strange plants, such as trees with fruits like a giant&’s fingers, orchids that look like monkey faces, seeds that spin like helicopters, and trees that drip poison! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite flowers, plants, trees and more.This plant encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, making this nature book an ideal combination of colorful diagrams and infographic text boxes. In association with DK Smithsonian, the text proves easily accessible for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children&’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.Learn all about the world one picture at a time!If you like Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds, then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places.The Extraordinary World of Birds (The Magic and Mystery of the Natural World)
Par David Lindo. 2022
Enter the world of birds for an incredible journey through the skies, into trees, and even underground.Parrots, hummingbirds, eagles, and…
more swoop across the pages of this colorful bird book, which combines gorgeous illustrations and photos to help young enthusiasts learn all about the wonderful world of birds. From frozen icescapes to sweltering deserts, from prehistoric ancestors to amazing adaptations, they&’ll discover the surprising homes and habits of our feathered friends. They&’ll also find out about how we can help protect birds and their natural habitats.The Extraordinary World of Birds, illustrated by Claire McElfatrick, takes children on a fascinating journey, showing them just how amazing birds are, what they do for our planet, and how we can help them. It includes bird families such as gamebirds, flightless birds, and perching birds, plus amazing facts on how birds talk to each other, what they eat, how they find partners, and how they are able to fly.Open your eyes to a world of discovery. Offering a new level of information through powerful visuals, the Eye Wonder…
reference series was specially developed for children ready for their first books about the natural world. Full-color photography is matched with clearly written text to build a foundation for advanced exploration and help show children a stunning new view of the world.DK Readers L3: Rain Forest Explorer (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Rupert Matthews. 2014
In this Level 3 DK Reader follow the blog of an adventurous young explorer through the Amazon to her Uncle's…
rain forest research station. In Rain Forest Explorer children able to read on their own can follow her trip along the Rio Blanco river where she goes jaguar tracking, joins tribal villagers for a feast after hunting, and discovers an ancient site. DK Readers is a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With nine new exciting titles to choose from this season, kid's ages 4-10 will find the perfect book at their appropriate reading level to help with school projects or independent reading. Supports the Common Core State Standards.Bring the amazing animal kingdom right into your home! Packed with fun facts about animals and more than 40 full-color…
maps that detail the countries where they live.This fabulous educational book for kids zooms-in on countries and continents to show key animal habitats and locations around the world. A thrilling animal adventure around the globe, perfect for kids ages 6–8.Each colorful map in this children's book is bursting with animal facts, combining illustrations with gorgeous photographs that highlight each continent's most iconic animals. From the tallest mountains and desolate deserts to wild grasslands and tropical rain forests; it covers key habitats and locations for each country.Packed with tons of fun facts and figures, the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas explains where these hidden habitats are found and what the local climate is like. Find descriptions and illustrations of the plants and animals that live in them, making the information easy for kids to comprehend.This children's atlas also includes a super awesome, colorful world map pull-out poster showing every corner of the world and animals that live in each country. Through this educational atlas, children are shown how to read a map, use a map key, follow a compass, and how to judge scale and distance.Charming and informative, this kids' atlas is a delightful addition to every child's library.Take A Thrilling Animal Adventure Around The Globe!An enchanting atlas, packed full of fascinating facts and more than 600 incredible animals. From polar bears in the frozen north to thorny devils in the Australian outback and to toucans in the Amazon rain forest, this fact book will bring the world of Earth's wildlife right into your home!Some of the amazing animals you can expect to encounter: - Emu - Australia's largest bird- Giant hummingbird - the biggest of its kind in the whole world- Cheetah - the world's fastest land animal- Ploughshare tortoise - males try to flip each other over during fights (talk about fighting dirty!)- And much, much more!The Children's Illustrated series brings a whole host of educational subjects and general knowledge to life in full living color. Detailed drawn pictures, photographs, and images teach your child about History, Language, Geography, and more. Get a copy of the Children's Illustrated Animal Atlas or any of the other wonderful titles and start your collection.Ideal for every young dog lover, Pocket Genius: Dogs is packed with information that makes learning about dogs even more…
exciting. How did dogs evolve? Find out! Read about dog anatomy, their senses, and their intelligence. With 194 catalog entries of individual dog breeds from Great Danes to tiny terriers, Pocket Genius: Dogs details each group from working dogs to companion dogs and explains domestication and breed classifications. Full of instant information, the Pocket Genius series features a fresh and striking design that is sure to appeal to the middle grade audience. Supports the Common Core State Standards.Roxy the Butterfly (Roly and Friends)
Par Frances Rodgers. 2022
A delightful picture book that informs young readers of how they can help the butterflies that like to visit their…
backyard Step outside and find out about how you can help the adorable animals that like to visit your garden. Little ones will love following Roxy the Butterfly as she sets off burrowing around your backyard garden, finding wonderfully colorful flowers to feed on and a cozy bug hotel to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with bumps along the way, she&’ll need your help, will you volunteer as her little helper? This sweet picture book gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones will learn how unique butterflies are, and what makes them worth preserving. There are plenty of tips and tricks on how we can care for garden-dwelling friends like Roxy to keep them safe from the dangers they may face. No one is too young to start making a difference. Roxy the Butterfly is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover what is unseen in their gardens.Go on a thrilling adventure and discover the amazing natural landmarks and diverse wildlife of Canada and the USA. There&’s nowhere…
on Earth like North America… From scorching deserts to frozen tundra, dense rainforests to coral reefs—this continent has it all! In this captivating nature book, children can take a tour of the most amazing environments across Canada and the US, the two biggest countries in North America.Children aged 7-9 can learn all about incredible natural features like Niagara Falls — and find out which North American waterfall is actually higher! Get to know the unique animals that live only in southern Florida. Find out which species can survive in Death Valley, the hottest place in the world. Full of amazing photographs and charming illustrations, this fascinating nature book is your ultimate guide to the amazing natural wonders, wildlife, and environments of Canada and the USA.This educational book for wildlife lovers features:- More than 200 entries on incredible natural landmarks, plants, and animals from across the USA and Canada- Beautiful illustrations, stunning photography, and engaging text are combined to make dynamic, scrapbook-style collage pages- Chapters each split into broad regions such as western USA, with pages that focus on significant sub-regions within the area, such as the Pacific Northwest and the Rocky Mountain- 30 feature pages that go into detail on key natural features across the regionNature&’s Wonderland is the perfect book for children who are fascinated by nature and curious about North America&’s habitats! With engaging information and absorbing photography, this book is perfect for children to explore by themselves or with an equally curious adult.Unearth the wonderful world of marvelous minerals, spectacular stones, and glistening gems in this complete guide to Earth&’s rocks and…
minerals.Introducing Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook, the latest title in DK&’s Ultimate Handbook series which takes you on the journey to discover some of the world&’s most fascinating rocks, minerals and gemstones of the natural world.This geology book for kids includes must-know facts and stats about more than 200 rocks, minerals, and gems, teaching all about where these objects come from, what they are made of, their uses, and their unique characteristics. With stats about each featured rock or mineral, including its colors, crystal shapes, and the materials it&’s made of, this book is ideal for budding geologistsThis fascinating geology book for kids offers: - Thematic pages introducing different topics, including: the rock cycle, fossils, space rocks, birthstones, living gems, and more. - Bold photographs showing more than 200 rocks and minerals in great detail, including natural sites and buildings like Mount Rushmore, the Atacama Desert, and the Taj Mahal.-Each double page feature includes stat boxes, annotations, and mind-boggling facts to help children become true rockhounds.With this highly engaging geology book, children can identify different colors, crystal shapes and the materials different rocks are made of. The handbook style format allows children to be introduced to the topic of rocks and minerals in a way that is detailed, without being overwhelming or talking down to them. About the seriesDK&’s Ultimate Handbook series will spark curiosity and amaze children aged 6+ interested in the world around them. If you liked Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook, then you&’ll love Animal Ultimate Handbook and learning about the Earth&’s wildlife, or Dinosaur Ultimate Handbook and exploring the prehistoric world.Habitats of the World (DK Panorama)
Par Dk. 2023
Take a tour through Earth&’s most amazing habitats and discover the astonishing variety of life on our planet.From forests and…
ocean to deserts and the frozen Poles, explore Earth&’s major ecosystems and the different communities of animals and plants that live in each one.Illustrated in incredible detail with CGI images, children aged 7-11 will pore over the pages of this breathtaking visual journey through Earth&’s incredible ecosystems. Dip beneath the sunlit surface of the Coral Sea to discover a reef bursting with life. Voyage to the frozen north to find out which animals survive on the icy Arctic tundra. See the sunrise over the Sonoran Desert in spring as this arid landscape bursts into bloom. Find out how animals and plants are adapted to their environment and how they interact with their surroundings and each other, from a teeming tropical rainforest to the hostile conditions of a high mountain peak or the icy Poles. This incredible nature book for children features: 14 stunning double-page CGI illustrations, each showcasing a different habitat from across the world, from the Arctic to Australia. Details from the main scene are pulled out and placed around the edges of the page for readers to find in the illustration and to give extra information. All of Earth&’s major habitats and the animals and plants that live there.A lively and engaging introduction text guides the reader through each habitat, and draws out details from the artwork.SI Habitats of the World is for anyone fascinated by the incredible diversity of life on Earth, perfect for children and parents to read together. Packed full of natural wonders and iconic animal species, this book shows how life on Earth is interconnected and knitted together in a delicate balance.DKfindout! Oceans (DK findout!)
Par Dk. 2020
Sail across spectacular seas and discover the mind-boggling marine life of the world's oceans.Find out about the five great oceans…
on our planet, and learn about their biological and geographical features. Explore the deepest depths of the Mariana Trench, spot shipwrecks at the bottom of the sea, and uncover the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.This book will teach children about the incredible oceans and seas that cover around seventy percent of our world. Dive in with amazing illustrations, discover how we can protect our oceans, and stock up on facts to amaze your friends. Packed with information, photographs, and colorful illustrations, DKfindout! Oceans is a beautiful compendium of ocean life, from the Pacific to the Atlantic. DKfindout! Oceans introduces creatures great and small, from the great white shark, dolphins, and giant squid, to penguins and colorful coral.The DK findout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert, this is not only a source of information you can trust but one that is age-appropriate and supports your child's schoolwork.DK Adventures: Bug Hunters (DK Adventures)
Par Dk. 2015
Investigate the amazing variety of insects and creepy crawlies of the Amazon, and observe the many wonders of the rainforest…
habitat. The rain forest comes alive and bugs have the right of way.DK Adventures is a nonfiction series for kids ages 8-11 featuring visually rich theme spreads, and fascinating facts that help kids build their skills in vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking while developing a love of reading. Designed to keep interest high, build knowledge, and enrich the reading experience with fascinating background information, each title in the DK Adventures series is filled with information yet eminently accessible, and available in a wide range of kid-favorite topics including rain forests, animals, rocks, and shipwrecks.Packed with fun activities, crafts, reading games, and amazing facts, kids can meet all the cuddly creatures and amazing sights…
found in the woods—from bunnies to bears to bugs—in this educational project book.In Forest Life and Woodland Creatures, each page has engaging photographs with clear text and simple step-by-step instructions for young readers to follow as they complete each project. Kids can get crafty as they create a pinecone owl, a bear mask, delicious berry ice pops, and much more. Perfect for kids who love the great outdoors, this book will have them exploring as they improve their dexterity, memory, and brain development with each activity.Keep kids entertained as they learn with Forest Life and Woodland Creatures.Series Overview: Created especially for kids ages 3–5, DK's Practical Facts series blends gentle educational content with simple practical activities such as crafts, cooking, and counting, providing young readers with a broad reading experience in which they learn by doing. The simple activities reinforce the fun facts and aid in the development of literacy, numeracy, memory, and dexterity. Keep kids entertained as they learn with DK's Practical Facts series.LEGO Amazing Earth: Fantastic Building Ideas and Facts About Our Planet
Par Jennifer Swanson. 2023
A whistle-stop tour of the most amazing features and places on planet Earth, illustrated with LEGO models, including tips for…
budding LEGO buildersExplore our amazing planet – and learn to build the most incredible things on Earth!There is so much to see on planet Earth. From the rainforest canopy to the deepest depths of the Pacific Ocean, discover plants, animals, and the geological features that make up our planet. Travel the continents and look inside volcanoes, mountains, geysers, and much more. Visit the Amazon, check out the world&’s tallest waterfall, and explore the most incredible places on the planet without leaving home. With more than 100 LEGO models to inspire you, what on Earth will you build? ©2023 The LEGO Group.iOpener: Island Life (iOpeners)
Par Joanne Sinclair. 2005
This book gives a tour of some of the world's islands, as well as their climates, their location, their currency,…
their plants and animals, and their people. This title includes a glossary, an index, and discussion questions to aid in reading comprehension.Grade: 3Subject: GeographyGenre: Informational TextComprehension Skill/Strategy: Identify Main Idea/DetailsDiagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA/EDL): 38/40Guided Reading Level: PLexile Level: 650LDK's iOpeners equip K-6 students with the skills and strategies they need to access and comprehend nonfiction so that they are not only learning to read but reading to learn. The combination of high-interest content and eye-popping photography of iOpeners brings science and social studies topics to life, raises student achievement in reading, and boosts standardized test scores.