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Did you know that the deep sea anglerfish has a glowing fishing rod attached to its body, or that the barreleye fish has a see-through head? See these wacky creatures and more in this brilliantly illustrated book that explores the strangest creatures under the seas. A National Geographic Kids Level 2 Reader.

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In these 24 page board books, young children will learn important skills such as naming, sorting, rhyming, counting, matching, and finding through fun, interactive games and activities. These popular games featured in "National Geographic Little Kids "magazine use beautiful National Geographic photography to demonstrate early concepts. In this book, curious children will be entertained by the satisfying puzzles based on opposite matches, both in isolation and in their environments.

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This colorful pre-reader uses simple vocabulary and fun pictures to capture the interest and help develop the skills of beginning readers. The fun informative facts about one of kids' favorite creatures make this new reading experience a treat.

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Take a stroll along the beach. What do you see? Young readers will learn all about the beach and the animals that call it home in this fun pre-reader. Through text features such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to new words and concepts - helping them expand their understanding of the world.

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This fascinating book delivers a one-of-a-kind view as filmmakers document living within a wolf pack in the Sawtooth mountains in the Idaho wilderness.

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Introduces coral reefs and the animals that live there to young readers using simple, repetitive text and photographs, including seahorses, clownfish, turtles, eels, and minnows.

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Each workbook reinforces the 100 words that children need to know - and it helps them master comprehension, spelling, writing, and usage of each word. Includes: Fill-in-the-blank stories and sentences Word riddles, games, and puzzles Stories that present the words in context "Guess the Word" activities Word classifying and sorting activities Practice using irregular verb forms Proofreading practice

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Learn all about the plant cycle, from how seeds grow, the fascinating ways they travel, and what it takes for a seed to become a plant

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Wolves have gotten a pretty bad rap, but these wild dogs are really just misunderstood. They don't normally attack people, and are only aggressive when threatened. In fact, they cooperate really well with each other, hunting in packs to find food. Scientists have also discovered that the members of a wolf pack: Talk to each other using body language Have different roles and social statuses Hoooooooowl at the moon together This reader also talks about programs that reintroduce captive wolves to the wild, which is helping to preserve populations of these magnificent animals. Who's afraid of the big bad wolf? Not the readers who pick up this absorbing book and learn what it takes to run with the pack.

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Whoosh! It's a windy day. Hold on to your hat as you explore the world of weather!

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Join Real-Life Scientists to Dig Up the Facts on Dinosaurs! Realistically detailed illustrations and National Geographic's visually stunning photos take kids on a prehistoric tour with real-life paleontologists!In this exciting nonfiction reader, children will discover how dinosaur bones are dug up, assembled, and studied by scientists. They'll meet dinosaur superstars, get the facts on what these prehistoric beasts ate and how they survived, and even discover some "dinosaurs" still in existence today! Throughout the book are "word bites" that introduce and explain scientific vocabulary, all of which is included in a glossary at the end of the book.

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Irresistibly cute photos and engaging facts introduce these favorite animals. Ponies prance through the pages of this sweet, easy-to-read introduction to nonfiction. Curious kids will learn to recognize different breeds, meet ponies around the world, get tips on riding and caring for pony pets, and discover a wealth of new pony-related words. The photographs from National Geographic are particularly winning.

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Just what exactly is a mummy? When were they first discovered, and how are they made? These questions and more are answered with this book's accessible, enthusiastic writing style and remarkable photographs. Readers will learn about manmade mummies and about those that occur in nature. They'll read up on some of the most famous mummies ever found, like King Tut and Lady Dai. There's even a handy how-to-make-a-mummy cartoon! Aspiring scientists and budding archaeologists are sure to be captivated by the dark, intriguing world of the mummy.

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Irresistibly cute photos and engaging facts introduce these favorite animals. Ponies prance through the pages of this sweet, easy-to-read introduction to nonfiction. Curious kids will learn to recognize different breeds, meet ponies around the world, get tips on riding and caring for pony pets, and discover a wealth of new pony-related words. The photographs from National Geographic are particularly winning.

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Frederick Douglass was one of America's most celebrated abolitionists, writers, and orators. In this inspirational biography, kids will learn about his life, achievements, and the challenges he faced along the way. The text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for independent readers.

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Each year, as days grow shorter and trees become bare, the world outside seems to slow and darken. But for children, this time of year is magical. The frosty air crackles with play and laughter. There is a sense of excitement as snow and cold weather make for outdoor adventures that are not possible any other time of year.

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Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6 - 8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers. The Bailey School Kids take a field trip to a science museum, where they meet Dr. Victor and his hulking assistant, Frank. Secrets lurk behind every door in the spooky old museum. What's Dr. Victor doing in his hidden lab? And could Frank be Frankenstein's monster - even though he loves to plant flowers?

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Every year like clockwork, animals both big and small are driven by a natural instinct to move, in order to survive. On both land and sea, they fight the odds and the forces of nature to breed, feed, or lead and carry on for future generations. This reader is an introduction to the treacherous trek of the zebra, walrus, and Christmas Island red crab to overcome obstacles that include hungry cheetahs, stinging yellow crazy ants, and even their fellow species to make the often impossible journey of their lives.

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Build word power with 24 ready-to-reproduce, 3-page lessons!Each lesson teaches ten words, and includes research-based activities that tap students' prior knowledge for greater understanding and give them multiple encounters with new words so they really remember them. Topics include synonyms, antonyms, compound words, content area vocabulary related to key science and social studies topics, and much more. Watch reading skills soar!

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As Josephine Jenkins sets off on the Oregon Trail with her mother and younger brothers to reunite with her father out West, she realizes that her beloved diary has gone missing. Meanwhile, her fellow traveler Stephen Byrd is sad to be leaving his friends behind as his family makes the move to Oregon. Follow Josephine and Stephen along the trail as they camp in the wilderness, look out over incredible landscapes, and prepare for their new lives in the West.

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Stunning photographs and flawless on-level information introduce young minds to the wonder and mystery of our world.

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What causes thunder and lightning? How do different clouds form? What makes a tornado twist? Kids will discover the answers to these questons and more in this colorful, photo-packed book. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will discover what causes the weather they experience every day. This Level 1 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the meteorologists of tomorrow!

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In Cat Kid Comic Club, Li'l Petey, Flippy, and Molly introduce twenty-one rambunctious, funny, and talented baby frogs to the art of comic making. As the story unwinds with mishaps and hilarity, readers get to see the progress, mistakes, and improvements that come with practice and persistence. Squid Kid and Katydid, Baby Frog Squad, Monster Cheese Sandwich, and Birds Flowers Trees: A Haiku Photo Comic are just some of the mini-comics that are included as stories-within-the-story, each done in a different style, utilizing humor and drama, prose and poetry, illustrated in different media including acrylics, pastels, colored pencils, felt-tip markers, clay, hand-made cardboard sculptures, photographs, pipe cleaners, construction paper collages, and cookies. Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream up their own stories and unleash their own creativity as they dive into this new graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey and his heartfelt, humorous, and amazing cast of characters in the Cat Kid Comic Club.

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Excitement and imagination run wild as Naomi, Melvin, Poppy, Gilbert, Curly, and their siblings get back to making comics with originality and laughter. But wait - have they cleaned their rooms yet?!After their chores, the rambunctious group presents even more amazing mini-comics: a thrilling ride in "Chubbs Mc Spiderbutt," an action-packed romp in "Frogzilla," reflective haikus in "In the Autumn Pond," a candy-coated mystery in "Mallo Cop," and much, much more. By working together, the baby frogs discover that small things can have a huge impact. In this innovative graphic novel series, award-winning author and illustrator Dav Pilkey employs a variety of techniques - including origami, acrylic paints, colored pencils, photography, collage, gouache, watercolors, and more - to capture the creative and joyful spirit of collaboration. The variety of art styles, paired with Pilkey's trademark storytelling and humor, inspires imagination and innovation for readers of all ages.

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From the moment the driver climbs inside the car, the sights and sounds of an exciting day at the races roars to life in this straightforward presentation.

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This Pre-reader uses simple vocabulary and fun pictures to capture the interest and help develop the skills of beginning readers. The humorous and fun information about owls this new reading experience a treat.

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Full-color photographs and text follow the life cycle of a pumpkin, from germination to flower to fully developed squash.

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In this level 1 reader, young readers will explore the fun-filled world of lovable otters. Follow these playful critters through their aquatic habitats, learn how otters raise their young, and discover their curious and social natures. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

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Antelopes leap! Elephants roam! Lions stalk and zebras gallop! Wild creatures from all over the African continent scamper through the pages of this delightful book, giving beginning readers a fascinating way to learn the alphabet while discovering some of their favorite animals. Award-winning filmmakers and photographers Dereck and Beverly Joubert bring their vivid images of African wildlife to this superbly engaging alphabet book. Readers will find brief that text offers basic information about each animal alongside each letter and the corresponding wildlife photo. In some cases, more than one creature represents a particular letter. In a market filled with animal books, this high-interest choice stands out for the power of its photography, the track record of its authors who have won critical acclaim for previous children's titles, the tremendous kid-appeal of African animals, and the proven reliability of the National Geographic brand.

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Eddie's great-aunt, Mathilda, is sick, and he and the Bailey School Kids go for a visit. But when Howie sees a silhouette in Mathilda's window - and when his potato chips mysteriously disappear! - the kids are spooked. Could a ghost be living in the attic?

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Bursting with information about the biggest volcanic eruptions and earth-shattering earthquakes, this book takes a fun approach to science, introducing readers to plate tectonics and the tumultuous forces brewing beneath Earth's surface.

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Storms are SCARY! But it's cool to understand what's going on when Mother Nature gets angry. Why does the wind howl? Why does it rain for days? How do rivers overflow? Thunder and lightning, monsoons, hurricanes, tornadoes. the facts and photos in this book will blow you away!

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In this bilingual Haitian Creole/English concept book, a young girl dreams of all the careers she could one day have if she wanted to. From a chef to a pilot, she knows she can do it all. Includes a glossary of careers in both languages.

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Have you ever wondered what you could do to change the world? Find out how kids are making a difference and changing lives.

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Photographs and text introduce different kinds of volcanoes, where they are located, how and why they erupt, and other interesting data about volcanoes.

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Eggs are awesome! But how come some birds' eggs are HUGE while others' are tiny? How do chicks come out of them? Imagine if humans were born from eggs! WOW!

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Water is all around us; we drink it every day. In this level 3 reader, kids will learn about the water cycle, discovering how rain and snow flow into our lakes, rivers, and oceans, and later evaporate into the sky again. Vivid photography and accessible text make this book an ideal introduction to the science of water.

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Stunning photographs and flawless on-level information introduce young minds to the wonder and mystery of our world.

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Blast off on a trip into space to discover the fascinating world of meteors. In this image-packed book, kids will learn all about these objects that hurtle through space and sometimes into our atmosphere. Written in an easy-to-grasp style, this reader is sure to ignite the imagination of the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!Series Information Since 1888, the National Geographic Society has been a resource for knowledge about science, nature, and culture from around the world. Presenting groundbreaking photography and research in a range of formats, National Geographic offers great nonfiction for readers of all ages and levels.

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With their beautiful white fur and powerful presence, polar bears rule the Arctic. These majestic giants swim from iceberg to iceberg in chilling waters, care for their adorable cubs, and are threatened by global warming.

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WHAT WAS THAT? That's the roaring burp of a bullfrog! SEE THAT? That's the slick, shiny skin of colorful little rainforest frogs!Alive with froggy facts, this book has the coolest photos to bring kids deep into the swampy world of our amphibian "amigos."National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www. natgeoed. org/commoncore for more information.

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The interactive Look & Learn series is a multilayered, skill-building approach that introduces concepts with context reinforcement so learning sticks. These eye-catching books make early learning fun! Filled with colorful photographs inspired by National Geographic Little Kids magazine, this book introduces curious children to vehicles on the move - trains, planes, and trucks.

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An essential graphic novel series exploring the reality of attending a middle school where the diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real.

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Did you know that the deep sea anglerfish has a glowing fishing rod attached to its body, or that the barreleye fish has a see-through head? See these wacky creatures and more in this brilliantly illustrated book that explores the strangest creatures under the seas.

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Photographs and text introduce readers to giant and red pandas, discussing how they look, what they eat, and where they live, looking at the lives of baby pandas, and explaining why pandas need to be protected.

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A DREAM TRIP TO AMERICA TURNS INTO A NIGHTMARE!Feng-Li can't wait to discover America with her family! But after an action-packed vacation, her parents deliver shocking news: They are returning to Taiwan and leaving Feng-Li and her older siblings in California on their own. Suddenly, the three kids must fend for themselves in a strange new world-and get along. Starting a new school, learning a new language, and trying to make new friends while managing a household is hard enough, but Bro and Sis's constant bickering makes everything worse. Thankfully, there are some hilarious moments to balance the stress and loneliness. But as tensions escalate-and all three kids get tangled in a web of bad choices-can Feng-Li keep her family together?

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During the day, the sun shines, birds tweet, and bees buzz. Earth is awake! What happens to the animals at night? They settle down for sleep, and then the moon rises, and a whole different set of animals come out to play! Readers of all ages can cuddle up and learn together about a variety of nocturnal creatures.

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This exciting reader follows the story of the longest and the most demanding elephant migration on the planet. Living at the furthest corners of the hot and dry Sahara Desert, the very margins of where elephants can survive, hundreds of these great creatures make a dangerous but necessary journey as their main source of food and water dries up and they must go in search of more. Battling 120-degree heat, sandstorms, and fierce thunderstorms, these amazing animals travel 35 miles a day in a race against time in search of the bare essentials of life.

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