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A pair of eyes lurks just above the water's surface. Is it a crocodile or an alligator? Packed with beautiful and engaging photos, this high-interest reader teaches all about these two reptiles, and what makes them different. This level 2 reader provides both accessible and wide-ranging text to encourage 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. The National Geographic chapter books are well-written explorations of entertaining topics, from strange-but-true animal behavior to the work of scientists who protect the environment. Each book contains three fast-paced, engrossing true stories that blend humor and inspirational moments with lively description and scientific detail. Outstanding full-color photographs keep readers engaged, making this series a terrific choice for helping kids become comfortable with nonfiction storytelling.

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Each workbook reinforces the100 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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With fun photos and lively, approachable design, this nonfiction book introduces preschoolers to the world of insects, including favorites such as ladybugs, fireflies, and butterflies.

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In this title, readers will learn about the fascinating life and legacy of our 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln and his historic decision to abolish slavery. Readers will also learn why this decision impacted the United States, as well as the extent of Lincoln's impact as a fearless leader of the Civil War. In this level two biography, difficult concepts are made understandable and transitioned into a more approachable manner. This includes the use of sidebars, timetables, diagrams and fun facts to hold the interest of the young reader. The colorful design and educational illustrations round out this text as an exemplary book for their young minds to explore.

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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, homophones, root words, prefixes and suffixes, and much more. Watch reading skills soar!

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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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Meet Garvie Smith. Good-for-nothing scoundrel, genius, and sometime detective. Right in the middle of exams hell, until now. A boy from Marsh Academy has been shot, with no clear motive and no clues. Disgraced police detective Raminder Singh is on the case, and he's determined to keep Garvie away. But Garvie knows he's the only one who has any idea where to look for the answers. Starting with his best friend's girlfriend. And it's going to take more than pointless studying or flunking his tests to stop him getting involved. Exams. What exams?Title contains language or content that may be considered inappropriate for younger readers.

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Pedro Morales loves basketball and understands the importance of playing as a team, but when he runs for class president he discovers not everyone is a team player.

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With their amazing beauty, strength, and speed, tigers are among the world's most mesmerizing animals. That's why this book has become one of the most popular entries in the GET WILD! Series. Designed for children from kindergarten through second grade, it features an appealing and colorful format, with text that's easy and enjoyable to read but also rich in hard science. Each spread begins with the concept If You Were a Tiger, drawing kids in and making them think about the similarities and differences between humans and these majestic cats. They'll also discover what traits distinguish tigers from their fellow felines, how they raise their cubs, and how they stalk and rush their prey. There are fun and surprising facts, too; for example, just as every person's fingerprints are like no one else's, every tiger has its own unique set of stripes. And unlike housecats, they're excellent swimmers who appreciate a dip in the water on a hot day and can even swim across ponds with ease. Every aspect of the tiger's body is described in detail, and plenty of realistic illustrations show its paws, head, teeth, tongue, tail, and fur. To enhance learning, the text highlights words of special interest and a helpful glossary at the back provides extra information. This is the perfect book for young animal lovers.

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Journey through harsh cold and rugged mountain ranges to see how wolverines take down prey, raise their young, and live in one of the world's harshest environments. Learn about how their bodies adapt for survival, and about the animal's challenges in a warming world.

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Thousands of years ago, the people of ancient Egypt began constructing enormous buildings called pyramids. Many of them still stand today. Have you ever wondered how they were built? Readers will follow the story of Khalid, Merti, and Sabu as they get a firsthand look at the construction of these amazing structures. They will discover what materials were used, what kinds of tools workers used, and much more.

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This new series introduces history in a whole new way to younger readers by putting them right in the middle of it!

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With his zombie-controlling powers growing stronger, Jack Sullivan and his buddies are road-tripping toward the mysterious Tower, where they must once and for all stop Rezzoch the Ancient, Destructor of Worlds, from descending upon our dimension. But their journey is sidetracked when they are swept up by the Mallusk, an enormous centipede monster carrying the world's largest shopping mall on its back. On board, the kids discover a thriving monster society: Mallusk City! There, they encounter old allies-as well as old foes, who are ruling over Mallusk City with an iron fist. Beating these bad guys in battle is not an option, but beating them in an election is. so Jack runs for mayor of Mallusk City! At first, proving his leadership skills just means shaking monster hands, kissing monster babies, and promising to fill the water fountains with strawberry Nesquik. But when the Mallusk falls under attack, Jack must learn how to be a true leader-before it"s too late. Told in a mixture of text and black-and-white illustration, this is the perfect series for any kid who's ever dreamed of starring in their own comic book or video game.

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This new series introduces history in a whole new way to younger readers by putting them right in the middle of it!

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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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This engaging picture book combines simple text with unforgettable photography. It invites children to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them - in this case, learning about dlophins - one playful splash at a time!

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High above our planet in outer space, astronauts live and work aboard the International Space Station. Readers will join Tim and Lucy, whose cousin Marie is getting ready to blast off into space. They will find out how people travel to and from the space station, what life is like for astronauts in space, why space exploration is important, and much more.

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Humorous, reproducible math mystery stories will give your math sleuths a chance to have fun while practicing important math problem solving skills. They"re just perfect for class work and homework and help you meet state standards.

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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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Safari day dawns on the Savannah. The African light gives the sky colors seen nowhere else on Earth. Soon, an amazing array of wild animals are yawning, screeching, and growling to life. Meet the elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and laughing hyenas of the wilderness and find out who's friends with whom and why!

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Jack Sullivan and his band of middle school misfits battle the zombie apocalypse in a graphic novel series that readers will find revolting and revolutionary.

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You don't have to look far to see a spider's web - in the corner of the window, on a fence, or in a bush - spiders make their homes everywhere. And there are so many kinds of spiders! Some red, some blue, yellow, and more. all fascinating. Amazing photography and easy-to-understand text makes "Spiders" a hit in this National Geographic Kids series.

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Meet different kinds of snakes! Find out where they live and what they do. Through engaging text features, such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups-helping them make connections between words and expanding their understanding of the world. From the Trade Paperback edition.

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Bright starfish, spiky sea anenomes, sea cucumbers, mussels, and colorful fish! Peek into these vibrant shoreline pools and discover amazing ocean habitats teeming with life!

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The hugely popular, genre-bending tales of Greg Heffley, a new kind of hilarious, conflicted anti-hero whose observations on life are hysterically funny-and more than a bit profound.

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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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Seventh-grader Jordan Banks reveals his apprehensions attending a NY private school as one of the few students of diversity. Engrossing, humorous and vitally important-Kirkus, starred review

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Eight-year-old J. D. turns a tragic home haircut into a thriving barber business in this hilarious new illustrated chapter book series.

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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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A pioneering new graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of the internationally bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series. 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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This new series introduces history in a whole new way to younger readers by putting them right in the middle of it!

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Meet different kinds of snakes! Find out where they live and what they do. Through engaging text features, such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups-helping them make connections between words and expanding their understanding of the world. From the Trade Paperback edition.

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Over the course of their 70-year lifespan, sperm whales will easily travel the circumference of the Earth in search of food and the need to breed and find a mate. Males will travel as far north as the Bering Sea and as far south as Antarctica in order to find enough food to sustain their ways of life up to 700 squid a day! Along the way, these massive beasts battle 30-feet-long giant squids, and each other, to sustain their ways of life.

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Stunning photographs and peerless on-level information for fluent readers make these the perfect books to introduce young minds to the wonder and mystery of our world.

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With his friend as campaign manager and his former babysitter as running mate, 12-year-old Judson Moon sets out to become President of the United States. "This snappy, lighthearted farce will win kids' votes."-Publishers Weekly

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These bustling buzzers work really hard and play an important role in maintaining ecosystems.

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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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Choo Choo! Kids love trains! Especially the old-timey steam engines found in amusement parks and zoos. But what about a super-speeder in Japan that zooms on the track at 361 miles per hour? Or the world's longest freight train, stretching on for a whopping 4.6 miles? Or futuristic railways in the sky? In this Level 1 reader, young readers will discover a whole new way of looking at trains!

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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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This exciting book let's kids discover how games are designed, coded, and tested. Use the link in the book to complete fun online activities!

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Using the beautiful photographic counting games inspired by those in National Geographic Little Kids magazine, curious children will learn to find likeness in different animals despite differences in size, development, color, or species.

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

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Flippy, Molly, Li'l Petey, and twenty-one baby frogs each have something to say. Naomi and Melvin don't see eye to eye and Poppy perceives the world differently than her siblings. Will the baby frogs figure out how to work together and appreciate one another's point of view - both inside and outside the classroom?The shenanigans are nonstop and the baby frogs' minicomics are funny and full of heart. Creating stories within a story, author and illustrator Dav Pilkey uses a variety of techniques - including acrylic paints, colored pencils, Japanese calligraphy, photography, collage, gouache, watercolors, and much more - to portray each frog's perspective. The kaleidoscope of art styles, paired with Pilkey's trademark storytelling and humor, fosters creativity, collaboration, independence, and empathy. Readers of all ages will relish this joyful graphic novel adventure.

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"Humorous and relatable. tugs at the heartstrings." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Powerful and triumphant." -School Library Journal, starred review"Another truly superb graphic novel from Betty C. Tang! Fascinating, funny, and, at times, heart-wrenching. I adored this story!" -Christina Soontornvat, New York Times bestselling author of The Squad and The Tryout"An incredible, refreshing, heartfelt companion to Parachute Kids that is not afraid to illustrate the hardships of many immigrant families. I could not put this book down!" -Joanna Cacao, New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Squad and The Tryout WITH FAMILY LIKE THIS, WHO NEEDS ENEMIES?After seven months on their own as undocumented immigrants, the Lin siblings have settled into their new lives in California. Sis has a new job, Bro has a new crush, and Feng-Li (Ann) is excited to celebrate her eleventh birthday with her new friends. Their parents still await visa approval in Taiwan, so the trio is trying to take better care of one another and stay under the radar of immigration authorities. But when their cousin Josephine-a violin prodigy-arrives with her privilege and demands, suddenly their world is turned upside down. Will they have to give up the life and the stability they worked so hard to achieve?

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Kids will discover all they want to know about the mysteries of ancient Egypt and learn new weird, wacky, and fascinating facts as well. Sections in the book include Rise of the Pharaohs, Death and the Afterlife, Life in Ancient Egypt, and Fun with Ancient Egypt (a section that provides readers with exciting hands-on learning!).

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March this way, and meet the adorable stars of National Geographic's March of the Penguins film! Emperor penguins are about the size of a five-year-old child, but they throw up a lot more than kids do! Find out why, and learn all kinds of other amazing facts about these incredible ice dwellers, in this fact- and photo-filled book!This book is a great way to introduce the skill of reading for information. Kids will be drawn in by the popular subject, and they'll learn basic science vocabulary as they build their reading skills.

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Learn all about wildfires-how they happen, why they're important, and when they're dangerous-in this fascinating level 3 reader. It's sure to ignite your interest, with color photographs, interesting facts, and more.

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