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Hunt with sharks, some of the world&’s greatest predators! Make reading your superpower with DK&’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading…
superpowers to learn all about sharks and their hunting grounds - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Shark: Apex Predator is a beautifully designed reader all about some of the oceans&’ most fearsome hunters. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about all kinds of sharks and their prey.DK Reader Level 2: Packed With Facts You Need To Read! (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Caryn Jenner. 2021
A colorful rainforest adventure awaits! You&’ll meet the many wild and even endangered animals that call the rainforest their home.Did…
you know that jaguars can live 12-15 years in the wild, and that a toucan's beak looks heavy but is actually hollow and light? Discover many more fascinating facts about rainforest animals in this children&’s nature book!This Level 2 reader book is perfect for children ages 5-7 who are developing their reading skills, and are fascinated by animals and the rainforest. Inside, you&’ll find: • Amazing photographs that break up the text for young readers who are still building their confidence. • Labeled pictures that build a child&’s experience of reading different non-fiction genres. • Fun quizzes that support comprehension skills. Packed with incredible creatures, this rainforest animal book will make reading fun and engaging for children! From chirping birds and croaking frogs to fearsome bears and prowling tigers, they will learn about all the amazing animals of the rainforest! Fun facts are paired with incredible images, providing an ideal balance of words and pictures for young readers. Developed in consultation with leading literacy experts, this animal encyclopedia for children is perfect for helping build general knowledge at the same time as learning to read. It also introduces them to climate change and promotes awareness of the environment. With engaging topics and fun, interactive pages, this four-level series of children&’s educational books from DK will help build a lifelong love of reading. It covers a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they become confident readers. More titles include Reader Level 2 Hello Hedgehog, Reader Level 3 I&’m an Activist, and Reader Level 3 Sporting Greats.The Wonders of Nature (DK Children's Anthologies)
Par Ben Hoare. 2019
Uncover awe-inspiring stories behind the natural world with this nature book for curious kids aged 6-8.The world is filled with…
curious objects such as amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, animals and more. The wonders of wildlife are so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn! The Wonders of Nature is a stunning nature encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they dive into this collection of 100 remarkableitems from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards and so much more! Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding both organisms and gemstones, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out how the prowling jaguar uses spots to avoid being spotted, why a sticky sundew means big trouble for insects, and what on Earth a radiolarian is. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. With reference pages packed with information you&’ll go away knowing something you didn&’t before, and you&’ll return time and again. The Wonders of Nature takes you on a tour of our planet through commonplace-but-incredible objects made by nature itself. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children aged 6-8 who loves to spot things when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world.Celebrate your child&’s curiosity as they:- Explore 100 minerals, plants, and animals each with a stunning photographs and illustrations- Reveal fun facts in visual index guides that provide key reference information - Uncover captivating information on the natural history and mythology of a variety of nature&’s wonders This nature encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic nature book for children who are obsessed with wildlife and the natural world. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the vastness of space by uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges-Striking photography & illustrations inside-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generationsMore in the SeriesThe Wonder&’s of Nature is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with Nature&’s Treasures or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.Learn about the delightful wagging-tail world in this exciting guide to dogs and puppies.Every young dog and puppy fan will…
be drooling over the pages of this wonderful dog treasury for hours of delight! Learn everything there is to know about our furry friends in this adorable book of dogs for children, including their body language, what they are dreaming about, and what they are trying to say to you.Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of over 50 different dog breeds, including well-loved favorites, such as the Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Great Dane, and more! This book for canine lovers is arranged into the different dog groups based on the jobs that they do, and is filled with colorful photos, fur-tastic facts, and bite-sized information. This adorable dog book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteristics.- A science-focused and fact-packed route into learning about dogs.- Fact files for each featured breed providing key information, such as origin, size, character, and color.- A fantastic first introduction to the lives of these increasingly popular pets, as well as pet care, such as how often dogs eat and how to groom them.My Book of Dogs is a delightful children&’s book about playful and loving pooches and is sure to be a hit with young dog enthusiasts. Children can find out about their favorite breeds, from pugs to golden retrievers from around the globe, how to take the best care of them, and be amazed by their heightened senses and clever antics. This book is a must-have for children who love animals, especially those who have a pet dog at home or whose families are thinking of getting one.Complete the seriesThis delightful book about dogs is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children, and also includes My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Stars and Planets and My Book of Fossils.With uncomplicated designs, eye catching images and simple text filled with interesting facts, DK's new First Facts series will excite…
and delight young children while answering the age old questions "who?" "what?" "when?" "where?" and "why?" Little ones will love learning all about bugs and their world in this exciting new book!DK Readers Level 2: The Lion's Tale (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Laura Buller. 2018
Learn to read while getting up close to the magnificent lion in this exciting book.Find out how a lion cub…
joins the pride and grows to become the king of the jungle, discover how lions in Asia and Africa are different, and learn why we need to work to protect these endangered animals in the wild.Amazing up-close photographs show lions playing on the plains of Africa, providing strong visual clues to build vocabulary and confidence. Amazing facts encourage enthusiasm for reading. Additional information spreads build knowledge further, such as how lions have adapted to be top hunters. There's also a fun quiz to develop reading comprehension. This book has been developed in consultation with literacy experts to help improve children's reading ability. A Lion's Tale is a new title in the exciting and engaging four-level DK Readers series. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects featuring DK's stunning photography, to support children as they learn to read.Packed with fun facts for kids, this innovative series of levelled guided reading books combines a highly visual approach with engaging nonfiction narratives. Reading levels progress from brief, simple text in the early readers, to slightly longer, more detailed nonfiction chapter books, to challenging nonfiction containing rich vocabulary and more complex sentence structures. DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read, for subject research, and of course, for children to read for pleasure.Ocean (DK Eyewitness)
Par Dk. 2021
Immense shoals of barracuda, forests of giant kelp, and the world&’s largest volcano – these are just a few of…
the majestic sights in the world&’s oceans.Our seas are by far the largest habitat on Earth and are home to an astonishing 90 percent of the world&’s biodiversity. Life itself began in the oceans and has proliferated to include innumerable numbers of marine species, from single-celled archaea to giant manta rays, sea turtles, and blue whales.Ocean is your guide to this most mysterious part of the natural world. It explores the geography of the oceans, which includes volcanoes forming a "Ring of Fire", trenches 10 km (6 miles) deep, hydrothermal vents, ice shelves, and hundreds of sea mountains and even waterfalls. This stunning and comprehensive book unveils how the underwater world operates: its tidal rhythms, currents, tsunamis, and typhoons. It also showcases some of the most beautiful and diverse marine flora, including seaweeds such as limey petticoats, giant kelp, and oyster thief, as well as coastal fish and marine creatures such as the lanternfish, adapted to live in the remotest part of the ocean&’s depths.Ocean captures the beauty and scientific complexity of this vital habitat and at a time when global warming poses a real threat, it is essential reading for everyone interested in marine conservation.Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about African animals and what they eat with this…
fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: Animal Feeding Time will introduce kids to the stunning animals found in the wild in Africa and what they eat–from elephants who use their trunks to gather food to giraffes who use their long necks to reach tasty treats–and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 1 and 2 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as Africa, animals, and what animals eat.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there&’s something for all children&’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. Perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.iOpener: Eva the Beekeeper (iOpeners)
Par Jane Manners. 2005
This 289-word book tells all about a beekeeper named Eva Prieto. It explains all her tools, her job, and her…
work with bees during all four seasons. This book contains a glossary of key bee-related terms and discussion questions to aid in reading comprehension. Grade: 1Subject: Life ScienceGenre: Biography/AutobiographyComprehension Skill/Strategy: Understand Author's PurposeDiagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA/EDL): 14Guided Reading Level: HLexile Level: 14DK'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.Find out about the lives of our adorable furry friends in this exciting guide to cats and kittens.Learn everything there…
is to know about our furry feline friends in this adorable book of cats for children. Discover fascinating information about cats and kittens – from their hair type, fur pattern, colors, and distinct personalities, to the differences and similarities that celebrate the unique identity of every feline!Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of 45 different cat breeds, such as the British Shorthair, Bombay, Siamese, Munchkin, Snowshoe, and more. Young cat lovers will enjoy finding out how cats evolved from wild animals to become pets, and get an insight into their eating habits and preferences as well as how to care for them.This adorable cat book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteristics.- A science-focused and fact-packed route into learning about cats.- Fact files for each featured breed providing key information, such as origin, size, character, and color.- A fantastic first introduction to the lives of these increasingly popular pets, as well as pet care, such as how often kittens eat and how to help them groom.My Book of Cats and Kittens is an engaging and informative children&’s book that will not only engage curious minds, but will also make them respect and understand their pet cats better. Filled with adorable photographs, simple illustrations, and fantastic facts, this book is a must-have for children who love animals, especially those who have a pet cat at home or whose families are thinking of getting one.Complete the seriesThis delightful book about cats is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children, and also includes My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Fossils and My Book of Stars and Planets.An amazing adventure of animal discoveryThirteen extraordinary habitats to explore.Thirteen unforgettable stories.Go on a journey that spans every corner of…
our planet. What do freezing mountain peaks, vast deserts, lush forests, and the deepest, darkest oceans have in common? They're all places that incredible animals call home.Through the Animal Kingdom invites you on a journey through these habitats to discover the secret lives of the animals that live there. Track a bald eagle as it soars majestically over the Rocky Mountains, follow migrating wildebeests across the Serengeti as they attempt a dangerous river crossing under the watchful eyes of hungry predators, or trace the tracks of the solitary amur leopard - the rarest cat on Earth - as it silently stalks its prey through the icy forests of the Siberian wilderness. Through the Animal Kingdom is the first installment in a new series aiming to reinvent early reference for a new generation of reader, and is perfect for adventurous animal lovers anywhere.Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia (DK Children's Visual Encyclopedias)
Par Dk, John Woodward. 2015
From the shimmering surface to the darkest depths, this breathtaking visual encyclopedia presents our blue planet as never before. Stunning photography,…
accessible information, and fascinating facts are spilling over in this essential guide to the oceans. Take a dip in all the world&’s waters to experience their incredible diversity. Make a splash in the icy Arctic waters before warming up in the tropical Indian Ocean. Experience the super size of mighty whales compared to swarms of tiny krill. Cast your eyes to the skies to see circling sea birds before diving down to meet mysterious creatures of the deep. Awash with comprehensive information and fascinating detail, Ocean: A Children&’s Encyclopedia is the perfect choice for school projects, marine enthusiasts, and water babies everywhere.DK Readers L1: Surprise Puppy (DK Readers Level 1)
Par Judith Walker-Hodge. 1998
Jessica and Sam are thrilled to look after a friend's puppy. Is there a bigger surprise to come?Written by leading…
children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these captivating books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade four.In DK Readers, stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging age-appropriate stories, creating a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.With DK Readers, children learn to read—then read to learn!Animal Teams: How Amazing Animals Work Together in the Wild
Par Charlotte Milner. 2022
This non-fiction children&’s book explains how animals work together to survive and thrive in the wild. It teaches children how…
important teamwork is, no matter how big or small a creature you are.Charlotte Milner's stunning illustrations blend with photographs to create engaging animal scenes that children will love to pore over again and again.Discover why teamwork is so important for different groups of animals in the wild. Inside this animal book for children, you&’ll find: • A stunning picture book that introduces children to a range of different animal groups, including a pack of wolves, flock of birds and school of fish • A range of habitats, including mountains, coral reefs and the Amazon rainforest • Stunning illustrations by award-winning author and illustrator Charlotte Milner, who wrote and illustrated The Bee Book series • Engaging text introduces children to different types of animal groups and how they work together in the wild Have you ever asked why birds swoop and soar in a flock? Or wondered where an army of ants is marching? This beautiful animal book takes young readers through a range of habitats, from snowy mountains to colorful coral reefs, to discover different groups of animals and how they work together to survive in their environments. Children will learn fascinating fun facts along the way. For example, did you know that a group of monkeys is called a troop? Or that flying in flocks means birds can sleep as they fly? Combined with gentle learning and simple, lyrical text, Animal Teams is perfect for reading aloud which presents many early learning benefits including language development.This exquisite children&’s educational book is unique in its ability to educate little ones about the animal kingdom while also teaching them about the importance of teamwork in their own lives.DK Readers: Horse Show (DK Readers Level 2)
Par Dk. 2013
Lucy, Alice, and Jack are getting ready for the horse show. Whose horse will win the ribbon? Find out what…
happens when the big day arrives! Longer sentences and an expanded vocabulary make this series of 48-page books slightly more challenging: Level 2 is appropriate for children who have started to read but still need help. Information boxes full of background information will stimulate inquisitive minds. These books contain between 700 and 850 words, and they are approximately 70 percent pictures and 30 percent text. The Dorling Kindersley Readers combine an enticing visual layout with high-interest, easy-to-read stories to captivate and delight young bookworms who are just getting started. Written by leading children's authors and compiled in consultation with literacy experts, these engaging books build reader confidence along with a lifelong appreciation for nonfiction, classic stories, and biographies. There is a DK Reader to interest every child at every level, from preschool to grade 4.Pets and Their People: The Ultimate Guide to Pets - Whether You've Got One or Not!
Par Jess French. 2023
Learn everything there is to know in this heartwarming guide about pets of all kinds, and the many different ways…
to take care of them and give them the happiest life possible.In this ultimate guide to pets, whether you&’ve got them or not, children will enjoy learning lots about the different animals that we might think of as pets, including their history, behavior, and body language. Discover practical things to do with pets, such as how to treat them kindly, look after their everyday needs, and give them the best life possible.With author and vet Dr Jess French, delve deeper into the world of pets than you ever have before! The best thing is, you don&’t even need a pet to enjoy them. Pets and Their People provides inspiration for kids aged 7-9 who can&’t own pets, showing them that we can care for animals in lots of other ways - from volunteering at animal shelters to leaving food for them out in the wild. From old favorites such as playful puppies and cuddly cats, to more unusual pets such as lizards and snakes, to bugs and hedgehogs in parks and gardens, there are many fascinating animals to meet. Inside the pages of this adorable book about pets, you&’ll find: - Age-appropriate, exciting and varied information for 7-9 year olds, with a visual guide showing how a newborn kitten grows into a cat and what it needs at each stage, a guide to encouraging good pet behavior, poorly pets and how vets help them, playing with and grooming pets, pet history, fun facts, mythbusters, and much more.- A broad range of pets, including dogs, cats, hamsters, guinea pigs, other rodents, horses, rabbits, a range of reptiles, birds and more!- High-quality photography to give children an accurate understanding of how healthy pets look and behave, plus beautiful illustrations created from well-researched sources that are authentic and trustworthy.From fluffy and friendly to scaly and shy, our pets are all wonderfully unique, so let&’s find out how to take good care of them so they feel just like part of the family! Have you ever wondered why cats meow at us but not at each other? When will a dog wag its tail at you? What should you feed a pet snake? And how can you provide a happy home for animals in the wild? Find out all these things and much, much more as you turn the fact-filled pages of this educational animal book.Insects and Spiders (Nature Explorers)
Par Dk. 2016
This book for children about insects and spiders is the perfect companion for young minds eager to learn about the…
amazing world of bugs.Children are encouraged to investigate and record all the creepy crawlies they find as well as to get involved in hands-on activities, from making their own "pooter" to collect insects to building an ant farm.With a mix of fantastic photographs and beautiful illustrations, Insects and Spiders takes you through everything you need to know about these bewildering bugs. Learn what termites build their nests from, how an earwig looks after her eggs, and why wasps have black and yellow stripes.The Nature Explorers series is essential for any child curious about the world outside. Each book in the series takes children through the basics of the subject, starting by explaining what it is and then moving on to the key topics. These are wonderful introductions to the great outdoors, packed with fun facts and engaging activities, ideal for children aged 6 and up.The Sea Book (Conservation for Kids)
Par Charlotte Milner. 2019
Featuring fascinating, fishy fun facts accompanied by bright, bold, and beautiful illustrations, this ebook takes children on a journey through…
the sea and all its zones. This charming celebration of the sea shows children how extraordinary our oceans are and is a reminder that it is up to us to keep it that way. The Sea Book is the coolest educational ebook about the sea, covering a wealth of sea animals, including mammals, fish, invertebrates, and reptiles. It explores the underwater worlds of incredible marine life and their habitats. From up on the ice, down to colorful coral reefs, underwater forests, and right down to the deepest darkest depths where the weird and wonderful lurk - it's sure to delight any ocean obsessed child.Following on from The Bee Book, Charlotte Milner continues to highlight critical environmental issues faced by our planet. This time the focus is on our watery friends and the damaging effects humans are having on our seas. The perfect introduction to ocean conservation packaged in a way that won't leave children (or their parents for that matter) fearing for life on earth. Children will discover what they can do to help, and there are fantastic tips on how to live plastic-free as well. Kids will also get to craft their own recycled shopping bag too!Dive Into A Watery WorldWhat lies beneath the waves?Life can be found everywhere in the sea - from the sunlit ocean surface to the darkest depths. The sea is home to a variety of life, which makes it a fascinating, exciting, and significant place. There are more than 33 000 types of fish. Some fish can fly, some can dance, some are flat, and some are long. The sea has forests, ice, and exciting critters too. This adorable kid's ebook is the perfect meet-cute for kids and our beautiful oceans. Discover our oceans in a whole new way, learning about:- Why the see is important- What lies beneath the waves- Life on the ice- Changing seas and plastic problems- How you can help and much, much more!This delightful book is one of three children's books on conservation for your little ones to enjoy. Try The Bat Book and The Bee Book next!DK Readers L3: African Adventure (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Deborah Lock, Dk. 2014
Experience the trip of a lifetime on an African safari via Katie's diary. Experience the thrill of joining rangers and…
seeing wild animals up close. Children able to read on their own will be eager to delve into African Adventure. Supports the Common Core State Standards.DK Readers L3: And Big Cat Stories (DK Readers Level 3)
Par Deborah Chancellor. 2013
Hunter or hunted? How much longer will these magnificent beasts prowl the planet? These stories will touch your heart. Stunning photographs…
combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge.With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!