Patrick Perish

Red foxes are known for being cunning. In this title, young readers will learn how these smart hunters survive in the forest biome. Low-level text and vibrant photos will teach readers about the homes, foods, and adaptations of red foxes. Special features highlight the diet, range, and adaptations of these clever critters.

"A wasp might sting you, but you can't say you weren't warned! Wasps have bright colors to caution that they do have a dangerous side. This insect introduction makes it safe for beginning readers to get up close to wasps and enter their world."--

Moths are like the butterflies of the night. Their scale-covered wings carry them from plant to plant in search of sweet nectar. There's a lot to learn about these dark-winged insects in this fact-filled book for beginning readers!

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

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

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

"An earwig has a Captain Hook appearance, with "pincers" attached to its back end. But honestly, the insect looks scarier than it is. Early learners will want to poke around this book to explore how earwigs look and behave. They are sure to get hooked on reading!"--

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

"If insects held their version of the Olympic games, a grasshopper would for sure make the podium for the long jump event. The long-legged insect can jump forward 20 times its body length! Elementary readers will make leaps in their understanding of grasshoppers in this book."--

"Gemstones are more than just pretty rocks. These stones serve a purpose far beyond jewelry or decoration! In this book, beautiful photos and interesting text combine to create a fascinating glimpse into the world of gemstones. Many special features turn this into a stand-out introduction to the subject, including a gemstone profile, comparison features, a formation diagram, and an activity. The text, photos, and features combine to create an engaging...