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The ocean is the largest biome on Earth. Animals live all over the ocean—from the sunlit surface layer down to the deep, dark ocean floor. But how do plants grow deep underwater? And what can Read More →

The arctic tundra is frozen for most of the year. Only a few types of animals can survive there. But what does the tundra look like in summer? And how do plants grow in this dry biome? Read… Read More →

Fireworks crackle and boom in the sky. Your friend laughs at a joke. Sounds are all around you. But what exactly is sound? And how does sound reach your ears? Read this book to find out! Read More →

Baby chickens hatch from eggs. Chicks weigh about as much as a dozen pennies. But did you know that chicks can find their mom by the sound of her clucks? Or that chicks roll in the dust to… Read More →

Chimpanzees live in forests in Africa. Baby chimpanzees cannot walk. They ride on their mothers' backs. Baby chimpanzees first learn to climb. They learn how to walk at about age four. How do Read More →

Baby cows are skinny at birth. Yet they can stand right away. And they grow really quickly! Did you know that a full-grown cow weighs about as much as a whole class of fourth-graders? Or… Read More →

African elephants are the largest animals that live on land. Elephant calves are born into a big family. They play with other calves. Calves learn to use their trunks. They drink water and… Read More →

Giraffes are the tallest animals in the world. Baby giraffes grow fast. Soon they are almost as tall as their mothers. Baby giraffes' coats blend in with the African grasses. This keeps them… Read More →

Hippos are big animals that live in Africa. Hippo calves are born underwater. They are strong swimmers. Baby hippos spend most of their time in the water. Their mothers help them stay safe… Read More →

Baby horses are called foals. They can walk just a few hours after they are born. But did you know that most foals are born at night? Or that a foal's legs are almost as long as an adult… Read More →

Ring-tailed lemurs have bushy, striped tails. Newborn lemurs hold onto their mothers' bellies. Within a few weeks, they learn to walk and climb. Baby lemurs climb trees to find food and… Read More →

African lions are powerful hunters. Newborn cubs are born with their eyes tightly closed. Their eyes open at about a week old. Lion cubs grow up in a group called a pride. Cubs learn how to… Read More →

Ostriches are the largest birds in the world, but they cannot fly. Ostrich chicks hatch from their eggs. Then they grow quickly. Chicks practice running. This makes their legs strong and… Read More →

Baby pigs can walk as soon as they are born. They can be born with as many as twelve siblings. Baby pigs are called piglets. Piglets use their strong noses to dig and find food. But did you… Read More →

Baby rabbits are born without hair. They can't see or hear until they are two weeks old. They are called kits. But did you know that kits are excellent at digging? Or that they stamp their… Read More →

Baby sheep are called lambs until they are one year old. Baby lambs follow adult sheep around the pasture play with other lambs. But did you know that lambs are born with eight teeth? Or that Read More →

Zebras are speedy, striped animals that roam the African grasslands. Zebra foals can stand right after birth. Foals eat grasses and grow quickly. They learn how to survive from their mothers. Read More →

A pot of water boils over a hot burner on the stove. Sunshine warms your skin on a breezy day. Heat is warming things all around you. But what exactly is heat? And how do things become warmer Read More →

Do you know why people choose the diets they do? Or how people on special diets can get all the nutrients they need? This book provides an engaging and balanced overview of the different ways Read More →

Food safety is important. What are some other good food safety rules to follow? And what steps can you take to keep your own kitchen safe? This title provides an educational introduction to… Read More →

Big rigs have powerful engines and lots of wheels. But do you know how much weight these trucks can pull? Or how drivers stop these giant vehicles? Young readers will love this in-depth yet… Read More →

Fire trucks have loud sirens and flashing lights. They race to fires to keep people and property safe. But what are some different kinds of fire trucks? And what special equipment do they use Read More →