Animals

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Operation Pangolin: Saving the World's Only Scaled Mammal

Meet the pangolin—the world’s only scaled mammal. Their scales serve as armor to fend off predators. Unfortunately, these scales can do nothing to protect them from the biggest threat to… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1030
  • Dewey: 599.3/1
  • Copyright: 2023

Orangutans

From the Series Animals in Danger

One of the most intelligent animals in the wild, but still in danger! Meet the Orangutan! These long-limbed, orange apes live deep in the rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo, they travel… Read More →

  • Lexile: 840
  • Dewey: 599.88
  • Copyright: 2022

Orb Weavers: Hungry Spinners

From the Series Arachnid World

Be alert for a fancy spider web stretched across a path—it's the trap of a hungry orb weaver! In this book, you will learn how orb weavers are similar to and different from other arachnids.… Read More →

  • Lexile: 830
  • ATOS: 5.2
  • Dewey: 595.4'4
  • Copyright: 2011

Orcas on the Hunt

From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Predators

Where do orcas hunt? What do they eat? Discover the answers to these questions and learn other fascinating facts about orcas. From their habitat to their physical characteristics and… Read More →

  • Lexile: 890
  • ATOS: 5.2
  • Dewey: 599.53/6
  • Copyright: 2018

Ostriches: Fast Flightless Birds

From the Series Comparing Animal Traits

See what an ostrich has in common with a secretary bird. Learn what sets an ostrich apart from a merlin. Readers will compare key traits of ostriches—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and… Read More →

  • Lexile: 740
  • Dewey: 598.5'24
  • Copyright: 2016

Otterly Adorable Otters

From the Series Internet Animal Stars

You can find adorable otters in rivers, oceans, and even on the internet! Otters star in memes, gifs, social media posts, and more online. Learn all about these cute, curious animals in… Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 3.4
  • Dewey: 599.769
  • Copyright: 2021

Outrageous Animal Adaptations: From Big-Eared Bats to Frill-Necked Lizards

A fish that walks on land, a frog that makes its own sunscreen, and an insect that can become invisible? Whether to avoid predators, to stalk prey, or to withstand extreme temperatures,… Read More →

  • Lexile: 1100
  • Dewey: 578.4
  • Copyright: 2018

Owls

From the Series Animal Predators

Some of the fiercest and most skilled hunters in the world, owls use stealth, power, and a strong sense of hearing and sight to stalk and kill their prey. Watch these cunning animals as they Read More →

  • Lexile: 930
  • ATOS: 4.9
  • Dewey: 598.9'7
  • Copyright: 2004

Pachycephalosaurus: A First Look

From the Series Read about Dinosaurs (Read for a Better World ™)

The Pachycephalosaurus had bony spikes on its head and a beak with sharp teeth. Photorealistic images and easy-reading text help young readers connect to the interesting features of this dinosaur. Read More →

  • Lexile: 350
  • Dewey: 567.914
  • Copyright: 2024

Panther Chameleons: Color-Changing Reptiles

From the Series Comparing Animal Traits

Find out what a panther chameleon has in common with a web-footed gecko. Learn what sets a panther chameleon apart from a saltwater crocodile. Readers will compare and contrast key traits of… Read More →

  • Lexile: 860
  • ATOS: 4.9
  • Dewey: 597.95'6
  • Copyright: 2016
Spring 2026

Parasaurolophus: A First Look

From the Series Read about Dinosaurs (Read for a Better World ™)

The Parasaurolophus was an interesting, duckbilled dinosaur. Parts of this dino are still a mystery. But through photorealistic images and informational text, readers learn what scientists… Read More →

  • Lexile: 390
  • Dewey: 567.914
  • Copyright: 2026
12 titles

Paso a paso (Step by Step) — Library Bound Hardcover Set

From the Series Paso a paso (Step by Step)

¿Qué sucede primero? ¿Qué pasa a continuación? Se presentan a los lectores secuencias y procesos simples mediante la exploración de los ciclos de vida de los animales, el crecimiento de las… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2022
  • Library Bound Hardcover
  • List Price: $319.80
  • Your Price: $239.85
  • 12 titles

Pawesome Dog Awards

From the Series Dogs

Welcome to the Pawesome Dog Awards! We're celebrating dogs that dare to be different. From the biggest to the smallest, the fluffiest to the spottiest, here are 25 dogs that really stand out… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2024

Pembroke Welsh Corgis

From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Who's a Good Dog?

Did you know that Pembroke Welsh corgis were bred to herd livestock? Learn more fun facts about the history of this adorable breed, how to care for a corgi, and more. Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • ATOS: 3.1
  • Dewey: 636.737
  • Copyright: 2019

Persians Are the Best!

From the Series The Best Cats Ever

What's that cat with the stocky body, short legs, and flat face? It's the Persian! Persians are fancy felines with glamorous long coats, and their personalities are just as appealing as their Read More →

  • Lexile: 590
  • ATOS: 3.3
  • Dewey: 636.8'32
  • Copyright: 2011

Pet Hermit Crab

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Classroom Pets

An introduction to pet hermit crabs and their basic needs. Read More →

  • ATOS: 2.9
  • Dewey: 639'.67
  • Copyright: 2003

Pet Tech

From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Saving Animals with Science

A dog plays on the lawn and accidentally leaves the neighborhood. Now it’s lost. What can a pet owner do? Luckily, pet technology has the answer. Pet tech can help track a lost dog using a… Read More →

  • Dewey: 636.088/7
  • Copyright: 2024

Pigeons at War: How Avian Heroes Changed History

For more than five thousand years, people all over the world have worked with pigeons to send and receive important messages. These birds carried weather reports in ancient Egypt, letters… Read More →

  • Dewey: 355.4/24
  • Copyright: 2024

Pigs

From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Farm Animals

Take a visit to the farm and learn about the features and roles of a pig. Read More →

  • Lexile: 480
  • ATOS: 1.6
  • Dewey: 636.4
  • Copyright: 2009

Pileated Woodpeckers: Insect-Hunting Birds

From the Series Comparing Animal Traits

See what the pileated woodpecker has in common with the wood thrush. Learn what sets it apart from the American flamingo. Readers will compare key traits of pileated woodpeckers—their… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • Dewey: 598.7'2
  • Copyright: 2016

Pit Bulls

From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Who's a Good Dog?

Pit bulls are loyal, gentle, and brave. Did you know that there are three different pit bull breeds? And that some are trained to be search and rescue dogs? Learn more about these good-natured dogs! Read More →

  • Lexile: 550
  • ATOS: 3.0
  • Dewey: 636.755/9
  • Copyright: 2020

Pit Bulls Are the Best!

From the Series The Best Dogs Ever

What’s that dog with the broad head, stocky frame, and tough but tender attitude? It's a pit bull! Pit bulls are hardy dogs with lots of smarts and a great desire to please. Their owners… Read More →

  • Lexile: 680
  • ATOS: 3.9
  • Dewey: 636.755'9
  • Copyright: 2011

Plants

From the Series Amazing Life Cycles

Meet some amazing animals—from caring crocodile mothers to meat eating plants, from the tallest parents in the woods to sea horse fathers looking after their young . . . with the odd hairy… Read More →

  • Lexile: 730
  • ATOS: 4.2
  • Dewey: 581
  • Copyright: 2019

Platypuses: Web-Footed Billed Mammals

From the Series Comparing Animal Traits

Find out what a platypus has in common with a beaver or a dolphin. Learn what sets a platypus apart from a giraffe or a wild dog. Readers will compare key traits of platypuses—their… Read More →

  • Lexile: 790
  • ATOS: 4.4
  • Dewey: 599.2'9
  • Copyright: 2015