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Have you ever had someone say you had an eagle eye? This saying comes from the fact that eagles have excellent eyesight. An eagle can spot prey from up to one mile away! Eagles also have sharp talons and can fly at jaw-dropping speeds to capture prey. Readers will learn about what makes eagles such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer...
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At about the height of large dogs, hyenas aren't the world's biggest predators. But they make up for their size with speed and stamina. A hyena can keep chasing prey for more than three miles! Readers will learn about what makes hyenas such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these fierce creatures.
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With razor-sharp interlocking teeth and powerful jaws, piranhas are built for making a quick kill. In just a few minutes, a group of hungry piranhas can strip prey down to its bones. Readers will learn about what makes piranhas such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these fearsome freshwater creatures.
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Women are making important discoveries on land, under the sea, and in space. Women in Earth and Space Exploration looks at individuals who are making a major difference in these fields. Compelling text, full-color photos, and helpful back matter highlight these women and their work. Features include a table of contents, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library...
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This title will introduce readers to tundra ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known tundras and their unique characteristics. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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This title will introduce readers to coral reef ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known coral reefs and their unique characteristics. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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This title will introduce readers to desert ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known deserts and their unique characteristics. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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This title will introduce readers to rain forest ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known rain forests and their unique characteristics. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
9) Cheetahs
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Cheetahs are built for speed. Their slim, long bodies can reach speeds of around 60 miles (95 kilometers) an hour. That's as fast as a car streaking by on the highway! Learn more about these speedy cats, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they live from day to day.
10) Jaguars
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A jaguar watches silently from a rain forest tree as prey draws near below. When the jaguar leaps, it's too late for the prey to escape. The jaguar has its lunch. Learn more about these stealthy cats, including where they live, what they hunt, and how they live from day to day.
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Introduces readers to the tundra and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how the tundra benefits the rest of the world and the threats it faces. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
16) Satellites
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This fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at satellites. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.
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Introduces readers to deserts and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how deserts benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
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Introduces readers to wetlands and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how wetlands benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
19) Space Tourism
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This fascinating book offers young readers an up-close look at space tourism. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.
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Mario Molina knew at a young age that he wanted to grow up to become a scientist. He studied chemistry in his native Mexico before heading off to other countries to learn and prepare for the wondrous career that awaited him in the field. He soon put his curiosity and knowledge to work as a research chemist. In the early 1970s, he made a startling discovery which led him to an upsetting theory. Chemicals that industrial companies were releasing into...
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