Meredith Costain
5) Panda
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What's black and white and cute all over? A baby panda! This timely volume introduces readers to China's endangered giant pandas through a unique, first-person narration from the perspective of a newborn cub. Readers follow these graceful giants through the seasons of their mountain habitat. Incredibly realistic illustrations bring these beautiful creatures into sharp focus. An extensive fun facts section provides key details that will tie into any...
6) Otter
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Breathtaking illustrations will draw even reluctant readers into this charming first-person narrative of a sea otter's life. The unique structure of this text immerses readers in the underwater world of these playful creatures in a fun and engaging way. The concluding quiz challenges reading comprehension, and the extensive "Did You Know?" section encourages critical thinking. Readers will encounter essential science curriculum topics such as habitat,...
7) Penguin
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Penguins take the term "babysitting" literally. Father penguins will cradle eggs on top of their feet and under their warm stomachs while the mothers go off to feed! Readers will see how hard penguin parents work to protect their babies in this unique text full of lively illustrations. A first-person narration from the baby chick's perspective creates a fun structure for readers to learn about life cycles, habitats, and other key science curriculum...
8) Gorilla
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Gorillas are gentle giants, unless a wandering silverback tries to invade the troop. This charming, first-person narrative invites readers into the central African rainforest to follow a baby gorilla's life cycle Hyperrealistic illustrations will amaze readers as they learn essential science curriculum topics. The incredible "Did You Know?" section provides a plethora of fun facts about gorillas, and the quiz allows readers an independent learning...
9) Kangaroo
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What's Australian, pocket-sized, and no bigger than a jellybean? A newborn red kangaroo! Readers will follow these marvelous marsupials in this delightful first-person narrative of a young "joey" and her family. This innovative text introduces readers to key science curriculum concepts such as life cycles, habitats, and adaptations in an engaging, playful way. Vivid illustrations and rich fun facts will entertain as they educate readers. The concluding...
10) Ancient Egypt
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Ancient Egyptians meticulously and extravagantly honored the deaths of their pharaohs. Readers will explore all aspects of this fascinating civilization from details of the mummification process to the building of their pyramids. They will also learn how this great civilization was preserved for millennia.
11) Cheetah
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A newborn cheetah cub greets readers at the beginning of this immersive book and leads them on a fascinating journey through the life cycle of the world's fastest cats. This playful, first-person narrative introduces readers to important science curriculum topics including the cheetah's camouflage coat, its hot habitat, and its place in the cat family. Gorgeous illustrations will further captivate readers and an extensive "Did You Know?" section will...
12) Elephant
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Floppy ears, a curling trunk, and sprouting tusks...it's a baby elephant. This immersive volume delivers essential science curriculum topics through a moving, first-person narrative from the perspective of a newborn elephant. Readers will learn about the life cycle, habitat, and complex social structure of African elephants as they follow their wrinkly gray narrator across the grasslands. Beautiful illustrations of adorable baby elephant baths, wrestling...
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Readers will encounter the rich history and culture of Native Americans-following inhabitants of the Great Plains through daily life. Readers will also learn about how the Native Americans adapted to new and sometimes volatile situations. Rich text, photographs, and an educational activity will pique the interest of any young historian.
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Even though mammals can be found almost everywhere on Earth, they make up only a small percentage of animal species. Even so, the diversity among mammals is staggering. This volume explains mammals' similarities and differences from one another, their anatomy and behaviors, and more. Charts and anatomical illustrations work together with clear text to teach important life science concepts.
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Crocodilians, lizards, and snakes are all reptiles, but they're not exactly the same. Their predatory habits, defenses, and biology make them incredibly different and interesting. All of this, and more, is laid out with dynamic illustrations that will capture the attention of any student who likes those cold-blooded, scaly creatures that make so many of us shiver with unease.
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A companion to Mommies Are Amazing and Daddies Are Awesome that's all about grandmas and what makes them so wonderful!
Grandmas are lovely, they're joyful and sweet, and when you are with them, each day is a treat.
Baby animals of all shapes and sizes cuddle with their grandmas in this gentle, rhyming picture book. There's no bond like the one between grandmother and grandchild!
Godwin Books