Presents very basic facts about elephants.

Meet the tallest land animal in the world-the giraffe! Everything about this title is big, from the full-bleed photographs to the content. Readers will learn all that is super-sized about this towering mammal. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Translated by native Spanish speakers-and immersion school educators. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"It's time to get smaller than tiny! It's time to get miniature! Introduce kids to different types of Miniature Birds. Engage early readers with the charming photos and easy-to-read sentences that bring these small animals to life. Maps of where the animals live, size charts compared to humans, fun facts and a quick comprehension quiz will keep them learning all the way through the book. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided...

Readers learn all about giraffes, like where they live, how big they are next to a human, their body characteristics, family life and more.

"Meet the monstrous Giant Squid as it lurks in the ocean's depths! This book introduces the unique features of this wild animal including habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, diet, threats, and defenses. Also included are a range map and food chain and body diagrams."--

This title introduces young readers to the sturgeon, also known as the "Living Fossil." Easy-to-read text examines the sturgeon's habitat and distribution. Readers will learn about the sturgeon's color, size, and shape. The fish's anatomy is examined, especially the unique plates that cover the fish's skin. Sturgeon prey is discussed, as are the sturgeon's predators, including human fishers. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index...

This title introduces young readers to the piranha, the fierce fish with the sharp teeth! Easy-to-read text examines the piranha's habitat and distribution. Readers will learn about the piranha's color, size, and shape. The fish's anatomy is examined, especially its teeth and jaws and their role in a piranha's hunting and diet. Piranha prey is discussed, as are the piranha's predators, including human fishers. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings,...

This title introduces young readers to the catfish, the fish with whiskers! Easy-to-read text examines the catfish's habitat and distribution. Readers will learn about the catfish's color, size, and shape. The fish's anatomy is examined, as are its keen senses and their roles in hunting and defense. Catfish prey is discussed, as are the catfish's predators, including human fishers. Bolded glossary terms, phonetic spellings, and an index enhance readability...

This title looks at one of the tiniest and cutest species of hedgehog. Readers will learn more about the African Pygmy hedgehog's size, where it lives, what it likes to eat, and even compare it to regular-sized hedgehog species. Complete with adorable and colorful photographs that support the simple text.

Meet the monstrous Tasmanian Devil as it roams over Tasmania! This book introduces the unique features of this wild animal including habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, diet, threats, and defenses. Also included are a range map and a food chain diagram. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.