The natural world is full of complex relationships among different kinds of organisms. Symbiotic Wildlife is a nonfiction informational book that looks at how different species interact in ways that benefit each other. The book can also be used to teach students how to compare and contrast information and the proper use of commas in a series.
Telescopes: Eyes on Space explains the history of telescopes, how they work, and how scientists and others use them to study distant objects in space. Readers also learn about advancements that astronomers and other scientists are working toward achieving.
Explore this fascinating Middle Eastern country with your students as they learn about United Arab Emirates' people, land, history, and significant landmarks.
Sometimes the weather can become more than dramatic and develop into something downright dangerous and destructive. Violent Weather details the science behind thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes and documents their tremendous impact on people and on the land. This book can be used to teach students how to identify cause-and-effect relationships as well as to identify and use closed compoun…
The idea of people keeping wild animals in captivity has been around for centuries. However, the reason for doing so has shifted over time. Read this fascinating account of how zoos began in ancient times, how they have changed over time, and how modern zoos are working diligently to save endangered species.
The Amazon rainforest is a rich, living treasure. Filled with more kinds of insects, plants, and animals than anywhere else in the world, the Amazon is a complex and fascinating habitat. The Amazing Amazon provides students a comprehensive look at this intricate world through detailed text and colorful photographs. The book can also be used to teach author's point of view and how to effectively…
Although humans have existed for nearly two hundred thousand years, they did not form civilizations until relatively recently. One of the most fascinating and earliest examples of a civilization is that of ancient Mesopotamia. Ancient Mesopotamia offers a detailed look at the history and influence of this fertile part of the world. The book can also be used to teach students how to make inferen…
Gustave Eiffel's iconic tower has overlooked Paris since the 1880s when it was opened to the public during the World's Fair. This interesting text explains how the structure was designed and built as well as what visitors can see today.
Fans of pop culture love the colorful and crowded worlds discovered at comic conventions. Comic Cons provides students with a detailed look into these gatherings of comic enthusiasts. The book can also be used to teach students how to distinguish between fact and opinion and use plural nouns.