Grade 3

Warthogs are named for the thick knobs of skin between their eyes and snouts. These unsightly protrusions provide a cushion that comes in handy not in the face of predators, but against the… More →

Take your kids on a nature walk in the library with these spectacularly photographed books. Carefully leveled text will help young readers identify elements of nature--both in the photographs More →

After decades of war, South Sudan became an independent country in 2011. Though its people face struggles as they build their new nation, they do have reason for national pride. Their country More →

Duck hunters use decoys to lure hapless ducks within range. A well-executed duck call brings them even closer, at which point the hunter must act quickly. Learn all that it takes to be a… More →

Rats steal food, destroy property, and spread disease. However, their worst offense is attempted murder. In some parts of the world, monster-size rats are ready to attack. Read some… More →

In Goats, emergent readers will learn about the behaviors of goats that live on a farm. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover… More →

Nothing says “bonding” like picking bloodsucking pests from your neighbor’s fur. Baboons of the same troop develop strong relationships this way, often beginning and ending each day with a… More →

In Chickens, emergent readers will learn about the behaviors of chickens that live on a farm. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover… More →

Freshwater fishing is among the most versatile and accessible types of fishing. Recreational and professional fishermen alike can reel in a wide variety of fish from lakes, rivers, streams,… More →

You may think you're safe from a shark attack if you stay out of the ocean...but you're not! There's a shark that can lurk in rivers as well as the sea; a shark known for beginning its attack More →

In Whales, early readers will learn about the behaviors of whales under the sea. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover how… More →

In Seals, early readers will learn about the behaviors of seals. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover how seals hunt for food… More →