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What is the biggest amphibian in the entire world? The giant salamander! This endangered water monster is a master at camouflaging into its wet home. Lurking in underwater crevasses and beneath rocks, the giant salamanders are so tough to spot, even scientists have a hard time studying them! Young readers will love learning more about this massive creature. With brilliant photographs paired with approachable text, even the most reluctant readers will...
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Did you know horses and other animals used to be the guiding force behind most vehicles? Cars, trucks, buses, and airplanes as readers know them have evolved heavily throughout each century, and it's likely the future of transportation will use more new machinery to aid humans in their traveling ventures. Text is presented in manageable boxes with eye-catching artwork to help readers as they discover the history, present, and future of transportation....
3) Bacteria
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Bacteria are the smallest of the small! These one-celled organisms live everywhere on Earth, and while most are harmless (or helpful), some can cause a lot of damage through disease. In this book, readers will learn more about bacteria, including their history (they were among the first life-forms on the planet), their life, and how they can cause trouble. Fascinating details pull readers into the text, while full-color photographs show these tiniest...
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What does it take to build a building taller than any other building in the world? Skyscrapers don't just look impressive, there's a lot of work put into keeping them standing tall! From drilling anchor holes and erecting steel beams, to laying acres of concrete, each step is carefully orchestrated to create these massive marvels. Young readers will put on their hard hats and walk with engineers and construction workers as they learn what goes into...
5) On the Go
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Children often love spotting different kinds of vehicles, and after exploring this exciting guide to transportation, they will know the names of all those vehicles-and how to spell them! This introductory look at transportation uses simple text and charming illustrations to keep readers engaged as they develop vocabulary skills. Each illustration-from a taxi and a scooter to a plane and a unicycle-is clearly labeled to help readers learn the words...
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What is the biggest amphibian in the entire world? The giant salamander! This endangered water monster is a master at camouflaging into its wet home. Lurking in underwater crevasses and beneath rocks, the giant salamanders are so tough to spot, even scientists have a hard time studying them! Young readers will love learning more about this massive creature. With brilliant photographs paired with approachable text, even the most reluctant readers will...
7) Animals
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Young readers have a wild time learning the names of a wide variety of animals in this delightfully illustrated exercise in building strong vocabulary skills. Each carefully categorized group of creatures is depicted in illustrations, and each illustration is labeled with the name of the animal. This allows readers to practice reading the names of common animals, as well as learn the names of animals that are unfamiliar. Short, simple sentences guide...
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Bridges are an important part of how many people get from place to place. But how do they work and how are they built? From the very first bridges to the bridges built today, young readers will explore these important engineering marvels. Through a full-color step-by-step photographic guide, they'll learn how to build their own model bridge. With accessible text closely paired with photographs, young readers will deepen their understanding of bridges....
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Whale sharks are not just the biggest shark in the ocean. Whale sharks are also the largest vertebrate non-mammal in the world! But that's not the only amazing thing about this massive ocean monster. Young readers will love discovering not only what makes this massive shark so amazing, but also why it isn't dangerous to humans. With approachable text paired with amazing photographs of whale sharks in the wild, young readers will delve into the lives...
11) Auto Mechanic
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The neighborhood mechanic is a trusted and valued member of any community. They help with everything from a flat tire to deciding if a critical repair is a good investment, or if it's time to move on to another vehicle. Today, auto repair is more challeng
12) Carpenter
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The word carpenter might not conjure visions of a high-tech career, but there's much more to today's carpentry industry than just a hammer and nails. Carpenters who build houses need to be up to date on the latest technology-smart homes and energy efficie
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Known for being a big, flightless bird, ostriches have one other claim to fame-they are the largest bird in the world! This giant bird is taller than even the tallest human in history. Young explorers will love learning more about what makes the ostrich so special. From where they live to what they eat, there's a lot to learn about ostriches. With approachable text paired with beautiful photographs of ostriches in their natural home, young readers...
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Several kinds of bears live on Earth, from the "small" black bear to the enormous Kodiak bear. All bears have some things in common, but they also have key differences, which are highlighted in the manageable text. Readers will also practice comparison skills on each spread by answering basic mathematical questions.
17) Evolution of War
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With the introduction of new technologies in the industrial era, warfare-along with most other areas of life-went through a major change. During the American Civil War and World War I, advances in transportation, communication, and weaponry changed the way wars were fought. In the decades since World War I, warfare has continued to evolve. This title examines the history of modern warfare and how technology shapes war today, exploring topics such...
18) Cyberattacks
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The ubiquity of computers and smartphones has reshaped nearly every aspect of contemporary life, from how we communicate to how we shop. However, it has also provided a new avenue for criminal activity. Cyberattacks can take many forms, but in general the
20) Plumber
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Plumbers are valued members of any construction crew. They're also the repair person you call in an emergency-such as no water in a plumbing fixture or too much water someplace it doesn't belong. Today's plumbers must be familiar with the most up-to-date
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