Cephalopods have evolved with a strong set of skills that allow them to survive in their aquatic world. Scientists are fascinated by their ability to change color, the ways they ward off predators, and their methods of communication. In time, scientists hope that by studying these creatures, they may find ways to copy and use all of their abilities. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Informational Text builds reading skills...

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to sea stars. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

"Who am I?" wonders Shark Baby. When his "mermaid's purse" egg case is torn loose in a storm, he finds himself on a journey through different ocean habitats: kelp forests, coral reefs, and seagrass meadows. He learns what kind of shark he isn't, but not what kind he is. He needs to find the "mermaid" to learn where he belongs, but the ocean is big and full of dangers. Will he find out who he is-and what he can do-in time? This fictional story includes...

In Dolphins, beginning readers will learn about the behaviors of dolphins under the sea. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the different methods dolphins use to find food. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a dolphin, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about dolphins online using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...

In Walruses, young readers will learn about the behaviors of walruses. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover how walruses fight with their tusks. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a walrus, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about walruses online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....

With a lot of support and encouragement from his minnow friend, Nugget, Fang the shark makes it through his first day at Mini Minnows Elementary.

Iris is about to go on a grand road trip to make sure the loneliest whale in the ocean is finally heard. From fixing the class computer to repairing old radios, twelve-year-old Iris is a tech genius. But she's the only deaf person in her school, so people often treat her like she's not very smart. If you've ever felt like no one was listening to you, then you know how hard that can be. When she learns about Blue 55, a real whale who is unable to speak...

The Great Barrier Reef is a special place. Come see the coral. Look at colorful sea creatures. Australia's underwater attraction is waiting for you. Along the way, you'll learn place value! This nonfiction math book combines math and reading skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject-area content. The dynamic images, detailed sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make learning place value easy and fun. Text features...

Learn to recognize the exciting animals of the ocean! The book utilizes curriculum based text to get children comfortable with reading and uses the Whole Language approach to literacy, a combination of sight words and repetition builds recognition and confidence. Bold, colorful photographs correlate directly to text to help guide readers through the book. The Wild Things series looks at various amazing creatures that live in our world. The series...

Joe is a boy who likes seals. He often goes to the rocky beach to take photos of them. He paddles his canoe near them and he helps the wildlife rangers to look after them."