"In this book, early fluent readers will learn all about grasshoppers. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the insects' defining features, anatomy, and appearance, as well as its habitats, life cycle stages, and behaviors, such as swarming. Take a Look! infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend learning....

"Why do ferrets hide their toys? Find out the answer and spark kids' natural curiosity about pets with this inquiry-based nonfiction book. Long and furry, ferrets are perpetual explorers with high energy and a mischievous spirit. Nine kid-friendly Q&As teach readers about life with a pet ferret, including their behavior, playful antics, and tendency to run into walls. Engaging questions draw in kids while research-based answers satisfy their curiosity....

"Can I take my lizard on a walk? Spark kids' natural curiosity about pets with this inquiry-based nonfiction book about lizards. From the "cuddly" bearded dragon to large iguanas, lizards make interesting pets. Nine questions that kids would ask and well-researched, easy-to-understand answers teach readers about life with these reptiles, including terrarium needs, handling techniques, and lizard behaviors like head bobbing and arm waving. Simple infographics...

"The Everything about Bugs series examines a wide range of arthropods, from beautiful dragonflies to creepy crawly spiders. Readers will learn exciting facts about each arthropod, including its body features, where it lives, what it eats, and its role in nature. Vibrant photos and easy-to-read text will engage beginning readers as they learn about Earth's most interesting tiny creatures"--

"Young readers can discover more about the objects that they see in Earth's sky with the All about the Sky series. They will also learn about objects that are too far to be seen with the naked eye, as well the invisible phenomena that affect the sights they observe."

"In 1947, an unusual object crashed in the New Mexico desert and was recovered by the Roswell Army Air Field officers. People everywhere began to speculate what the object could be. Could it possibly be a flying saucer? Would that be proof of aliens and life beyond Earth? Even decades later, some people still believe that the Roswell Incident is the most famous UFO sighting ever. Still, those who worked at the airfield insist it was just a weather...

"Did you know that slugs do not have shells? This makes it easier for them to move under the ground.

"Sea monsters have a long history in lore and literature. Homer first wrote of them in 700 BCE. What Do We Know About the Kraken? lets curious young readers explore what we actually know about this mysterious sea monster's long history. Dive into the facts behind this massive squid-like creature that was first described using the word "Kraken" in the beginning of the eighteenth century. For centuries, sailors have feared the Kraken, which they believe...