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Anteaters, Bats & Boas: The Amazon Rainforest from the Forest Floor to the Treetops
Roxie Munro, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explore diverse Amazon wildlife through engaging visual storytelling.
Educational content enhances knowledge of biology and ecology.
Supports development of observational and descriptive skills.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation for nature’s wonders.
Anteaters, Bats & Boas: The Amazon Rainforest from the Forest Floor to the Treetops
Roxie Munro, 2021
Award winning
Frankenslime
Ashley Belote, Joy Keller, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity and scientific curiosity in young minds.
Encourages experimentation through fun, gooey slime adventures.
Engages kids with humorous, lively illustrations.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Frankenslime
Ashley Belote, Joy Keller, 2021
Award winning
About Habitats: Rivers and Streams
Cathryn Sill, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse river and stream habitats vividly.
Enhances understanding of aquatic ecosystems for young readers.
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation.
Simple, engaging text paired with informative illustrations.
About Habitats: Rivers and Streams
Cathryn Sill, 2022
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Swoop and Soar: How Science Rescued Two Osprey Orphans and Found Them a New Family in the Wild
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, Deborah Lee Rose and Jane Veltkamp, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspiring true story of wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature conservation.
Illustrates the power of science and teamwork.
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and learning.
Swoop and Soar: How Science Rescued Two Osprey Orphans and Found Them a New Family in the Wild
Deborah Lee Rose, Jane Veltkamp, Deborah Lee Rose and Jane Veltkamp, 2022
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
351 pages
Why to read
Engages with themes of community and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Explores complexities of friendship and family dynamics.
Offers heartwarming, adventurous narrative for young minds.
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (The Vanderbeekers, 4)
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
I Wonder Why Spiders Spin Webs: And Other Questions About Creepy Crawlies
Amanda O'neill, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating facts about spiders and insects.
Encourages curiosity and scientific thinking in children.
Answers common questions about creepy crawlies engagingly.
Perfect for young explorers keen on nature.
I Wonder Why Spiders Spin Webs: And Other Questions About Creepy Crawlies
Amanda O'neill, 2024
Award winning
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging Storyline: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the challenges and triumphs of childhood, making it a great read for young readers who are navigating their own personal growth and learning experiences.
Positive Role Models: The book features positive role models, including the main character, Roosevelt Banks, who demonstrates the importance of perseverance, honesty, and kindness, providing young readers with a character they can look up to and learn from.
Humor and Entertainment: Laurie Calkhoven's writing style incorporates humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained while also delivering important life lessons. This makes reading enjoyable and can help instill a love of reading in children.
Development of Reading Skills: 'Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training' is well-suited for middle-grade readers who are looking to improve their reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are designed to challenge young readers in a supportive way, contributing to their literacy development.
Roosevelt Banks, Good-Kid-in-Training
Debbie Palen, Laurie Calkhoven, 2020
Award winning
Weird and Wonderful Animals
Rossella Trionfetti, Cristina Banfi, 2019
64 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity through unique animal characteristics.
Stimulates curiosity about biology and ecosystems.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging animal facts.
Supports developmental learning in a fun context.
