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Honeybees - Blastoff! Readers - Insects Up Close
Honeybees are in the honeymaking business. These insects turn nectar collected from plants into honey and then store it in honeycombs. In this book, young kids will jobshadow honeybees working hard in their hives. Readers will see how busy bees...
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Mountain Goats (Animals of the Mountains)
No one climbs mountains like a mountain goat can! These nimble-footed critters easily scale steep slopes.
IR Books: The Moon
Only 12 humans have walked on the Moon. But scientists have learned a lot about Earth’s night light. We know how it was formed, about its relationship with Earth, and its surface features. The informative text pairs with fascinating fun...
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Puffer Fish - Blastoff! Readers: Oceans Alive
Did you know that a puffer fish inflates into a ball when it senses danger? It uses size to intimidate predators. This book introduces children to the appearance, eating habits, and predator escape tactics of puffer fish.
Dragones
¡Mira hacia el cielo! Un dragón con escamas y alas sobrevuela arrojando fuego por la boca y mostrando sus dientes afilados. Después, desaparece en medio de la noche. ¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué come un dragón? ¿Dónde está su...
IR Books: Firefighter
Stay low and get out fast! Most people know this tactic to safely escape fires from a young age. But firefighters must do the opposite. These heroic men and women extinguish fires and rescue people in need. Ignite your interest...
Severe Weather - Blastoff! Readers: Understanding Weather
Severe weather can happen over land or water. With varying degrees of severity, it's important to be aware! Knowing when to take cover and retreat to shelter can keep you safe during dangerous conditions.
Tarantulas - Blastoff! Readers: Creepy Crawlies
Packed with less of a punch than your typical honeybee, tarantula bites are merely harmless to humans. Their large, fuzzy bodies and legs send some squirming, but these bugs are quite misunderstood. Get educated on the life of these arachnids...
Nelson Mandela
This stunning picture book biography of Nelson Mandela by Kadir Nelson is a receipient of the Coretta Scott King Honor award. In this lush, acclaimed book, awardwinning authorillustrator Kadir Nelson tells the story of global icon and Nobel Peace Prize...
Maya's Song
This unforgettable picture book introduces young readers to the life and work of Maya Angelou, whose words have uplifted and inspired generations of readers. The author of the celebrated autobiography I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Maya was the...
Sharuko: El arqueólogo peruano Julio C. Tello / Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello
Growing up in the late 1800s, Julio Tello, an Indigenous boy, spent time exploring the caves and burial grounds in the foothills of the Peruvian Andes. Nothing scared Julio, not even the ancient human skulls he found. His bravery earned...
IR Books: Jellyfish
Jellyfish are graceful, beautiful ocean animals. But their looks are deceiving. Those long, wavy tentacles can really sting! Jellyfish are often transparent. They do not have bones, blood, or brains. Despite their simplicity, these creatures have been around for millions...
Light (Science Starters)
A storm is ending, and a rainbow arches across the sky. Red, yellow, blue, violet – where do all these colors come from? Beginning readers will delve into the science of color, light wavelengths, reflections, and shadows in this bright...
Simone Biles (Sports Superstars)
Simone Biles is an Olympic champion. She has won seven medals, including 4 gold medals. In this fast-paced title, reluctant readers will learn about Simone's storied career. Engaging text and vibrant photos show the hard work and dedication that brought...
Hey Black Child
This lyrical, empowering poem celebrates black children and seeks to inspire all young people to dream big and achieve their goals.
Arenas y trinos/Sand and Song: Abecedario del río/The ABCs of the River
“Still, silent water / starts to run / dancing over rocks, turning into song.” Acclaimed children’s book author Alma Flor Ada and her daughter Rosalma Zubizarreta-Ada share short poems for children about rivers and the life found along them. There...
Beavers (Animals of the Wetlands)
Beavers build their own environment! Their dams block rivers, creating still waters for them to swim in. They chew down trees to construct elaborate beaver lodges. This title proves that beavers are true survivors. Its lowlevel text, striking images, maps,...
Sonia Sotomayor: A Judge Grows in the Bronx/La juez que creció en el Bronx
The inspiring and timely story of Sonia Sotomayor, who rose up from a childhood of poverty and prejudice to become the first Latino to be nominated to the US Supreme Court. Before Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor took her seat...
Squids - Blastoff! Readers: Ocean Life Up Close
Squids are one of the most fascinating creatures of the sea! About 1,000 feet below the ocean’s surface, these cephalopods are experts at evading enemies. Some squirt ink, while others change colors to confuse predators. Young readers will learn all...
IR Books: The Sun
The Sun’s outermost layer, the corona, is only visible to the naked eye during a total solar eclipse! This important star impacts our daily lives, from providing the necessities of life to affecting our means of communication. Studying the Sun...
Mosasaurs (Ancient Marine Life)
Mosasaurs had two rows of sharp teeth. They easily snapped up prey! In this hi/lo title, readers are introduced to Mosasaurs’ body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and colorful illustrations. Along the way, features map the prehistoric world,...
Emu or Ostrich? (Spotting Differences)
What bird has a large body and a long neck, but cannot fly? It is an emu! Or is it an ostrich? These birds may seem similar, but they are unique in many ways. Lively images, simple text, and a...
Harp Seals (Animals of the Arctic)
From special tears that protect their eyes in salty seawater to their migrations for feeding and giving birth, harp seals have many special adaptations for thriving in their freezing home.
Life in a Wetland (Biomes Alive!)
Bogs, swamps, and marshes are all different types of wetlands. Many plants and animals rely on this biome for reproduction, safety, or simply a drink of water. Some need to adapt to this environment, like the mangrove trees that get...
Goby Fish and Snapping Shrimp (Animal Tag Teams)
Goby fish and snapping shrimp are unusual roommates! Goby fish keep an eye out for danger as snapping shrimp build homes to share. Their friendship helps each creature survive the dangers of ocean living.
Gathering the Sun: An Alphabet in Spanish and English
Simple poems and glorious paintings offer a deeply moving portrait of migrant Chicano farmworker families at work and play.
IR Books: The Polar Bear
The polar bear is the largest meat-eater living on land. It has an appetite for seals, walruses, and whales, but it is not picky when starving. Come face-to-face with a hungry polar bear and you are dead meat! IR Books™...
Poison Dart Frogs - Blastoff! Readers: Animals of the Rain Forest
The brilliantly colored poison dart frog communicates with its skin. Its bright colors signal predators that this frog is poisonous. Read about this amazing creature's other physical features and behavior in this book that explores where a poison dart frog...
Hippopotamuses (Animals of the Wetlands)
Hippos can stay dry on land with special red mucus but these huge mammals prefer the muddy waters of their wetlands biome. There, they use special adaptations to thrive underwater.
Chameleons - Blastoff! Readers: Animal Safari
Different chameleon species show an array of colors and patterns depending on their mood or environmental factors, like temperature or light. These remarkable reptiels can also rotate their eyes to look in two different directions at once! This title will...
