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The white shark is one of the greatest hunters of the ocean, while the huge whale shark is a gentle giant. Join the hi-lo adventure to discover the fascinating underwater world of sharks. Struggling readers in grades 5 and 6 wonÎt be able to put down these accessible books written at a 2nd and 3rd grade reading level.
From the time Cristina Zenato was young, she loved the ocean and she loved sharks. She grew up to become a diver, conservationist, and shark advocate. Based in the Bahamas, she dives in a protective chain suit and has built relationships with numerous sharks, who now regularly come to her with fishing hooks in their bodies and allow her to remove them. A unique picture book biography about a courageous woman who speaks up for sharks.
Sharks have lived beneath the world3s oceans since the era of the dinosaurs, but in modern times they have been regarded as fierce undersea predators that often attack swimmers, surfers and fishermen. But while attacks on humans do occur those incidents are extremely rare. Instead, it is the sharks that find themselves victims of sport and commercial fishermen, to the extent that now many species of sharks are threatened with extinction.
Throughout history, women have made amazing scientific discoveries, led armies through wars, and fought for their human rights. Explore the lives of some of these fierce females who shaped their fields forever. Engaging designs pair bright illustrations and real photos to feature the inspiring women who have made HERstory.
Ships help us out in many ways! Young readers can climb aboard with this series and learn more about different types of ships. levelled text guides students through how these ships work and what they3re used for. Fun features show off the parts of a ship and highlight the most well-known type of ship in each book. Get ready to set sail with this fun series!s
Dive below the surface and explore famous and infamous shipwrecks along with the intrepid scientists, divers, and treasure hunters who found the ships' final resting places. From the Titanic to Shackleton's Endurance, this lyrical story illuminates the tragedies that brought these ships down as well as the scientific techniques, dedicated scientists, and lucky breaks that ultimately led to their discoveries. Sidebars filled with facts and robust backmatter make this book perfect for curious, adventurous readers.
Alongside their favorite furry friends from Sesame Street, young readers are introduced to American Sign Language and learn how to sign their ABCs.
With the rise in mental illness among young people, teens are likely to encounter a friend who is struggling. This book helps teens recognize risk factors for mental illness and signs of distress in their peers. It also explores how to have conversations about mental health with a friend, when and how to seek the support of a trusted adult or crisis services, and how to advocate for mental health in their communities.
Free speech has been a bedrock principle of American life since the founding of the country. But in recent years, a surge in different forms of censorship has led to heated debates about the meaning and limits of this fundamental right. This book examines these trends in a clear, thoughtful way to help readers gain a deep understanding of the issues at stake.
From a doorstop to the lid on a jar, simple machines are all around us. These wonders of science help us in everyday life. Explore simple machines with fun photos and clear text grounded in examples from the reader3s world.s