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A squirrel buries an acorn. A dolphin pushes a coconut into an ocean current. A camel chewing a date spits out th0e seed. What do they all have in common? Each one, in its own way, has helped to plant a tree In myriad ways and diverse environments, Mother Nature is given a hand in dispersing seeds that eventually grow into trees. From the apple seeds falling off the sticky fur of a black bear to the pine seed carried by an army of ants marching to their anthill, creatures great and creatures small participate in nature's cyclical dance in the planting of a tree.
How old is the Colosseum in Rome? How long is the Great Wall of China? Readers will find these answers and more as they learn about the location, history, architecture, and special uses of some of the world’s most iconic landmarks in Whole Wide World. Real life photographs take readers on a trip, while an At a Glance feature provides a map and quick facts on each landmark.
Learning about fractions isn't always easy, but who says it can't be fun? Using one very entertaining cow, math teacher Taryn Souders has devised a very clever (and fun) way of explaining fractions to beginning learners. One whole cow, calmly eating hay, decided to act differently on this particular day. One whole cow - what should we do? I know! Let's paint one half blue! Prompted by a poem and a visual clue, students are asked to answer what fraction is illustrated in the cow's antics, starting with halves and progressing into thirds, fourths, eighths, and tenths. What fraction of the cow is blue? Answer: ' What fraction of the cow is white? Answer: ' With the math problem featured as part of the artwork, students get an immediate sense of how to apply and understand the concept of fractions. How moo-velous!
Animal lovers will adore learning about some of the world's most popular dogs with this high-interest series. Appealing and informative titles cover physical traits, behaviour, and how to care for these furry friends.
Meet people who moved beyond being frustrated by injustice and problems to take action to improve the world. They noticed pollution damaging our Earth, sick or injured people who needed help, and unfairness in schools, and they decided to do something positive to help. The activists featured in this series range from teens to adults and represent diverse backgrounds. Each book includes tips on how to get started as an activist yourself.
Who's hiding? Who's crying? Who's backwards? Look carefully! Is it dog, tiger, hippo, zebra, bear, reindeer . . . Can you tell? Look again . . .Who's Hiding? is an astonishingly simple book, full of surprises. Eighteen fun-loving animals on each question-posing page send readers into an up-close, attention-to-detail discovery.
Who flies silently, can have a wingspan that ranges from just inches to over 6 feet, and has killer talons? Owls! This series introduces early readers to different species of owls. Each page includes levelled text that covers basic information about the owlÎs behaviour, hunting habits, and more. Eye-catching features provide visual reinforcement by highlighting wingspan, physical traits, common prey, and life stages. Brilliant photos keep readers engaged. Early readers will screech over these books!
Since the dawn of professional sporting leagues, fans and pundits have debated the same question: Who is the GOAT, or the greatest player of all time? Everyone has their favourites, but few can successfully use statistics to back up their claim. Fortunately, this set brings math and sports fandom together, giving readers the tools necessary to understand how much their math class and their favourite sports have in common.
Who's the real boss of a story? The writer or the characters who live to tell the tale? Or both together? Follow the three little pigs as they argue with the writer over what kind of story to tell. Will the hero become the villain? Find out in this fun introduction to the essential components all great stories need.
If your hands can mix and mash, what job might you have? What if your hands reach, wrench, yank, and crank? The hands in this book-and the people attached to them-do all sorts of helpful work. And together, these helpers make their community a safe and fun place to live. As you read, keep an eye out for community members who make repeat appearances! Can you guess all the jobs based on the actions of these busy hands?