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Wiggling Worms at Work (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)

Wendy Pfeffer

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Excellent book and series 5 out of 5 stars.
11 of 11 people found this review helpful.

As a mother, teacher, and naturalist, I have been very impressed with this book (as well as the other Let's-Read-and-Find-Out series). It is incredible how so much information is packed into a book for kids and is also full of colorful artwork engaging to the eye. This book about worms covers how worms help the earth, how they eat, make waste, reproduce (tastefully written of course), where they go in the winter, why you find them out when it's raining, how they sense things around them, how their bodies are designed to help them move, all the while explaining things with proper terms, yet simple to understand. This book, as well as the others in the series, has an activity or two in the back of the book for hands-on learning. Excellent resource for any nature/science library.

Editorial Review:

Crawling through the dirt, worms are hard at work, helping plants to grow. Worms help the fruit and vegetables we eat by loosening the soil and feeding the plants. Read and find out about these wiggling wonders!

Shark (EYEWITNESS EXPERTS)

DK Publishing

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Total reviews: 7 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

This book is AMAZING! 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 10 people found this review helpful.

This book is full of great information on Sharks and spectacular photographs! If you are looking for a GREAT Shark book, then THIS is the book for you!! (I would give this book MORE than 5 stars if it were avaible!)

Excellent kids book on sharks 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

The graphics and images are compelling, and it's loaded with facts. I used this book to enhance a science exhibit for K-8, and all ages learned interesting things from it. For younger or less confident readers, each 2-page spread has a different topic, so it is easy to read a bit and then put it down until the next time. I thought it would be watered down for the older children, but was pleasantly surprised that it had plenty of depth for the older ones.

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Written by today's experts for the experts of tomorrow, Eyewitness Experts are great big gift packs that blitz the top-selling topics children really love. Open them up and you'll find everything you need to nurture their interest, whether novice or nerd. These are gifts to treasure and return to and grow with.

This pack is filled with everything you need to become an expert on sharks, covering their life cycles, their diets, and their secret underwater lives.

Koko's Kitten

Francine Patterson

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Total reviews: 17 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

koko 's kitten 5 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

Koko is a gorilla and she like cats . She is good at sign language and she knows when is her

birthday. She knows how to read books about cats. If you give her a stuffed cat she will destroy it. She likes only real cats. So that's what the story is all about. I like this book because you can learn all about gorillas and how you can help them. I think that you should read this book because you can know about gorillas. by Edgard Walker

Cats 5 out of 5 stars.
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Great book for any cat lover

author of "Hobo Finds A Home"

wonderful book 5 out of 5 stars.
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This is a wonderful story about the love and kindness creatures, nonhuman and human, can show towards each other. It is touching and meaningful for all ages. The photos are exceptional and the writing is down to earth.

I would highly recommend this book to everyone.

Koko's Kitten 5 out of 5 stars.
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Koko's Kitten, by Dr. Francine Patterson, is about a gorilla and a kitten. It's almost Koko's birthday. Penny helps Koko she wanted to give Koko a toy cat. But it didn't come in on time. So Penny gave it to Koko on Christmas. Koko didn't like the toy cat. So Penny gave her a real cat. Koko named the kitten Ball. Ball bit Koko and Koko called Ball obnoxious but Koko never hit back. Koko treated Ball like a baby. Koko combed Ball, and put him in her thigh like what a mother will do. Koko also painted Ball. Koko played games with Ball that Ball hated.

On a cloudy day Barbara told Penny that Ball got hit by a car and he was dead. Then Penny told Koko. And Koko was sad. Ten minutes later Penny heard Koko cry. Penny cried, too. Barbara asked Koko what she wanted for Christmas then Koko signs tiger cat. Then Penny shows Koko three drawings of cats. Koko picks a tailless Manx. On March 14 Koko got a red cat. Koko named it Lipstick. Koko was happy.

The theme about this book is about friendship. Koko always plays with Penny. And she always plays with Ball. Koko thought Ball was her baby so she put him in her thigh. They always played games. I like the way Koko didn't hurt Ball.

By Stephanie

Editorial Review:

The real life experience of Koko, a gorilla in California who uses sign language, with a young kitten whom she loved and grieved over when it died.

What's It Like to Be a Fish (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science Books)

Wendy Pfeffer

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

Great science book for young kids! 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 6 people found this review helpful.

Wendy Pfeffer has a talent for making difficult science concepts understandable to young children. This is a lively and very kid-friendly book with cheerful illustrations that kids will enjoy and learn from.

A must-have for elementary science teachers 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

This is an excellent book to introducing the levels of classification for living things. This book explored the physiology of fish in language that young children can understand. The facts are presented in a way that is not overwhelming to children. The illustrations are great and they really show what its like to be a fish. I have used this book with my preschoolers and they love it.

serves its purpose 4 out of 5 stars.
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.

Cute book. I liked all the info except it talks about what temp. to keep your fish tank at.......and I used it for a preschool students. Way over their heads.

Overall, good info, realistic, and cute!

Editorial Review:

Could you live underwater?

You can't breathe underwater, but a fish can. You can't eat underwater, but fish does it everyday. A fish's body is perfectly designed for life in water, just as your body is perfect for living on land. Read and find out how a fish's sleek body, fins, scales, and gills keep him in the swim! Then read on to learn how to set up your own goldfish bowl.

What Lives in a Shell? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)

Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld

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Total reviews: 4 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Ocean/Shells 5 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

This is a wonderful book that takes shell collecting to a greater depth.
As you show a shell collection, use this book to illustrate to the children what used to live in a particular type of shell.

what lives in a shell 5 out of 5 stars.
6 of 7 people found this review helpful.

As a preschool teacher i find this book very interesting to 4 year olds. children loves to see the picturesandlike to disscus the context.

Wonderful book to get before and during a beach vacation 5 out of 5 stars.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This book was very facinating for my 4 year old. We took it on our beach vacation and she learned so much since she could see the things she was reading about. She has also wanted to read it since coming home. A wonderful book.

money well spent 5 out of 5 stars.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful.

This book was very well written and was a big hit with a child who normally cannot sit still for a story. He loves this book.

Editorial Review:

Animals find many kinds of shelter--bears live in caves, birds make nests, and ants tunnel under the ground. Snails and turtles and scallops and other crustaceous creatures don't need to make homes for themselves--nature has provided them with permanent homes. Zoehfeld describes how, for each animal, a shell is also the perfect protection from predators. Full color.

Birds (A Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press)

Herbert S. Zim, Ira N. Gabrielson

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Total reviews: 11 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Guides for the Rest of Us 4 out of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

I don't suppose dedicated birders would have much use for this guide, but for those of us who think it would be fun to be able to name the birds that live in or migrate through our neighborhoods, this is a wonderful resource. For the parent with curious children, Herbert S. Zim's guides are indispensable.

These hip-pocket sized books are nicely designed and simple enough so that children can use them on their own after just a little guidance. At the same time, though, they offer plenty of solid information. The illustrations are clear, copious, and attractive.

If you are looking for a basic guide to common birds, this is a perfect choice. Also, be sure to see the other Golden Guides by Herbert S. Zim.

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This guide will help you identify-quickly and easily-the birds you are most likely to see. It tells you:What to look forWhere and when to lookHow to attract birdsRange maps show where each bird is found, and handy tables at the back of the book contain a wealth of additional information about migration, eggs, nests, and food. This is the perfect bird book for beginners at any age.

The Great Shark Escape (The Magic School Bus Chapter Book, No. 7)

Joanna Cole

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Excellent Source for any science teacher 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

I am a high school biology teacher. Since reading this book I have purchased 5 of the Magic School Bus Chapter Books. This book provides excellent scientific information and students of all ages enjoy. I had my 6 year old nephew read it, I read it, and one of my freshmen biology students read it. We all came to the same conclusion; we want to take a trip the aquarium and see the sharks firsthand for ourselves. I highly reccommend anyone with a child or a love for science to read this book.

Educational and exciting! 5 out of 5 stars.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

My 5 year daughter and I recently finished reading this book. This series is a wonderful way for kids to learn about science. After reading this book, she asked to go to a local aquarium to see some sharks for herself. We can't wait to read the other books in the series.

Editorial Review:

What starts as a class trip to the aquarium ends in the depths of the ocean, where the class has to escape from the jaws of a great white shark. Ms. Frizzle teaches the class all about different shark species, including the goblin shark, the angel shark, and the enormous whale shark. The magic School Bus has never been so deep!

The Emperor's Egg (Big Books)

Martin Jenkins

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

A gem for your collection 5 out of 5 stars.
16 of 16 people found this review helpful.

I collect books specifically about the emperor penguin breeding cycle. When I choose a book, I want the emperor penguin pictures to be fairly accurate (not cartoony or wacky) as well as beautiful, vivid, elegant, etc.. And I want the writing to reflect love for the story of these penguins.

I love this book.

Educating and humorous 5 out of 5 stars.
15 of 15 people found this review helpful.

What a fabulous book! I laughed out loud ... and actually learned a thing or two about Emperor penguins. A great choice for Father's Day - shows the importance of dads in bringing up little ones (penguins, in this case), which is refreshing. Makes a great read aloud for one-on-one, or in group settings, with just the right language to keep preschoolers interested while teaching them about penguins.

Great Non-fiction Book for the Preschool Set 5 out of 5 stars.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful.

I purchased this book for my three year old after I took him to see "March of the Penguins." He loves it! It's a really great companion for this movie as it follows the story line almost exactly. For a long time he had to carry it around the house with him everywhere - even to bed at night. This book has great illustrations. It is a little "text heavy" for his attention span - but it's easy to just skip over some of the more "science -y" parts.

Uncover a Dog (Uncover Books)

Paul Beck

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

A good introduction to the physiology of a dog, but it doesn't have to be that deep 4 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

This book is part of the Uncover Book series. The center of the book is made up of layers of plastic anatomical models of the physiological systems of a dog. The text surround the cut-out middle contains various facts related to the featured system. Photos and illustrations further support the information presented. As you lift each page, you can isolate the featured system and reveal another layer.

The pages, front and back, cover the system suspended in the cut-out area. The areas covered are as follows: Best Friends (with a see-through image of Labrador Retriever), Skull and Jaws, Skeleton, Cardiopulmonary, Reproductive, Digestion, Nervous System, Muscle System, and Skin and Fur.

The book presents many facts related to featured system. In some cases, I was surprised to learn new things about dogs (a litter of pups can have more than one father). I also found myself wanted to enforce knowledge I already knew (calling one of my dogs over so I could feel his legs as I looked at the pictures and plastic representation of the dog's leg bones).

The book doesn't provide an exhaustive explanation of the systems (I found the cardiopulmonary section lacking). Some of the plastic representations are a little disappointing (the reproductive system is a small squiggle). The book is more of a springboard to delving deeper elsewhere if there is an interest.

Overall, I liked the book. I feel it would be of great interest to most young readers and would be enjoyed by the adults sharing it with them. The book is not just for dog owners. It would pair nicely with other books in the series so the reader could compare and contrast different species.

Editorial Review:

Petting a dog, running with her, playing fetch, or rubbing her belly reminds us of the importance of the friendship between people and their canine pets. Young readers learn all there is to know about their furry pals with this book. What makes them different from one another? What’s under the skin of a yellow Labrador retriever? These are some of the questions answered here. From beagles and basenjis to salukis and Samoyeds, Uncover a Dog takes an inside look at the special anatomical and behavioral characteristics that make dogs our most trusted and lovable animal companions.

AASR: Fake Out!: Animals That Play Tricks (All Aboard Science Reader)

Ginjer L. Clarke

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

tricksy animals make for interested readers 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

My daughter, who loves animals, adores this book -- it's been her bedtime choice for several nights running. The author simply and accurately explains how various animals use tricks such as camouflage, changing color, playing dead, appearing more ferocious, and other skills to either scare predators away or lure prey in. Definitely recommended for kids who love animals.

Excellent! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

My son does not particularly enjoy reading himself, but this book series is one that he happily read. I highly recommend for any child that is interested in animals and some of the gross and interesting things that they do. We went to the zoo after reading this series too and my son had a ball seeing some of the animals from this series. He thinks these books are cool.

Editorial Review:

Did you know that the mimic octopus can change its shape, skin color, and texture to match its surroundings, or that there is a type of goat that faints whenever it feels threatened? Find out about these and other creatures with bizarre behaviors in our fourth “farout” book in our Ginjer L. Clarke All Aboard Science Reader sub-series!