E Merwin
1) Luna moth
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"What's that huge green insect with a fuzzy body? It's a luna moth! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about luna moths, including what they eat--and don't eat--and how they stay safe from their enemies. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design,...
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"What's that blue-faced animal with the pushed-in nose? It's a snub-nosed monkey! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about snub-nosed monkeys, including where they live and the story behind their strange features. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful...
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"It was the night of April 14, 1912. Jessie Sayre, a young orphan, tossed and turned in a feverish sleep. Meanwhile, hundreds of miles away, the Titanic cruised in the dark waters of the Atlantic Ocean toward an unseen iceberg. Yet somehow Jessie sensed the Titanic's doom. "I am so afraid. Can't you see that big ship sinking in the water?" she called out in the night. "Look at all those people who are drowning!" Then Jessie fell into a coma and died...
4) Strawberry
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Beginning readers will discover how a seed turns into a strawberry plant in this basic introduction to plant development.
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The elevator sinks down until you're deep underground. When the doors open, you stare into the silent darkness. Then a phantom girl holding a candle appears out of nowhere. She whispers your name. Will you follow her into the dark underground? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about deep, dark underground places. This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction....
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What's that animal with long horns and shaggy hair? It's a Highland cow! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about these gentle animals, including how they use their horns like shovels to dig up plants to eat. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful...
9) Matamata
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What's that animal with a wide, flat head and a bumpy shell? It's a matamata. Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about matamatas, including how these big turtles use their nose like a snorkel. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text, colorful design, and eye-catching...
10) Orchid Mantis
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What's that animal with pink legs that look like flower petals? It's an orchid mantis! Beginning readers will learn all about these strange yet wonderful creatures in this delightful title. They will also learn basic information about these beautiful insects, including how their resemblance to orchids helps them catch prey! Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The lively text,...
11) Ghost Caves
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You find a hole at the base of a cliff and enter the mouth of a cave. Your flashlight illuminates several cramped passages. Suddenly, you see something far off in the light beam. Is it a human skull? Get ready to read four horrifying tales about dark ghostly caves. This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage and terrify...
12) Deserted Cities
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You walk through an abandoned city. The crumbling buildings are being taken over by weeds. As you turn a corner, you feel as if someone's staring at you. You look around, but no one's there! Are there spirits lurking here? Get ready to read four frightening tales about deserted cities. This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art...
13) Beyoncé
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Beyoncé is a pop music mega star beloved by her fans. She has sold more than 160 million albums worldwide. So how did this talented performer rise to the top? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Beyoncé's exhilarating journey from childhood to superstardom. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The narrative...
14) Mummy Tombs
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A brown object sticks out of the sand in the Egyptian desert. Take a closer look and you can see the shriveled skin and brittle fingernails of a corpse's hand! Beneath your feet is a hidden graveyard filled with thousands of dead bodies. Get ready to read four spine-tingling stories about mummy tombs. This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design...
15) Adam Levine
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Adam Levine is a powerful force in pop music. His road to musical success, however, began with a guitar when he was just a boy. In this introduction, young readers will learn all about Adam's childhood, as well as his incredible career and how he built it. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The narrative text, colorful design, and colorful...
16) Lady Gaga
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In 2008, a striking new voice lit up the pop music scene. Just who is Lady Gaga? In this exciting introduction, young readers will learn about Lady Gaga and her path to success, both as a performer and as a songwriter. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The narrative text, colorful design, and colorful photos will speak to even the...
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Michigan is home to quaint towns and beautiful lakes. It also has a long history of hauntings. Travel the back roads in search of ghosts and you won't be disappointed- but will you make it out alive? Get ready to read four terrifying tales about Michigan's spookiest spots! This 24-page book features controlled, narrative nonfiction text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The colorful design and spooky art will engage...