E. C. Andrews

Rainforests are home to more than half of the world's plant and animal species. With so much biodiversity, this habitat provides the perfect backdrop to learn more about plants and the animals that rely on them for survival. Readers venture deep into the rainforest as they follow an animal narrator that teaches them about its tropical plant pals. Science curriculum concepts such as plant parts, adaptations, and the relationships between living things are presented in a creative way--with the help of fact boxes, illustrations, photographs, and diagrams.

Readers travel under the sea with the help of an animal guide to learn about the amazing plants that call the ocean home. This fresh take on biomes and plant parts is presented through the lens of an illustrated narrator that explains why plants make great pals for the creatures that live in the ocean. Basic biology topics such as plant parts, adaptations, and the relationships between living things are shared with readers in a creative way that is meant to get them thinking critically about how living things interact in the world around them.

How do plants survive in the harsh environment of the desert? Readers find the answer to this question as they learn about desert plants from one of their animal pals This illustrated narrator guides readers through the desert and helps them discover important facts about plant parts, adaptations, and the relationship between plants and animals. The achievable main text and fun fact boxes make this an excellent introduction to botany for nature lovers who are beginning their independent reading journey. In addition, the text is part of a vibrant design that combines diagrams, photographs, and illustrations.

Marshlands are home to plants that have adapted to life in and around the water. These plants have many animal pals that rely on them to survive. Readers are introduced to one of them as they follow an illustrated animal guide through the marshlands and learn about different plants along the way. This unique approach to beginner biology focuses not only on plant parts and ecosystems but also on the relationship between plants and animals. The eye-catching design, which combines full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams, works with the at-level text to get young readers excited about exploring the natural world.

How do plants survive in the harsh environment of the desert? Readers find the answer to this question as they learn about desert plants from one of their animal pals This illustrated narrator guides readers through the desert and helps them discover important facts about plant parts, adaptations, and the relationship between plants and animals. The achievable main text and fun fact boxes make this an excellent introduction to botany for nature lovers who are beginning their independent reading journey. In addition, the text is part of a vibrant design that combines diagrams, photographs, and illustrations.

Meat and fish are a part of many people's healthy diets. They provide the human body with key nutrients, though some options are healthier than others. Readers of this beneficial book will find out about the different kinds of meat and fish that people eat and how they can be prepared as tasty dishes that provide good nutrition. Colorful photographs, fun fact boxes, and a beautiful design will attract readers, who will also appreciate the important science concepts found within the achievable, at-level text.

Readers travel under the sea with the help of an animal guide to learn about the amazing plants that call the ocean home. This fresh take on biomes and plant parts is presented through the lens of an illustrated narrator that explains why plants make great pals for the creatures that live in the ocean. Basic biology topics such as plant parts, adaptations, and the relationships between living things are shared with readers in a creative way that is meant to get them thinking critically about how living things interact in the world around them.

Dairy comes in many forms that people crave. Milk, yogurt, and cheese are a few, but perhaps the most popular is ice cream This carefully crafted book introduces readers to dairy as an important food group. The informative and at-level text describes where milk comes from and how milk and other products are prepared for safe and tasty human consumption. Key concepts are aided by a close picture-text correlation, while motivating fact boxes provide more thought-provoking information for future foodies.

Rainforests are home to more than half of the world's plant and animal species. With so much biodiversity, this habitat provides the perfect backdrop to learn more about plants and the animals that rely on them for survival. Readers venture deep into the rainforest as they follow an animal narrator that teaches them about its tropical plant pals. Science curriculum concepts such as plant parts, adaptations, and the relationships between living things are presented in a creative way--with the help of fact boxes, illustrations, photographs, and diagrams.

Ice cream, pizza with lots of cheese, and milk and cookies are things many kids love to eat. However, kids who are allergic to dairy products can't enjoy these foods in the same way. While this might seem sad, readers of this helpful guide to a common food allergy discover that there are plenty of ways to make and enjoy foods without dairy. Fun recipes for dairy-free foods are paired with information about this kind of allergy and how it affects the body. This is presented in an informative, empathetic way that supports and empowers young readers.

Nut allergies are some of the most common food allergies. What's it like living with an allergy to peanuts, tree nuts, or another kind of nut? Readers find out in this informative and sensitive look at an important health topic. Essential facts are presented alongside helpful tips for how to cope with this kind of food allergy. In addition, recipes are included to show readers just some of the delicious things they can make without nuts. This interactive approach resonates with readers who have a nut allergy as well as those who care about someone who does.

A food allergy doesn't have to keep you from having fun or trying lots of tasty treats. Readers learn this as they discover strategies for coping with an egg allergy. Essential facts about this kind of allergy help kids better understand their own bodies if they have an allergy or support someone else if a friend or family member is the one affected. Readers also discover recipes for foods they can make with the help of an adult that are safe for people with an egg allergy. This helps early learners connect education and empathy in an accessible way.

A food allergy doesn't have to keep you from having fun or trying lots of tasty treats. Readers learn this as they discover strategies for coping with an egg allergy. Essential facts about this kind of allergy help kids better understand their own bodies if they have an allergy or support someone else if a friend or family member is the one affected. Readers also discover recipes for foods they can make with the help of an adult that are safe for people with an egg allergy. This helps early learners connect education and empathy in an accessible way.

Ice cream, pizza with lots of cheese, and milk and cookies are things many kids love to eat. However, kids who are allergic to dairy products can't enjoy these foods in the same way. While this might seem sad, readers of this helpful guide to a common food allergy discover that there are plenty of ways to make and enjoy foods without dairy. Fun recipes for dairy-free foods are paired with information about this kind of allergy and how it affects the body. This is presented in an informative, empathetic way that supports and empowers young readers.

Dairy comes in many forms that people crave. Milk, yogurt, and cheese are a few, but perhaps the most popular is ice cream This carefully crafted book introduces readers to dairy as an important food group. The informative and at-level text describes where milk comes from and how milk and other products are prepared for safe and tasty human consumption. Key concepts are aided by a close picture-text correlation, while motivating fact boxes provide more thought-provoking information for future foodies.

A colorful plate of food is a healthy plate of food--and much of that color should come from fruits and vegetables. This vibrant volume introduces young foodies to key food and nutrition concepts. They'll learn how some fruits and vegetables grow, why they're good for us, and how they can be prepared to bring out their tastiest features. While readers will likely have their favorite fruits and vegetables, the inviting text and stunning colorful photographs will inspire them to try new ones.

Water is not just an important part of Earth's composition, it's also vital to every single human being. Every person uses water every day, but water pollution poses a big threat to our safety. Readers learn about the causes of water pollution--both natural and manmade--as well as the harmful effects of unclean water, since both animals and humans alike rely on water for survival. Vivid photographs of sewage pollution, oil pollution, and agricultural pollution help readers visualize the issues at hand, while accessible text breaks down the concerns and teaches readers how they can help stop water pollution.

Polar ice caps are an important part of the environment for both humans and animals, but they're melting at an alarming rate due to an increase in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Readers learn about ice caps and their crucial presence on Earth, as well as the harmful effects of losing them, such as an increase in flooding, a loss of animal habitats, and an increase in pollution. Full-color photographs and achievable text guide readers in understanding this pivotal issue. Readers also learn important ways they can play a part in preventing the rise of sea levels.

With a global population of over 7 billion people, more and more trees and forests are being cut down to make room for people to live, work, and build. But deforestation can be very dangerous because trees make the air clean. Readers learn about the many ways deforestation is executed, such as logging and slash and burn, as well as the harmful effects it has on the environment, such as releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, destroying animal habitats, and increasing flooding. Accessible text and supporting images guide readers as they learn about this very real environmental concern.

Without clean air, human beings wouldn't be able to live on Earth. That's why it's so important to protect the environment by ensuring that air pollution is reduced As readers learn throughout this volume, air pollution can be caused by both natural and manmade emissions, such as the burning of fossil fuels, as well as from the use of industrial and agricultural machines. The harm this has on the air around us is made understandable through helpful photographs and accessible text. Also featured are the various ways readers can help reduce toxic emissions through their own actions.