Mari Schuh

Guardians of those they love, Rottweilers are strong and confident. They were first bred to protect and drive cattle. Today, they often work as police dogs. Curious beginning readers will love learning why Rottweilers are among the most popular dog breeds in America!

Blue whales are the largest animals to ever have lived on Earth But they are often hidden from human eyes deep beneath ocean waves. Find out their secrets and get all the facts about these majestic water mammals.

With their eerie howls and fierce hunting skills, wolves are fascinating creatures. These loyal pack animals are close relatives to man's best friend, dogs. Learn more about these proud hunters.

Parrots can do more than just mimic human speech. These colorful, sassy birds often mate for life, and some parrots can live 90 years or more. Learn more about these intelligent birds.

With their eerie howls and fierce hunting skills, wolves are fascinating creatures. These loyal pack animals are close relatives to man's best friend, dogs. Learn more about these proud hunters.

Parrots can do more than just mimic human speech. These colorful, sassy birds often mate for life, and some parrots can live 90 years or more. Learn more about these intelligent birds.

Blue whales are the largest animals to ever have lived on Earth But they are often hidden from human eyes deep beneath ocean waves. Find out their secrets and get all the facts about these majestic water mammals.

Have you ever seen a hole in the ground and wondered what's beneath it? It could be a prairie dog These cute little mammals build communities of underground tunnels. Get all the facts about prairie dogs, and find out what's going on beneath the surface.

Have you ever seen a hole in the ground and wondered what's beneath it? It could be a prairie dog These cute little mammals build communities of underground tunnels. Get all the facts about prairie dogs, and find out what's going on beneath the surface.

Sea anemones are big believers in the buddy system. They welcome clownfish to hang out in their tentacles and snack on leftovers. In return, their clownfish pals say thank you with a parasite cleaning. Beginning readers will discover how sea anemones have mastered the give and take of friendship.

For young parrotfish, the future is often bright! They can be born a dull color, and then turn into vibrant adults. Rainbow colors help many blend in with brilliant coral reefs. The beaming parrotfish swimming in this title will be a visual delight for the youngest readers.

Did you know that some corals are named for being look-alikes? The mushroom coral has an umbrella-like shape. Grooves on the surface of the brain coral give it the appearance of the important human organ. Beginning readers just might get the urge to name the corals in this book.

Meat-Eating Plants introduces readers to meat-eating plants from around the world and the ways in which they trap their meals. From pitcher plants to sticky traps and plants that snap, readers will be fascinated with these plants’ abilities to catch prey! Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about plants’ powerful abilities. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about meat-eating plants using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Meat-Eating Plants also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Meat-Eating Plants is part of Jump!'s Plant Power series.

Poisonous Plants introduces readers to poisonous plants from around the world and the ways in which they defend themselves. From poisonous berries to beautiful, luring flowers, readers will be fascinated with these plants’ abilities to trick prey! Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about plants’ powerful abilities. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about poisonous plants using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Poisonous Plants also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Poisonous Plants is part of Jump!'s Plant Power series.

Prickly Plants introduces readers to plants around the world that use thorns, prickles, spines, and bristles to defend themselves. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about plants’ powerful abilities. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about prickly plants using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Prickly Plants also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Prickly Plants is part of Jump!'s Plant Power series.

In this book young readers will discover what litter is, how it can harm the environment and what they can do to help clean it up! The book introduces readers to the problem of littering and how to keep it in its rightful place.

Don't let boxers intimidate you. They're actually one of the goofiest dog breeds! Although their muscular bodies and watchful dispositions make them great police dogs, boxers are also loyal family companions. Find out more about the boxer's personality in this title for young learners.

These short, long dogs were bred for the burrows. Instinctive diggers and protectors, Dachshunds should not be left alone outdoors. Instead, give them a pile of blankets to explore in your home. Hang with these hounds in this interesting title for reluctant readers.

Few dogs can claim the celebrity status of Lassie. This collie is a movie and television icon and actually has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! So what makes a herding dog fit for show biz? This children’s title answers that question by telling the robust history of the collie breed.