Bøger af Christina Leaf

An ancient, scaly beast slides through the water, searching for a snack. But is it an alligator or a crocodile? This low-level book uses simple text, bright photos, and helpful labels to walk readers through the physical and behavioral differences between these often mixed-up reptiles. Readers can dive in and see if they can tell which is which!

"Engaging images accompany information about Wyoming. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Introduces beginning readers to penguins through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to fox pups through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to stingrays through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to sea horses through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces octopuses and squids to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

"Developed by literacy experts in partnership with educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to bulldozers through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

"Exciting illustrations follow events in the life of Ching Shih. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Exciting illustrations follow events in the life of Anne Bonny. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about Six Flags New Orleans. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

Only a century ago, Kolmanskop was a diamond boomtown. The town produced more than a million carats a year! But what happened to Kolmanskop after the diamond boom fizzled? This high-interest title explores the rise of Kolmanskop and its slow decline back into empty desert. Special features such as a map, a timeline, and unique fun facts add to this fascinating title.

"Engaging images accompany information about Indonesia. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Engaging images accompany information about Greece. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Engaging images accompany information about Denmark. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Engaging images accompany information about Argentina. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces ladybugs to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Honeybees are in the honey-making business. These insects turn nectar collected from plants into honey and then store it in honeycombs. In this book, young kids will job-shadow honeybees working hard in their hives. Readers will see how busy bees make productivity look fascinating.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces fireflies to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Armed with intelligence, eight arms, and a beak, octopuses amaze scientists and students alike. Octopuses often decorate their dens with shells. Some have been observed tapping their prey on the shoulder to surprise them before chowing down. Others may completely disappear with camouflage. Young readers will surely dive into this awe-inspiring title!

Shelties believe they were born with a job to do. They are herding dogs, and will round up their families much like they would round up a flock of sheep. This breed with a purpose will show beginning readers how working hard and playing hard go together.

With tuxedo-like markings on their coats, Boston terriers always look ready for a black tie event. Add an irresistible personality to this fancy look, and its no wonder why the little terriers are the chosen company of many dog lovers. The Boston terriers in this book are sure to charm young readers.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces damselflies to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

The last insect to need a megaphone would be a cicada. No bug is louder than a male cicada buzzing for a female! This title shouts cool cicada facts at kids, including that cicada noisemakers are called tymbals and that nymphs can stay underground for up to 17 years!

Butterflies always use a straw when sipping nectar. This is because their mouths are crafted like suction tubes. In this insect profile, young readers are invited to travel from page to page like butterflies travel from flower to flower. They will drink up juicy information about butterfly basics.

From his mischievous childhood onward, Roald Dahl led an adventurous life. It wasnt until he endured a head injury that he started writing, however. Dahls work includes Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and James and the Giant Peach. Capture growing readers with this nonfiction title on the life of Roald Dahl.