Why were mummies mummified? These mysterious corpses provide a fascinating window on the past of cultures worldwide. Mummies has plenty of ghoulish intrigue to keep young readers reading. This irresistible title provides the solid science behind the myths and guarantees a successful and rewarding reading experience for kids at Level 2. Mummiesis a compelling combination of fun, facts, jokes and captivating photography.

Presents a miscellany of facts about bats.

Describes pandas and their behavior.

There are some things you might not know about the man responsible for the Emancipation Proclamation. Kids learn about Abraham Lincoln through timeliness, quotes, and peculiar facts.

An introduction to rocks and minerals including how they are formed.

Provides facts about wolves, such as their habitat, packs, and feeding habits.

"These heartwarming stories of animal babies, rescued and nursed back to health by humans, will pull at the heart strings and make kids realize there's a survivor inside all of us. This reader is illustrated with adorable photographs that document these animals' recoveries. The carefully written text guarantees a successful and rewarding reading experience for level 1 readers"--

Explores the world of manatees, including their habitats, physical characteristics, diet, behavior, and threats to their environment.

Presents the life and career of Alexander Graham Bell, examining how he invented the telephone and his work with the deaf.

"Information about the stars in the sky for very young children"--