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41) Baboons
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Nothing says "bonding" like picking bloodsucking pests from your neighbor's fur. Baboons of the same troop develop strong relationships this way, often beginning and ending each day with a grooming session that can last hours. Learn what baboons are up to the rest of the day in this introductory title.
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Don't let the game of "monkey see, monkey do" be your child's sole association to monkeys. Learning is much more complete when done with the use of this fun but highly educational book. Here, your child will experience being with monkeys (though only through the imagination). The pictures will tell a good story, which will only be supported by the texts. Grab a copy now!
43) Jane Goodall
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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A famous scientist who studied chimpanzees, Jane Goodall showed that these smart primates use tools. Her groundbreaking research inspires people to protect nature. Engaging photos and easy-to-read text take readers into her story. Key dates, quick stats, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
45) Orangutans
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Learn all about orangutans in this fun and informational text. Like all books in the My Favorite Animal Series, Orangutans offers engaging facts and checks the reader's knowledge and comprehension throughout the book.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Gorillas are brilliant, familial creatures that exhibit complex emotions, intellect, and abilities, much like humans. Then why are gorillas at risk? Readers learn about the daily lives of gorillas in the wild, what is threatening their very survival, and what is being done to save them.
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What makes an animal astute that allows them to adapt to their environment? First of all, what does, astute even mean?
It's easy as ABC...all the way through the letter Z!
That's where assonance and alliteration come into play and make learning about animals in an entertaining way.
Assonance: the repetition of vowel sounds but not consonants in words (as "red hen") for poetic effect
Alliteration: the repetition of a consonant sound at the beginning...
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"He was a good little monkey and always very curious." This is how H. A. Rey and his wife, Margret, first introduced their now beloved troublemaker-hero to young readers in 1941. In this hefty 192-page hardcover treasury, Curious George fans will find eight stories based on the popular primate, painted in Rey's original watercolor and charcoal style: Curious George Takes a Train (2002), Curious George Visits a Toy Store (2002), Curious George and...
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Fear is a perfectly natural human emotion. However, when fear controls us, it stops us from living our best life and it limits the opportunities and experiences available to us.
Michael the Monkey is about teaching our children that it is natural to feel fearful at times. However, it is how we choose to manage or deal with those fears that will either hold us back or see us thrive.
In today's society it is critical that our children know they have...
50) Proboscis Monkey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Although proboscis monkeys are known for their extremely large noses, they also have webbed feet and hands that make them skilled swimmers. They are known to jump from the trees where they spend most of their time into nearby rivers, often landing in a belly flop! Discover the reasons for their strange behavior in this title for young students.
51) Mandrill
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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The flash of color in an African rain forest might not be what you expect. Mandrills have bright faces with long, red noses and blue and cheeks (not to mention the colorful cheeks on their rears). Whether they are tiny babies clinging to the mothers or adult monkeys yawning at threats, mandrills are awesome! Learn all about the largest member of the monkey family. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents In this series, readers will learn about...
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Monkeys are fascinating creatures in the sense that they have several familiar characteristics. The theory of evolution even states that we evolved from them. Learning about monkeys will help a child better understand Darwin's theory, and decide whether he/she would believe in it or not. Colorful and well-formatted, this educational book is definitely a must-have!
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Apes are mammals that are very similar to people--just look at their faces! Gorillas, gibbons, chimpanzees, orangutans, and bonobos are all apes. Readers learn key facts about these animals and see amazing photographs of them in their natural habitats, all while seamlessly practicing basic addition problems.
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This fun book proves that monkeys, poetry, and learning can go together quite naturally. From howler monkeys to squirrel monkeys, readers will learn about the tropical rain forests that are filled with a variety of marvelous primates. Engaging poems and colorful images reinforce important life science lessons. Whether your readers love poetry or monkeys, this book will become a favorite.
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I am the father of two bright and curious boys. When my oldest was little, he always had trouble winding down from the day and never wanted to go to bed. So, like most parents, I started to sing to him each night. I made up a fun little story of a restless monkey, and before long, bedtime was much less of a challenge.
My boys are a few years older, but I still sing to them sometimes. It was on one of these occasions that I had the idea that this...
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Camilla is a very confident young Gorilla who always gets what she wants. She is clever, she is bright, and she is very sure of herself. But there is one thing that Camilla isn't… Camilla is not very caring. On this particular day in the thick and luscious jungles of the Congo, Camilla is on a mission to find her favourite flower. What she doesn't realise is that she is about to meet a few other animals on her journey, all with different personalities....
58) Gorilla
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Gorillas are gentle giants, unless a wandering silverback tries to invade the troop. This charming, first-person narrative invites readers into the central African rainforest to follow a baby gorilla's life cycle Hyperrealistic illustrations will amaze readers as they learn essential science curriculum topics. The incredible "Did You Know?" section provides a plethora of fun facts about gorillas, and the quiz allows readers an independent learning...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Readers will go bananas for the vibrant photographs of baby chimps in the wild. A simple narrative and fast facts teach life science concepts, such as what young chimpanzees eat and how their mothers protect them from danger. From birth to the time these great apes grow up, this book offers a sneak peek into this endangered species. This is a great introduction to baby chimpanzees that can be extended with the Learn More section. The Words to Know...
60) Kia the Queen
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The purpose of this book is to help young readers realize they have value, they are important, and it is okay to believe in themselves. This book will give all young readers the hope they need to be great despite the adversity or obstacles they will face in life.
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