Derek Zobel

Sea stars can regrow parts of their own bodies! This beginning title explores these fascinating creatures, from their body parts to their favorite foods. Simple, approachable text paired with bright photos allow for an easy introduction to reading, while features highlight different species and help clarify and reinforce text through diagrams and labels. This fun title will help beginning readers shine!

Gophers are known for their puffy faces. They often stuff food into their cheek pouches and carry it back to their burrows. Young children will enjoy learning how gophers gather food and dig vast underground tunnels.

Scrapers are big earth movers. They have a part that chops up the ground so that the ground can be scraped up and transported. See the whole process unfold in the pages of this introduction to scrapers.

Famous for the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps, Switzerland is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts all over the world. Swiss alpine culture is also known for a long wooden horn called the alphorn and the tradition of yodeling. Explore the stunning landscapes, unique culture, and bustling cities of this small European country.

The planet Mercury has highs around 800 °F and lows around -280 °F. Students will learn about Mercury's discovery, physical characteristics, and the environment that supports these extreme temperatures.

Saturn has the largest and most complex ring system of any planet in the solar system. Young learners will read about Saturn's discovery, its physical traits, and how the sixth planet in the solar system has been explored.

Ducks lead semi-aquatic lives. They spend a lot of time in water, paddling with their webbed feet or dipping their heads below for food. Presenting basic information about ducks, this title is sure to make a splash with young readers!

Lizards are a great option for kids looking for a unique pet! This low-level title introduces beginning readers to the basic needs of these scaly pets through playful photos and simple text. Simple features highlight favorite foods, different kinds of pet lizards, and supplies needed. Are you ready for a pet lizard?

Badgers become fierce fighters when in danger. They can protect themselves from falling prey to large, strong animals such as wolves and bears! This book introduces beginning readers to badgers, highlighting the powerful jaws and strong claws of these animals.

Kids know a turtle carries its home on its back, but what else does a pet turtle need? This low-level title introduces the needs of pet turtles, from heat lamps to favorite foods, through supportive text and crisp photos. Features highlight popular pet turtle species and reinforce text with labels and diagrams. Young students just starting to read independently will love learning about these favorite pets in this engaging title.