Riley Lawrence
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Unlike other owls, snowy owls have feathers that cover their legs and feet to keep them warm in the freezing tundra. They have sharp beaks and claws to help them catch lemmings, mice, and rabbits. Readers learn about the lives of these fascinating birds through engaging text and striking photographs. They explore common elementary science curriculum topics, including predator-prey relationships and adaptations, in an accessible, exciting way. Detailed...
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"Pluto is too big to be an asteroid and too small to be a planet, so scientists call it a dwarf planet. It's so far away from the sun that it gets no warmth at all, so it's covered in a thick layer of ice. Readers learn fun facts such as these as they explore the world of our solar system's dwarf planets"--Publisher's website.
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The debate over junk food in schools brings up important points about childhood obesity, public health, and personal choice. All these issues are addressed as readers view arguments both for and against banning junk food in school cafeterias. The balanced, fact-filled text encourages readers to develop their own informed opinions about this issue that directly affects their lives. Colorful photographs, a detailed graphic organizer, and additional...
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"Debates about school start times are happening in communities across the United States. While some people feel the school day starts too early for teenagers and their changing sleep habits, others feel making classes start later in the morning causes more problems than benefits. Both sides of this debate are highlighted for young readers through informative main text and fact boxes, as well as full-color photographs and a helpful graphic organizer....