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Many people have a negative view of wolves. Perhaps some notions come from depictions of nasty wolves on television, in books, and in movies. People hunted wolves to near extinction in most parts of North America. Only now, after years of protective laws, are some wolf populations starting to bounce back. Readers will learn more about the difficult life of a wolf and what they can do to clear up misconceptions of these wild animals.

This title takes readers to Atlantic puffin habitats to understand why Atlantic puffins are at risk, what humans are doing to make matters worse, and the ways humans can help to save Atlantic puffins and ultimately, Earth. Sidebars, maps, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, and a fact sheet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard...

This title takes readers to musk ox habitats to understand why musk oxen are at risk, what humans are doing to make matters worse, and the ways humans can help to save musk oxen and ultimately, Earth. Sidebars, maps, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, and a fact sheet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint...

This title takes readers to polar bear habitats to understand why polar bears are at risk, what humans are doing to make matters worse, and the ways humans can help to save polar bears and ultimately, Earth. Sidebars, maps, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, and a fact sheet. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library...

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to blue whales. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the threats to and protections of elephants. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to giant tortoises. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

Polar bears are Arctic survivors! But climate change and human activity put the bears in jeopardy. This title introduces the threats that polar bears face and how humans can help their chances for survival. Leveled text and crisp photos highlight the main points, while special features map where polar bears live, show their conservation status, introduce cause and effect, and show why the survival of polar bears matters.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to the threats to and protections of tigers. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to why caribou are at risk. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--