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Reptiles

by Simon Holland

5-8 years, 48 pages

"Explore a kingdom where the real dragons roam. Visit the many wonders of the reptile world, including flying snakes, underwater lizards, and rare dinosaur relatives. A wealth of facts, combined with dramatic photography, ensures that Eye Wonders are the perfect educational start for young children. Eye Wonders is a groundbreaking reference series specially developed for younger children aged five plus. In a stunning style departure for DK, wonderful photography shows subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. Vocabulary is accessible to children aged five plus, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained. The series provides an excellent knowledge base on the natural world for children starting to learn. The combination of breathtaking visuals and informative, accurate text will hook even those children who usually avoid books" (www.dk.com).

 

Grade 2, Standard 4
The Living Environment

Diversity of Life
2.4.1 Observe and identify different external features of plants and animals and describe how these features help them live in different environments.

Interdependence of Life
2.4.2 Observe that and describe how animals may use plants, or even other animals, for shelter and nesting.
2.4.3 Observe and explain that plants and animals both need to take in water, animals need to take in food, and plants need light.
2.4.4 Recognize and explain that living things are found almost everywhere in the world and that there are somewhat different kinds in different places.

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