Coolest Pets

For some people, bugs make creepy, crawly, and very cool pets! As readers explore fun facts about insects and spiders, they are encouraged to ask themselves: Is this the right pet for me? They discover what materials are needed to create a safe living space for these creatures, what they eat, and how to interact with them. Fact boxes and graphic organizers provide additional information, and vibrant photographs of different kinds of insects and spiders fill the pages. In addition, an activity is included to add an interactive element to this learning experience.

Dogs are popular pets, and readers learn important things about how to care for them in this guide to the responsibility of having a pet. Readers find basic facts about what dogs eat and how they play, but the informative text also dives deeper into basic health care for dogs, proper grooming tips, and so much more. Graphic organizers and full-color photographs of adorable dogs enhance the delightful design, and readers can follow along with a dog-inspired activity that encourages hands-on learning. In addition, readers are introduced to essential information about beloved dog breeds.

Many young readers love horses and dream of having a horse or a pony for a pet someday. They learn what kind of work it would actually take to care of this kind of pet as they explore clear text that can help them decide if a horse or pony is the right pet for them. In addition, fun facts about a variety of horses and ponies are presented, alongside colorful photographs of these beautiful animals. Graphic organizers, fact boxes, and a fun activity put a fresh twist on a high-interest topic.

Birds make an excellent pet for some people, but they would be a poor fit for others. How can you tell if a bird is the right pet for you? Readers are able to answer this question after learning what it takes to care for a pet bird. Along the way, they are introduced to a variety of popular birds and find fact boxes with additional information about these animals. Readers are even able to make something fun for a feathered friend with the help of step-by-step instructions. Vibrant photographs of these colorful creatures seem to fly off the page!

What kind of food do rabbits eat? Can you play with a pet mouse? Do rats make good pets? The answers to these questions and more are found in this helpful guide to popular pets for kids. Colorful photographs of rabbits, mice, and rats fill the pages, and they're closely paired with text that explains the basic responsibilities involved in taking care of each type of animal. Fact boxes provide additional information about these cool creatures, and graphic organizers and a fun activity enhance the reading experience.

Frogs, snakes, and other reptiles and amphibians are amazing animals that make cool pets, but they aren't for everyone! Readers are given the tools to decide for themselves if they might want one of these animals for a pet. They explore detailed text about how to care for reptiles and amphibians, and some of the most common examples of these animals as pets are presented to readers through focused chapters and full-color photographs. Additional text features such as fact boxes and graphic organizers enhance the reading experience, and an activity shows readers how to make something special for their pet.

Fish can be fun pets, but it takes work to take good care of them. Readers learn all about caring for a fish - including what a fish eats and how to make sure it's in a healthy environment. Engaging and informative text allows readers to decide for themselves if a fish is the right pet for them and introduces them to different kinds of fish they could keep as a pet. Fact boxes and graphic organizers provide additional information, full-color photographs make this a vibrant reading experience, and an activity allows readers to explore this topic in a hands-on way.

Cats are cute pets that need a lot of love and care to thrive. What food should they eat? What toys do they like? How can you keep them healthy? The answers to these questions and more are found in this detailed guide to pet ownership. Readers are able to decide for themselves if a cat is the right pet for them after exploring the age-appropriate text, fact boxes, and graphic organizers. They also discover fun facts about different breeds, along with colorful photographs. There's even a fun activity that teaches readers to make something for their pet cat.