Giant Anteaters
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Giant anteaters are large mammals. They make their homes across Central and South America. In this leveled text, readers are introduced to giant anteaters and the threats they face. Special features highlight the animal's range and life span, show their importance in their ecosystem, and highlight some of the threats that giant anteaters face.
Tasmanian Devils
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Tasmanian devils are feisty marsupials. But they still face many challenges. Leveled text and informative photos highlight these challenges for readers and show off the actions being done to save Tasmanian devils. Special features show the status and life span of Tasmanian devils, highlight their geographic range, and more.
Rhinoceroses
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Rhinoceroses face many threats. What is being done to help them? Leveled text and vibrant photos teach readers about the dangers these animals face and what people are doing to help. Special features highlight the range, status, and life span of rhinos. Other features provide a visual representation of the threats facing rhinos as well as the importance of rhinos in their ecosystem.
Rhinoceroses
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Rhinoceroses face many threats. What is being done to help them? Leveled text and vibrant photos teach readers about the dangers these animals face and what people are doing to help. Special features highlight the range, status, and life span of rhinos. Other features provide a visual representation of the threats facing rhinos as well as the importance of rhinos in their ecosystem.
Tasmanian Devils
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Tasmanian devils are feisty marsupials. But they still face many challenges. Leveled text and informative photos highlight these challenges for readers and show off the actions being done to save Tasmanian devils. Special features show the status and life span of Tasmanian devils, highlight their geographic range, and more.
Giant Anteaters
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Giant anteaters are large mammals. They make their homes across Central and South America. In this leveled text, readers are introduced to giant anteaters and the threats they face. Special features highlight the animal's range and life span, show their importance in their ecosystem, and highlight some of the threats that giant anteaters face.
Red Pandas
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Red pandas are furry mammals with dark red markings on their faces. But these adorable animals are at risk. In this leveled text, readers learn about the threats that red pandas face. Special features map their range, show off their importance to their ecosystem, and highlight the threats they face. Vibrant photos bring both the pandas and their homes to life on the page!
Monarch Butterflies
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Monarch butterflies make long migrations. These orange and black butterflies can travel thousands of miles in one trip! But monarchs face many threats. Leveled text and vibrant photos bring the butterflies to life on the page in this title for young readers. Special features highlight the home range and life span of the butterflies, show the importance of monarchs in their ecosystems, and highlight some of the threats that monarchs face.
Axolotls
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Axolotls are amphibians famous for their smile. But their habitat is in danger! This leveled text will introduce readers to this unique species as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring these animals to life on the page, and features teach readers about the importance of axolotls as well as some of the threats facing the animals.
Tapirs
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Tapirs are mammals with short, bendable trunks. These animals face many threats from humans. In this leveled text, readers will learn about ways to help tapirs survive. Special features highlight the range of these animals, the importance they have in their ecosystems, and the impacts that humans have on them. Vibrant photos bring tapirs to life on the page in this fact-filled book!
Monarch Butterflies
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Monarch butterflies make long migrations. These orange and black butterflies can travel thousands of miles in one trip! But monarchs face many threats. Leveled text and vibrant photos bring the butterflies to life on the page in this title for young readers. Special features highlight the home range and life span of the butterflies, show the importance of monarchs in their ecosystems, and highlight some of the threats that monarchs face.
Giant Tortoises
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Giant tortoises face many challenges. How can humans help them? In this title, leveled text and informative photos illustrate the challenges that giant tortoises face and how humans are able to help them survive. Cause and effect features show what is behind the threat to the animal and what the world would be like without them, while other features highlight the range, status, and life span of the tortoise.
Black-footed Ferrets
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Black-footed ferrets tunnel underneath the Great Plains. But these animals were once thought to be extinct. Leveled text and vibrant images teach readers about the struggles of this animal as well as the ways that humans are trying to bring them back. A map feature highlights the animal's range, while other features show off its conservation status and life span, introduce the causes of the threat to the animal, and showcase its importance to the environment.
Gorillas in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Anyone who looks into the eyes of a gorilla or who observes its interaction with other primates can detect its almost-human intelligence. These close relatives of ours are in great danger of extinction. Gorillas' homes in central Africa are being threatened by hunting, deforestation, and disease. This book imparts the very important message that our activities are harming them as a species. Fact boxes, graphic organizers, and bright photographs support the inspirational narrative. Series Review: Animals at Risk"...With the specific focus on threats to the animals' survival, each of these titles provides a good introduction to the reasons they are endangered. The large, colorful photographs will immediately draw attention to these titles... The clear, easy-to-understand language presents a difficult topic in a child-friendly manner."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Animals at Risk"This series packs a punch with up-close photos and wild facts, providing compelling information about the animal's features. Students will also find out how they can help these endangered animals … . Each book takes a closer look at the comparisons of species, their population, and geographic location in easy-to-read graph format."-Library Media Connection
Snowy Owls
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Snowy owls silently fly over their Arctic homes. But those homes face many threats that put the owls at risk. In this title, leveled text helps readers learn about the impact that human activity has on snowy owls. Special features highlight the owls' range and life span, show their importance to their ecosystem, and note the threats that snowy owls face. Vibrant photos bring the owls to life on the page!
Snow Leopards
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Snow leopards are rare cats. They seem to vanish into their snowy homes. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the challenges facing snow leopards and what is being done to help them. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring these cats to life on the page. Special features highlight the importance of snow leopards in their ecosystem, show their range, and more!
Snow Leopards
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Snow leopards are rare cats. They seem to vanish into their snowy homes. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the challenges facing snow leopards and what is being done to help them. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring these cats to life on the page. Special features highlight the importance of snow leopards in their ecosystem, show their range, and more!
Giant Tortoises
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Giant tortoises face many challenges. How can humans help them? In this title, leveled text and informative photos illustrate the challenges that giant tortoises face and how humans are able to help them survive. Cause and effect features show what is behind the threat to the animal and what the world would be like without them, while other features highlight the range, status, and life span of the tortoise.
Blue Whales
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Blue whales are the largest animals in the world. But even these gentle giants face danger from humans. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats facing blue whales as well as some of the ways that people are trying to save them from extinction. Visual features highlight the factors leading to the decline of blue whales and show the environmental benefits of the whale. Other features highlight the range, life span, and status of blue whales.
Elephants
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Elephants are huge animals! But, despite their size, elephants are under threat. This title introduces young readers to the human activities that impact elephants' survival and the protections in place to help them. Leveled text and crisp photos introduce the main points, while special features highlight cause and effect, the elephant's conservation status, and the impact that elephants have on the world. Readers will find new appreciation for these gentle giants!
Mountain Gorillas at Risk
Saving These Great Apes
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Mountain gorillas have characteristics that protect them from predators, from their intelligence and thick skin to their tendency to live in groups. But these great apes are endangered. Habitat loss, poaching, and disease are causing more and more of them to die. Readers will learn why mountain gorillas are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Hammerhead Sharks at Risk
Saving These Unusual Predators
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Hammerhead sharks have skills and body parts that keep them safe from predators, from their hunting abilities to their sharp teeth. But these unusual sharks are endangered. Because of overfishing and climate change, more hammerheads are dying than are being born. Readers will learn why hammerhead sharks are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Snowy Owls
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Snowy owls silently fly over their Arctic homes. But those homes face many threats that put the owls at risk. In this title, leveled text helps readers learn about the impact that human activity has on snowy owls. Special features highlight the owls' range and life span, show their importance to their ecosystem, and note the threats that snowy owls face. Vibrant photos bring the owls to life on the page!
African Elephants at Risk
Saving These Majestic Mammals
Part of the Animals at Risk series
African elephants have behaviors and features that keep them safe from predators, from the herds they live in to their large size. But these elephants are endangered. Because of humans, their habitat is shrinking, and climate change is hurting their food supply and their health. Human hunters are also putting these creatures at risk. Readers will learn why African elephants are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Komodo Dragons
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Komodo dragons are the largest lizards in the world. But these apex predators face many challenges, and today they are endangered. In this title, leveled text will teach readers about the threats the lizards face while vibrant photos bring the Komodo dragons to life on the page. Special features highlight the importance of Komodo dragons in their ecosystem, provide a map of their range, and give a visual aid to show the impacts of humans on the dragons. Together, we can save Komodo dragons!
Caribou
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Caribou are also known as reindeer. Their snowy Arctic homes are in danger. This leveled text will introduce readers to challenges that these deer face as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring both caribou and their homes to life on the page. Special features map the animal's range, highlight how caribou help their ecosystem, and show some of the threats facing the deer.
Manatees
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Manatees are large herbivores. They graze on sea grasses as they swim in shallow waters. But manatees are in danger. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats facing these gentle animals. Special features map their range, show their importance in the ecosystem, and highlight the threats that manatees face. Vibrant photos bring both the animals and their homes to life on the page!
Sea Turtles in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Sea turtles swim thousands of miles each year to lay eggs on the same beach where they themselves once hatched. Despite such tenacity, these reptiles face difficult odds to survive. In this book, readers will discover the many dangers facing sea turtles, including fishing, predators, and pollution. They'll also learn of efforts to diminish these threats and what they can do to help. Vibrant photographs of these beautiful creatures emphasize their fascinating lives and behaviors. Series Review: Animals at Risk"...With the specific focus on threats to the animals' survival, each of these titles provides a good introduction to the reasons they are endangered. The large, colorful photographs will immediately draw attention to these titles... The clear, easy-to-understand language presents a difficult topic in a child-friendly manner."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Animals at Risk"This series packs a punch with up-close photos and wild facts, providing compelling information about the animal's features. Students will also find out how they can help these endangered animals … . Each book takes a closer look at the comparisons of species, their population, and geographic location in easy-to-read graph format."-Library Media Connection
California Condors
Part of the Animals at Risk series
California condors are the largest birds in North America. But these birds are critically endangered. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats to these animals as well as some of the efforts underway to save them. Special features include a range map, a breakdown of the importance of California condors, and a profile of their status and lifespan. Vibrant photos bring these giant birds to life in this engaging title!
Caribou
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Caribou are also known as reindeer. Their snowy Arctic homes are in danger. This leveled text will introduce readers to challenges that these deer face as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring both caribou and their homes to life on the page. Special features map the animal's range, highlight how caribou help their ecosystem, and show some of the threats facing the deer.
Pandas in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Cute and playful creatures, pandas are one of the most beloved animals in the world. The only wild pandas live deep in the forests of China. That country's growing population is a great threat to the small number of remaining pandas. Deforestation, food shortages, and illegal hunting all play roles in endangering pandas today. Readers will learn about pandas, cubs, and what they need to survive in their habitats through a thoughtful narrative supported by fact boxes and graphic organizers. Colorful photographs reveal the beauty of the unique creatures that desperately need our help. Series Review: Animals at Risk"...With the specific focus on threats to the animals' survival, each of these titles provides a good introduction to the reasons they are endangered. The large, colorful photographs will immediately draw attention to these titles... The clear, easy-to-understand language presents a difficult topic in a child-friendly manner."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Animals at Risk"This series packs a punch with up-close photos and wild facts, providing compelling information about the animal's features. Students will also find out how they can help these endangered animals … . Each book takes a closer look at the comparisons of species, their population, and geographic location in easy-to-read graph format."-Library Media Connection
Macaws at Risk
Saving These Colorful Birds
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Macaws have traits and abilities that keep them safe from predators, from their flight speed to their sharp, strong beaks. But these colorful parrots are endangered. Trapping, poaching, and habitat loss are a few reasons that macaws are dying faster than they're being born. Readers will explore the dangers putting macaws at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Sumatran Tigers at Risk
Saving These Fierce Big Cats
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Sumatran tigers have characteristics that protect them from predators, from their teeth and claws to their camouflage fur. But these big cats are endangered. Hunting and a shrinking habitat are two reasons their population is shrinking. Readers will learn why Sumatran tigers are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Tasmanian Devils in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Though many people are familiar with the cantankerous cartoon character, few people know much about the real-life Tasmanian devil. Tasmanian devils are found only on an island south of Australia. Though they are grouchy and feisty, they'd rather make a lot of noise than fight. Unfortunately, there is nothing comical about the current situation of this increasingly rare marsupial. After being hunted almost to extinction, the remaining population has been decimated by disease. Readers will learn what is being done to save the Tasmanian devils, and will grow a lasting appreciation for this unique animal. Series Review: Animals at Risk"...With the specific focus on threats to the animals' survival, each of these titles provides a good introduction to the reasons they are endangered. The large, colorful photographs will immediately draw attention to these titles... The clear, easy-to-understand language presents a difficult topic in a child-friendly manner."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Animals at Risk"This series packs a punch with up-close photos and wild facts, providing compelling information about the animal's features. Students will also find out how they can help these endangered animals … . Each book takes a closer look at the comparisons of species, their population, and geographic location in easy-to-read graph format."-Library Media Connection
Sea Turtles
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Some sea turtles swim thousands of miles each year! These creatures are resilient, but their survival is at risk. In this low-level title, leveled text and crisp photos help young readers learn about the threats that sea turtles face, and the ways humans are working to protect the turtles. Special features map where the turtles live, introduce cause and effect, and explore how sea turtles are important to the ocean ecosystem.
Wolves in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
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.
Orangutans
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Orangutans are under threat from deforestation and climate change. How can people help? Through leveled text and crisp photos, this title tells readers about the threats that orangutans face and ways that humans are trying to help them survive. Special features provide detail by highlighting cause and effect, mapping where the animals live, and showing why orangutans are important to their ecosystem.
Giant Pandas
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Giant pandas are known for their love of bamboo. But, bamboo forests are often cut down by humans, causing giant pandas to lose their habitats. In this title, leveled text and crisp images introduce the threats that giant pandas face and how humans can help. Special features show off the pandas' range and conservation status, introduce cause and effect, and highlight giant pandas' impact on the environment.
Manatees
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Manatees are large herbivores. They graze on sea grasses as they swim in shallow waters. But manatees are in danger. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats facing these gentle animals. Special features map their range, show their importance in the ecosystem, and highlight the threats that manatees face. Vibrant photos bring both the animals and their homes to life on the page!
Black-footed Ferrets
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Black-footed ferrets tunnel underneath the Great Plains. But these animals were once thought to be extinct. Leveled text and vibrant images teach readers about the struggles of this animal as well as the ways that humans are trying to bring them back. A map feature highlights the animal's range, while other features show off its conservation status and life span, introduce the causes of the threat to the animal, and showcase its importance to the environment.
Whales in Danger
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Graceful, powerful, and awesome in size, whales are breathtaking animals. About 50 humans could fit on a blue whale's tongue. These mammals roam the open seas searching for enough food to sustain their gigantic bodies. Whales have been a source of food and fuel for thousands of years, but we rely upon them so much that their survival has become a concern. Even with strict anti-whaling laws on many waters, some species of whales are in serious danger. While looking at extraordinary color photographs, readers will imagine they hear the majestic song of these cetacean giants as they explore their undersea lives. Series Review: Animals at Risk"...With the specific focus on threats to the animals' survival, each of these titles provides a good introduction to the reasons they are endangered. The large, colorful photographs will immediately draw attention to these titles... The clear, easy-to-understand language presents a difficult topic in a child-friendly manner."-School Library JournalSeries Review: Animals at Risk"This series packs a punch with up-close photos and wild facts, providing compelling information about the animal's features. Students will also find out how they can help these endangered animals … . Each book takes a closer look at the comparisons of species, their population, and geographic location in easy-to-read graph format."-Library Media Connection
Cheetahs
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Cheetahs are the fastest animals on land. But they face many dangers. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the ways in which people are helping this animal overcome its threats. Features highlight the causes of the threat facing cheetahs, show the benefits that cheetahs provide to the environment, and highlight the range, life span, and status of these speedy cats.
Pangolins at Risk
Saving These Armored Animals
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Pangolins have characteristics that protect them from predators, from their scaly skin to their ability to roll into a ball. But these armored mammals are endangered. Hunting, severe weather, and habitat loss are a few reasons pangolins are dying faster than they're being born. Readers will learn why pangolins are at risk, what it means to be endangered, and how people can help. Each title includes activities and trivia questions to help readers connect with the content.
Tigers
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Tigers are at the top of the food chain. But, these big cats are threatened by hunting and habitat loss. This title for young readers explores the threats faced by tigers and offers ideas for how humans can prevent tigers' extinction. Leveled text and crisp photos combine with special features that map where tigers live, introduce cause and effect, and highlight why the survival of tigers matters.
Red Pandas
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Red pandas are furry mammals with dark red markings on their faces. But these adorable animals are at risk. In this leveled text, readers learn about the threats that red pandas face. Special features map their range, show off their importance to their ecosystem, and highlight the threats they face. Vibrant photos bring both the pandas and their homes to life on the page!
Axolotls
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Axolotls are amphibians famous for their smile. But their habitat is in danger! This leveled text will introduce readers to this unique species as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring these animals to life on the page, and features teach readers about the importance of axolotls as well as some of the threats facing the animals.
African Wild Dogs
Part of the Animals at Risk series
African wild dogs are known for their colorful fur. They are sometimes called painted dogs. But these dogs are endangered. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the challenges facing wild dogs as well as some of the ways to help them. Vibrant photos bring the animals to life on the page, and special features highlight the wild dogs' range, their importance to the ecosystem, and the impacts that humans have on them.
Blue Whales
Part of the Animals at Risk series
Blue whales are the largest animals in the world. But even these gentle giants face danger from humans. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats facing blue whales as well as some of the ways that people are trying to save them from extinction. Visual features highlight the factors leading to the decline of blue whales and show the environmental benefits of the whale. Other features highlight the range, life span, and status of blue whales.