Creatures We Can't Live Without

People often take plants for granted. From the smallest flowers to the tallest trees, plants are responsible for giving us food, oxygen, and other natural resources. Readers will learn about different kinds of plants, as well as plant parts, where certain kinds grow, and how we benefit from them. This book also highlights the different ways plants are at risk as the modern world encroaches on nature. Readers are sure to love the brilliant color photographs that bring these plants to life. Accessible and engaging text is supplemented by "Creature Clue" fact boxes and a graphic organizer to give the reader a dynamic and memorable reading experience.

Worms-ew! Most people find these slimy dirt-dwellers to be disgusting, but this book teaches readers how worms do essential jobs. Readers will learn about worm anatomy, habitat, and behavior, as well as the way they help soil decompose and all the benefits that come from the healthy soil they make. Information-rich text will engage readers as "Creature Clue" fact boxes deepen the reader's understanding of worms and their importance to people. A graphic organizer and eye-catching photographs help readers visualize the world of worms and make for an unforgettable learning experience.

Many people are quick to run from bees or swat them, afraid they'll sting, but this book will teach readers that honeybees are actually hardworking and beneficial to their ecosystems. Readers will love discovering fun facts about honeybees, including their anatomy, how they live, and what they do to help us. Readers will also learn about the dangers honeybees face and how humans can help them. This high-interest read will hook readers with its color photographs and engaging yet accessible text. A graphic organizer and "Creature Clue" fact boxes will deepen the reader's understanding of the topic.

Bacteria-yuck! The thought of bacteria may make people squirm, but this book will introduce readers to bacteria's many benefits. Readers will learn what bacteria are and where they're found, as well as the different kinds that exist. This book focuses on how bacteria help us, from the bacteria working for our digestive system to the bacteria that decompose organic material in soil. Readers will love the information-rich text and corresponding visuals, which effectively magnify these microorganisms to make the topic accessible to young readers. "Creature Clue" fact boxes and a graphic organizer supplement the text to give the reader an engaging and dynamic reading experience.

Bats-eek! Many people are afraid of these swooping nighttime flyers, but this book reverses that reputation to show readers how important bats really are. Readers will learn about different kinds of bats, including their anatomy, habitat, and behavior. The book will focus on the ways bats help us, from eating disease-carrying mosquitos to pollinating plants. Color photographs bring these beneficial bats to life, as readers learn about how bats are in danger and how humans can help. "Creature Clue" fact boxes and a graphic organizer supplement the main text to give readers a well-rounded learning experience.

Readers may not know it yet, but spiders are creepy crawling critters that actually benefit humans. This book will introduce readers to fascinating facts about spider anatomy, habitat, and behavior. Readers will also learn the amazing benefits of spiders, including the way they eat pests and spin strong and useful webs. Colorful visuals are paired with engaging text to help readers gain a clear understanding of the topic. "Creature Clue" fact boxes and a graphic organizer add to the text and provide the reader with a dynamic and well-rounded reading experience.