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Cómo evitar un desastre climático: Las soluciones que ya tenemos y los avances que aún necesitamos
by Bill GatesEn este libro tan necesario y riguroso, Bill Gates expone un plan amplio, funcional y, sobre todo, asequible, para reducir a cero las emisiones de los gases causantes del efecto invernadero y evitar a tiempo una catástrofe medioambiental. Bill Gates ha dedicado una década a investigar el cambio climático. Con la orientación de expertos en física, química, biología, ingeniería, ciencias políticas y finanzas, se ha centrado en determinar qué medidas debemos tomar para detener la carrera del planeta hacia un desastre ambiental irreversible. En este libro, el autor no solo reúne la información básica para que tomemos conciencia de la necesidad de eliminar las emisiones de los gases causantes del efecto invernadero, sino que también explica qué debemos hacer para alcanzar este objetivo tan importante. Gates nos ofrece una descripción lúcida de los desafíos a los que nos enfrentamos. Aprovechando sus conocimientos en innovación y en lo que supone introducir nuevos conceptos en el mercado, nos detalla cuáles son los campos en los que la tecnología ya está ayudando a reducir las emisiones, cómo y cuándo se logrará que la tecnología actual sea más eficaz, dónde necesitamos dichos avances y quiénes están trabajando en estas mejoras tan necesarias. Por último, traza un plan práctico y específico para llegar a las cero emisiones, tanto con políticas gubernamentales como a título personal, implicando así a gobiernos, a empresas y a nosotros mismos en esta crucial misión. Como advierte Bill Gates, cumplir el objetivo de las cero emisiones no será una tarea sencilla, pero sí está a nuestro alcance si seguimos sus pautas.
Cómo funciona el mundo: Una guía científica de nuestro pasado, presente y futuro
by Vaclav SmilUnsinceroy revelador análisis de las posibilidades energéticas de nuestro futuro.«Sitepreocupael futuro y te enfurece que no se esté haciendo suficiente al respecto, por favor, lee este libro».Paul CollierVaclav Smil lleva cincuenta años estudiando las posibilidades que tenemos a nuestro alcance para garantizar el futuro energético de nuestro planeta. Debido a la complejidad de las interacciones que mueven el mundo, la atomización del conocimiento y la volatilidadde la información es muy difícil anticipar con exactitud qué ocurrirá. Por eso es necesario ceñirse a los datos y a los límites quenos ofrece la ciencia,así como poner la atención en los escenarios más cercanos y menos idealistas para encarar los retos actuales de manera eficaz.Así pues, este libro aborda temas tan importantes como la improbable y difícil tarea de descarbonizar el planeta, en parte por la estrecharelación entre la producción de alimentos y los combustibles fósiles, pero también destapa realidades incómodas, como ladependenciade las economías modernas respecto de la alta producción de amoníaco, metal, cemento y plástico. Además, examina de qué formael calentamiento global puede afectar a nuestras necesidades básicas para sobreviviry anima a reevaluar los riesgos que hemos subestimado o exagerado a lo largo de los años para aprender a vivir más y mejor.Cómo funciona el mundo es literalmente un libro sobre cómo funciona el mundo. Por su estructura y clarividencia, sirve como unaguía interdisciplinaria que evita a toda costa dar eco a las posturas extremas y propone una respuesta objetiva, científica yrazonadaa todos los titulares que nos generan ansiedad: la crisis climática, la crisis energética, la crisis de materias primas, laglobalizacióny el futuro de nuestra civilización. El resultado es un poderoso ensayo que combina los más recientes descubrimientoscientíficos y el trabajo de quien ha investigado a lo largo de medio siglo los retos energéticos a los que nos enfrentamos. La crítica ha dicho:«Puedes estar o no de acuerdo con Smil; aceptar o desconfiar de su “solo los hechos”; pero no deberías ignorarlo».The Washington Post«Una guía en nuestra lucha contra el cambio climático que combina un análisis brutal y realista del presente y la confianza en la capacidad de los seres humanos para cambiar el futuro. Muy instructivo y revelador en muchos sentidos».Ha-Joon Chang, autor de 23 cosas que no te cuentan sobre el capitalismo«Cómofuncionael mundo cumple plenamente la promesa de su título. Es difícil formular un elogio mayor».Simon Ings, New Scientist«No soy ni pesimista ni optimista; soy un científico, escribe Smil en la introducción con la típica valentía Smiliana. De hecho, es más bien un numerista, un erudito con un don para triturar datos complejos con rigor y reducirlos a agradables bocados de información».Financial Times«Un maestro del análisis estadístico».The Guardian
D Is for Desert: An ABC Desert Primer
by Ashley Marie MirelesA is for armadillo B is for bedrock C is for cactus . . . With E for erosion, I for iguana, and P for prickly pear, going from A to Z has never been more fun in the sun! Take an alphabetized trip through the dunes and discover the plants, animals, and weather patterns that make the deserts of the world so amazing!
DESERT TERROIR: Exploring the Unique Flavors and Sundry Places of the Borderlands (Ellen and Edward Randall Series)
by Gary Paul NabhanWhy does food taste better when you know where it comes from? Because history-ecological, cultural, even personal-flavors every bite we eat. Whether it's the volatile chemical compounds that a plant absorbs from the soil or the stories and memories of places that are evoked by taste, layers of flavor await those willing to delve into the roots of real food. In this landmark book, Gary Paul Nabhan takes us on a personal trip into the southwestern borderlands to discover the terroir-the "taste of the place"-that makes this desert so delicious. To savor the terroir of the borderlands, Nabhan presents a cornucopia of local foods-Mexican oregano, mesquite-flour tortillas, grass-fed beef, the popular Mexican dessert capirotada, and corvina (croaker or drum fish) among them-as well as food experiences that range from the foraging of Cabeza de Vaca and his shipwrecked companions to a modern-day camping expedition on the Rio Grande. Nabhan explores everything from the biochemical agents that create taste in these foods to their history and dispersion around the world. Through his field adventures and humorous stories, we learn why Mexican oregano is most potent when gathered at the most arid margins of its range-and why foods found in the remote regions of the borderlands have surprising connections to foods found by his ancestors in the deserts of the Mediterranean and the Middle East. By the end of his movable feast, Nabhan convinces us that the roots of this fascinating terroir must be anchored in our imaginations as well as in our shifting soils.
DIY Mushroom Cultivation: Growing Mushrooms at Home for Food, Medicine, and Soil (Homegrown City Life)
by Willoughby Arevalo"Offering clear and comprehensive instructions for low-tech growing for a range of budgets, interests, and scales, this book offers practical inspiration and a sense that "hey, I can do this!" –— DANIELLE STEVENSON, owner, DIY FungiDIY Mushroom Cultivation is full of proven, reliable, low-cost techniques for home-scale cultivation that eliminate the need for a clean-air lab space to grow various mushrooms and their mycelium.Beautiful full-color photos and step-by-step instructions accompany a foundation of mushroom biology and ecology to support a holistic understanding of the practice. Growing techniques are applicable year-round, for any space from house to apartment, and for any climate, budget, or goal. Techniques include:Setting up a home growing spaceInexpensive, simple DIY equipmentCulture creation from mushroom tissue or sporesGrowing and using liquid cultures and grain spawnGrowing mushrooms on waste streams Indoor fruitingOutdoor mushroom gardens and logsHarvesting, processing, tinctures, and cooking.Whether you hunt mushrooms or dream about growing and working with them but feel constrained by a small living space, DIY Mushroom Cultivation is the ideal guide for getting started in the fascinating and delicious world of fungiculture.
DIY Succulents: From Placecards to Wreaths, 35+ Ideas for Creative Projects with Succulents
by Tawni DaigleAs featured in The Washington Post Dig into dozens of stunning succulent creations!Go beyond the garden to create succulent projects that take center stage in any space. DIY Succulents shows you how to use beautiful and resilient plants like echeveria, sedum, and graptopetalum to craft nature-inspired home decor like rustic tabletop centerpieces and breathtaking wall art. Each page offers details on selecting the right plants and containers for the project, assembling a gorgeous arrangement, and maintaining the garden as it grows. With step-by-step instructions, gardening tips, and dozens of ideas to choose from, anyone can create imaginative succulent crafts like:Living WreathBirch Log PlanterTerrarium NecklaceTopiary BallComplete with photos and plenty of inspiration, DIY Succulents will help you add creativity, color, and personality to every room in your home.
DIY for Witches: Make 22 Objects for Daily Magical Practice
by Marine Nina Denis Flora DenisWitches and wizards begin your magical journey! Welcome to the world of witchcraft! When you practice magic, you must surround yourself with essential objects that will accompany you in everyday life, as well as in your work and rituals. The most effective tools will be those that you take the time to lovingly craft and truly bond with, right from the start. Create 22 magical objects to make for ritual, divination, at home, and on the go. These are easy-to-make tools you’ll turn to again and again in your magic works and your rituals from magic candles and fumigation sticks to runes and oracles and much more. Start practicing witchcraft with this step-by-step introduction that lovingly introduces the craft Create 22 magical objects for ritual, divination, at home, and on the go Includes resources on pagan festivals for rituals, list of magical powers of plants, the meaning of colors, magic signs and symbols, and moon phases
DK Adventures: Antarctic Expedition (DK Adventures)
by DKExperience the harsh conditions of this polar landscape, discover how researchers survive, and find out about the intrepid explorers from the past who have set out to reach the South Pole.DK Adventures is a nonfiction series for kids ages 8-11 featuring visually rich theme spreads, and fascinating facts that help kids build their skills in vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking while developing a love of reading. Designed to keep interest high, build knowledge, and enrich the reading experience with fascinating background information, each title in the DK Adventures series is filled with information yet eminently accessible, and available in a wide range of kid-favorite topics including rain forests, animals, rocks, and shipwrecks.
DK Adventures: Awesome Rocks (DK Adventures)
by Katy LennonLook up close at rocks, minerals and sparkling gems to unravel the clues to classify and identify them. Find out how they were formed, where in the world they're found and how to start your own rock collection.DK Adventures is a nonfiction series for kids ages 8-11 featuring visually rich theme spreads, and fascinating facts that help kids build their skills in vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking while developing a love of reading. Designed to keep interest high, build knowledge, and enrich the reading experience with fascinating background information, each title in the DK Adventures series is filled with information yet eminently accessible, and available in a wide range of kid-favorite topics including rain forests, animals, rocks, and shipwrecks.
DK Adventures: In the Shadow of the Volcano (DK Adventures)
by Caryn JennerIn a modern-day adventure of an eruption of Mount Vesuvius, a volcanologist and her son are caught up in the drama as the volcano re-awakens. The mayor is reluctant to cancel the village festival despite her warnings of an imminent eruption. Will he and the other villagers escape in time, before the explosive volcano wreaks havoc? Find out in DK Adventures: In the Shadow of the Volcano. DK Adventures are an innovative mix of narrative and nonfiction for kids ages 8-11 featuring engaging, action-packed stories that help kids build their skills in vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and critical thinking while developing a love of reading. With diaries, recipes, poetry, instructions, graphics, or songs, the genre spreads in each DK Adventures title enhance the story and reinforce curriculum learning, while the expansive range of entertaining nonfiction subjects will appeal to boys and girls everywhere. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
DK Adventures: Jungle Adventures (DK Adventures)
by Katy LennonIs your child interested in surviving in the jungle and learning about jungle animals? DK Adventures: Jungle Adventures is the perfect book for learning more about the jungle! This book combines story and visual elements to appeal to both avid readers and visual learners. With the jungle facts and adventures story in DK Adventures: Jungle Adventure, kids might not realize they're learning at all! In DK Adventures: Jungle Adventure, we join Charlotte and a team of scientists on an expedition to explore Cambodia's wildlife. Learn how to survive and how to find animals in the jungle. Experience the mosquitoes, snakes, and torrential rain of the rainforest, and join the team as they encounter frogs, monkeys, and even a tiger! Kids will be excited about discovering the elusive Siamese crocodile, and will be eager to see if Charlotte can overcome her fear of camping. DK Adventures is a book series that reluctant readers can enjoy as much as bookworms do! This series combines captivating, fictional stories with nonfiction facts to encourage learning and engagement in your child. The stories keep children interested, and the facts teach critical skills and knowledge — the fiction and nonfiction elements work together to keep each child's interest high, to build knowledge, and to enrich the narrative reading experience with fascinating background information. These books are filled with information, but the stories make them incredibly readable. DK Adventures are available in a range of kid-friendly topics, including dinosaurs, cars, and the human body, and each book supports Common Core State Standards and literacy skills.
DK Eyewitness National Parks of the USA (Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessGet closer to USA's National Parks with DK EyewitnessA night spent stargazing in Joshua Tree. Standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon. Wildlife spotting from an airboat in the Everglades. With 63 national parks to explore, the USA offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whether you plan to visit them all, or choose a few favourites, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion.This new, first edition brings the parks to life, transporting you to each one like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed maps, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which explain the parks' unique geology.You'll discover:Our pick of the top experiences to have in the national parksBeautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of the parksThe best spots to eat, drink, shop and stayDetailed maps and tours which make navigating the parks easyEasy-to-follow itinerariesExpert advice: get ready, get around and stay safeA lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goSpending more time in the USA? Try DK Eyewitness USA.DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks (Travel Guide)
by DK EyewitnessEmbark on an outdoor adventure across the Southwest USA and its many varied and wonderful National Parks!Whether you want to unleash your inner cowboy on the ranches in Utah, take in the truly spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, or test your luck in the casinos of Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience it all!Inside the pages of this Southwest USA and National Parks travel guide, you&’ll discover: • Our pick of Southwest USA&’s must-sees, top experiences, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay • Detailed maps and walks make navigating the cities and towns easy • Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip • Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around and stay safe • Color-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Southern Arizona to Southern Utah, Albuquerque, and Southern New Mexico • Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable Find a little something for everyone down SouthIt&’s time to tick the Southwest USA off your bucket list! This updated travel guide brings this beautiful region to life, transporting you there in spectacular fashion! It&’s packed with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights. Stunning photographs and hand-drawn illustrations will take you through the iconic landscapes and cities of this beautiful corner of the USA.Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. As rich in history and culture as natural beauty, the region's cities offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage.DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks have been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.Don&’t stop exploring - discover even more guides!For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent advice, recommendations, and reviews. Discover guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe.Gold Award: Wanderlust Reader Travel Award 2020 in the Top Guidebook Series category.
DK Life Stories: Jane Goodall (DK Life Stories)
by Libby RomeroIn this kids' biography, discover the inspiring story of Jane Goodall, whose work with chimpanzees changed the way we understand animals and ourselves. Jane Goodall was a pioneer of primatology through her groundbreaking with chimpanzees in Africa. When she embarked on her career, women were discouraged from conducting scientific research, especially when that work meant living side by side with wild animals. Jane was a self-taught scientist, who bravely ventured out into the bush of Tanzania to discover the secret world of chimpanzees. Through perseverance and perceptive observation, she gained access to these elusive creatures and discovered that they are not so different from us. This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series every teacher and librarian will want to collect. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.
DK Reader Level 2: Packed With Facts You Need To Read! (DK Readers Level 2)
by Caryn JennerA colorful rainforest adventure awaits! You&’ll meet the many wild and even endangered animals that call the rainforest their home.Did you know that jaguars can live 12-15 years in the wild, and that a toucan's beak looks heavy but is actually hollow and light? Discover many more fascinating facts about rainforest animals in this children&’s nature book!This Level 2 reader book is perfect for children ages 5-7 who are developing their reading skills, and are fascinated by animals and the rainforest. Inside, you&’ll find: • Amazing photographs that break up the text for young readers who are still building their confidence. • Labeled pictures that build a child&’s experience of reading different non-fiction genres. • Fun quizzes that support comprehension skills. Packed with incredible creatures, this rainforest animal book will make reading fun and engaging for children! From chirping birds and croaking frogs to fearsome bears and prowling tigers, they will learn about all the amazing animals of the rainforest! Fun facts are paired with incredible images, providing an ideal balance of words and pictures for young readers. Developed in consultation with leading literacy experts, this animal encyclopedia for children is perfect for helping build general knowledge at the same time as learning to read. It also introduces them to climate change and promotes awareness of the environment. With engaging topics and fun, interactive pages, this four-level series of children&’s educational books from DK will help build a lifelong love of reading. It covers a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they become confident readers. More titles include Reader Level 2 Hello Hedgehog, Reader Level 3 I&’m an Activist, and Reader Level 3 Sporting Greats.
DK Readers L3: Rain Forest Explorer (DK Readers Level 3)
by Rupert MatthewsIn this Level 3 DK Reader follow the blog of an adventurous young explorer through the Amazon to her Uncle's rain forest research station. In Rain Forest Explorer children able to read on their own can follow her trip along the Rio Blanco river where she goes jaguar tracking, joins tribal villagers for a feast after hunting, and discovers an ancient site. DK Readers is a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With nine new exciting titles to choose from this season, kid's ages 4-10 will find the perfect book at their appropriate reading level to help with school projects or independent reading. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
DK Readers L4: See the World's Most Spectacular Places! (DK Readers Level 4)
by Jen GreenHow do waterfalls form? How long is the Nile River? Who led the first expedition on Mount Everest?Discover the earth's most amazing natural wonders in Big Fantastic Earth!Explore the highest peak of Mount Kilimanjaro to the deep grooves of the Grand Canyon, and discover how the incredible landscapes around the world were formed. Big Fantastic Earth takes readers on an exciting journey around the world's incredible natural architecture.Perfect for 9–11 year olds reading independently, reading becomes a fact-discovering adventure with these Level 4 readers. Supporting and encouraging a lifetime love of reading, nonfiction subjects are clearly explained, described vividly, and brought to life with true encounters, fascinating statistics, and dramatic photographic images. Additional information spreads are full of extra fun facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as articles, journals, and timelines.Lexile measure: 800 Fountas and Pinnell Text Level Gradient: OTrusted by parents, teachers, and librarians, and loved by kids, DK's leveled reading series is now revised and updated. With shiny new jackets and brand new nonfiction narrative content on the topics kids love, each book is written and reviewed by literacy experts, and contains a glossary and index making them the perfect choice for helping develop strong reading habits for kids ages 3–11.
DK SUPER PLANET Essential Ecosystems (DK Super Planet)
by DKJourney around the world to discover the rich and diverse ecosystems that make up our beautiful planet in this learn-to-read series.DK Super Planet Essential Ecosystems is part of the new DK Super Planet series and encourages children aged 7-11 to explore the fascinating environments on our planet.Captivating and curriculum-aligned, this book is the perfect support for learning about the wonders of our planet. It covers core scientific content, including tropical rainforests, hot and cold deserts, and savannas.This learn-to-read book for children offers:A guide to reading through curriculum-aligned content and exciting illustrations.A highly visual approach that makes the association between words and where they originate easier to understand.Material to help children become more confident readers, speakers, and spellers. Transform learning into an adventure with DK Super Planet, bringing science to life on every page. Engaging content, diagrams, and hands-on experiments provide an immersive learning experience while covering core information about why maps are an important tool. With specially designed sections that build scientific vocabulary and make complex concepts accessible to children, Essential Ecosystems is the ideal companion to any science learning.
DK SUPER PLANET Who’s Eating Who? (DK Super Planet)
by DKSatisfy your brain's appetite by learning all about the food chain!Aligned with science and earth science curricula, this title is part of the dynamic new DK Super Planet series which invites young minds to delve into the mysteries of our planet and beyond.Captivating and curriculum-aligned, each book in the series features engaging content, infographics, and hands-on experiments, providing an immersive learning experience. Dive into the wonders of Earth and space, with specially designed spreads that build scientific vocabulary, making complex concepts accessible to children.DK Super Planet goes beyond traditional topic books by incorporating interactive elements. Transform learning into an adventure with DK Super Planet, where science comes to life on every page, fostering a love for discovery and understanding.
DK Southwest USA and National Parks (Travel Guide)
by DK TravelEmbark on an outdoor adventure across the Southwest USA and its many varied and wonderful National Parks!Whether you want to unleash your inner cowboy on the ranches in Utah, take in the truly spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, or test your luck in the casinos of Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience it all!Inside the pages of this Southwest USA and National Parks travel guide, you’ll discover: • Our pick of Southwest USA’s must-sees, top experiences, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay • Detailed maps and walks make navigating the cities and towns easy • Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip • Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around and stay safe • Color-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Southern Arizona to Southern Utah, Albuquerque, and Southern New Mexico • Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable Find a little something for everyone down SouthIt’s time to tick the Southwest USA off your bucket list! This updated travel guide brings this beautiful region to life, transporting you there in spectacular fashion! It’s packed with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights. Stunning photographs and hand-drawn illustrations will take you through the iconic landscapes and cities of this beautiful corner of the USA.Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. As rich in history and culture as natural beauty, the region's cities offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage.DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks have been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.Don’t stop exploring - discover even more guides!For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent advice, recommendations, and reviews. Discover guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe.Gold Award: Wanderlust Reader Travel Award 2020 in the Top Guidebook Series category.
DK Super Readers Level 1 Desert Plants and Animals (DK Super Readers)
by DKHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about different deserts, and the amazing animals and plants that can survive in them, with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: Desert Plants and Animals will introduce kids to the amazing adaptations of the plants and animals that can survive in these extreme environments—from the camel&’s food store hump to water-saving plants—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 1 and 2 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as plants, animals, and extreme environments.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there&’s something for all children&’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. Perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.
DK Super Readers Level 2 The Secret Life of Trees (DK Super Readers)
by DKLet the trees reveal their secrets to you! Make reading your superpower with DK&’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about trees - the oldest, the tallest, how they grow and are used by animals and people alike; a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.The Secret Life of Trees is a beautifully designed reader all about things you may not know about trees! Which three is the oldest living thing? Which is the tallest? What animals call trees their home, and where is the tree&’s hidden half?The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the amazing secrets of trees.
DK Super Readers Level 3 Eruption! (DK Super Readers)
by DKHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the fiery mountains that are volcanoes with this engaging nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 3: Eruption! will introduce kids to everything they need to know about volcanoes–from where they start to what happens when they erupt, famous eruptions, and even how to make a model of one–and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 3 and 4 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as volcanoes, eruptions, and the dramatic natural features of our world.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there&’s something for all children&’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 3 titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts about exciting topics, and motivate children to improve their nonfiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 8 to 10 (Grades 3 and 4) who are newly independent readers ready to advance.
DK Super Readers Level 4 Hope for the Elephants (DK Super Readers)
by DKHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about one of the world&’s favorite animals, the elephant, with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Hope for the Elephants follows a young volunteer&’s time with elephants in India and Africa and introduces kids to everything they need to know about these much-loved animals–including where they live, why they are endangered, and what we can all do to help them–and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 4 and 5 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as elephants, volunteering, and endangered animals.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there&’s something for all children&’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 4 titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts, and challenge young readers to broaden their subject knowledge while practising nonfiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 9 to 11 (Grades 4 and 5) who are confident readers ready for a challenge.
DK Super Readers Level 4 Plants Bite Back (DK Super Readers)
by DKCareful - some plants bite! Make reading your superpower with DK&’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about carnivorous plants, plants that sting, poisonous plants and nature&’s daggers - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Plants Bite Back is a beautifully designed reader all about all the different kinds of dangerous plants in the world and how they bite back!The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about curiosities of the natural world.