At Home on the Ranch Mi casa en el rancho

This bilingual reader focuses on what it’s like to live on a ranch.  It describes the big open fields where lots of cattle graze in fenced areas. Mention is made of  corrals, cowboys and their clothing as it relates to their work, driving and branding cattle, and campfires.  At the end, specific words are identified and translated-“rodeo, roundup, veterinarian”. Includes index.

At Home in the Desert Mi casa en el desierto

These bilingual readers reinforce language skills for young scholars. This title describes the desert biome with  geology of sand and rocks, where the temperature climbs past 100 degrees, animals adapt by staying shaded by day and hunting by night, and it does not rain for months. Title features wildflowers, cacti, and tourist attractions. Specific words are identified and translated-“canyon, dust devil, spines”. Includes index.

Guess Who Dives Adivina quien se zambulle

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: mammal behavior and anatomy, ocean habitat, name for young and groupings, movement, hunting, and echolocation this little reader offers excellent information on the dolphin. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the mammal, page by page, so as not to give away the  identity too easily.  In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary such as “teeth”, and a “Challenge” Word: “blowhole”

Guess Who Hides Adivina quien se esconde

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, prey, appearance, hatching of young, and anatomical features like giant eyes, a strong jaw, and hard shell covering, this little reader offers excellent information on the turtle. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the reptile, page by page, so as not to give away the  identity too easily.  In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary such as “jaw”, and “Challenge” Word: “hatchling”

Guess Who Changes Adivina quien cambia

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, appearance, life cycle, anatomical features this little reader offers excellent information on the butterfly. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the insect, page by page, so as not to give away the  identity too easily.   In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary such as “caterpillar”, and “Challenge” Word: “pupa”

Guess Who Grabs Adivina quien atrapa

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, appearance, shy behavior, prey, life cycle, anatomical features suited to hunting like big eyes, eight arms, tentacles and the ability to camouflage or shoot black ink, this little reader offers excellent information on the octopus. Full-color photos reveal only portions of the animal, page by page, so as not to give away the animal’s identity too easily.   In addition to reading comprehension and language practice, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index, focus on specific vocabulary, and “Challenge” Words.

Guess Who Roars Adivina quien ruge

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, appearance, names for young and family grouping, prey, anatomical features suited to hunting like strong legs, good eyesight and hearing, powerful paws, sharp claws, and long teeth, this little reader offers excellent information on lions. Full-color photography. In addition to reading comprehension and language aquisition, this title could be used for primary level research. Includes index and “Challenge” Words.

Guess Who Swoops Adivina quien baja en picada

Told in a riddle format, with clues re: habitat, nest, nocturnal behavior, prey, anatomical features suited to hunting like sharp claws, a strong beak, good eyesight, outstanding hearing, and the ability to fly silently because of wing structure, this little reader offers excellent information on barn owls.  Colorful photos hold one’s attention. In addition to reading comprehension and language aquisition, this could be used for primary level research. Includes index.

 

Tasmanian Devils

Its strong jaws and teeth crush bones; bright red ears add to its fiendish countenance; its screeches and growls are “scary”: welcome to the world of the Tasmanian Devil. With a name like that, this title is sure to attract curious young readers. Bold, close-up photography allows one to visualize this Australian marsupial; the easy-to-read text covers life cycle, behaviors, prey, protection and habitat. Laws actually protect this spooky dog-like animal. Glossary, index, and additional titles included.

Series includes: Bandicoots, Crocodiles, Dingoes, Kangaroos, Koalas, Platypuses, and Wombats.