National Geographic Readers: Whales (PreReader)

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Paperback
$4.99 US
6"W x 9"H x 0.11"D  
On sale Apr 02, 2020 | 24 Pages | 978-1-4263-3713-0
| Up to Kindergarten
Learn all about these large and majestic ocean-dwelling mammals, from humpback whales to blue whales to belugas! This early reader from National Geographic Kids is full of information about whales from around the world and covers where they live, what they eat, how they stay safe, and more.

Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers include simple, expert-vetted text and large, engaging photos on every page. A vocabulary tree at the beginning of the book introduces kids to key words in concept groups, helping kids make connections between words. Plus, a wrap-up activity gives kids a chance to use what they've learned, while expanding their understanding of the world.
JENNIFER SZYMANSKI is a freelance science writer and editor. Szymanski specializes in writing materials that support both teachers and students in meeting national and state science standards, but she considers her "real" job to be helping students connect science to everyday life. She has taught students from pre-K to college, spent time as a veterinary technician, and is an all-around cheerleader for STEM education.

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Learn all about these large and majestic ocean-dwelling mammals, from humpback whales to blue whales to belugas! This early reader from National Geographic Kids is full of information about whales from around the world and covers where they live, what they eat, how they stay safe, and more.

Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers include simple, expert-vetted text and large, engaging photos on every page. A vocabulary tree at the beginning of the book introduces kids to key words in concept groups, helping kids make connections between words. Plus, a wrap-up activity gives kids a chance to use what they've learned, while expanding their understanding of the world.

Author

JENNIFER SZYMANSKI is a freelance science writer and editor. Szymanski specializes in writing materials that support both teachers and students in meeting national and state science standards, but she considers her "real" job to be helping students connect science to everyday life. She has taught students from pre-K to college, spent time as a veterinary technician, and is an all-around cheerleader for STEM education.

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