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From butterflies to sunflowers, each living thing follows a life cycle. Uncover the facts about both animal and plant life cycles, and learn how people's actions can affect them.

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An orca mother calls out. Her baby has strayed too far away. The sound travels through the water. The young calf hears the call. It swims back toward the group. Female orcas, or cows, lead an orca pod. They raise young and help the pod find food. Take a look at orcas and the important roles cows play to ensure the pod's survival.

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An orca mother calls out. Her baby has strayed too far away. The sound travels through the water. The young calf hears the call. It swims back toward the group. Female orcas, or cows, lead an orca pod. They raise young and help the pod find food. Take a look at orcas and the important roles cows play to ensure the pod’s survival.

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How much do you know about Greta Thunberg? Discover the details you want to know about this inspiring young activist. You’ll learn about her childhood, the challenges she has faced and accomplishments of this young leader in the fight against climate change.

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There is smoke in the air. Wood crackles. It's a wildfire! Get to safety, fast. Dry weather, strong winds and careless actions can all cause forests to burn. Firefighters will need to battle wildfires from the ground and from above. But you can be prepared! Learn about wildfires and how to prevent them, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

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A funnel cloud has been spotted. Sirens sound. Take shelter! Tornadoes are a force of nature that can quickly spin across the land. Their powerful winds can cause lots of damage. But you can be prepared! Learn about tornadoes, pay attention to warnings and stay safe.

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Pangolins’ bodies are a rare sight. They have scales, spikes and claws! Bright photos bring these unusual mammals to life. Readers will follow along with easy-to-read text and will enjoy learning all they can about pangolins.

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Did you know jellyfish aren’t really fish? These invertebrates have been around for millions of years. With easy-to-read facts and colourful photos, readers will enjoy discovering all the details about these interesting animals.

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Hippos are one of the largest land mammals in the world! These big vegetarians prefer to spend their time in the water. Readers will enjoy learning more about hippos with exciting facts and vibrant photos.

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Would you rather explore a vibrant rainforest or rocky mountain terrain? In this fun-filled non-fiction title, young adventurers will face tough decisions about the wilderness. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen thought-provoking questions. From scary to gross to just plain silly, this book generates discussion and promotes critical-thinking skills. Full-colour photographs and engaging easy-to-read facts invite readers to make informed decisions while also prompting further research.

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Would you rather explore a vibrant rainforest or rocky mountain terrain? In this fun-filled non-fiction title, young adventurers will face tough decisions about the wilderness. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen thought-provoking questions. From scary to gross to just plain silly, this book generates discussion and promotes critical-thinking skills. Full-colour photographs and engaging easy-to-read facts invite readers to make informed decisions while also prompting further research.

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Would you rather chase a tornado or a hurricane? In this fun-filled non-fiction title, young readers will face tough decisions about surviving in a storm. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen thought-provoking questions about storm chasing. From questions about tools to life-or-death scenarios, this book generates discussion and promotes critical-thinking skills. Full-colour photographs and engaging easy-to-read facts invite readers to make informed decisions while also prompting further research.

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Tigers are the largest wildcats in the world. These skilled hunters sneak up on prey and pounce with incredible speed and power. Learn more exciting facts about these majestic hunters.

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Have you ever heard of a male fish that carries eggs? What about a fish that gives birth to live young? In this book, young readers will learn all about seahorses, guppies and other fish with unusual life cycles.

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Have you ever heard of an invertebrate that spends its whole life inside another animal? What about a beetle that spends most of its life underground? In this book, young readers will learn all about lancet flukes, Hercules beetles and other invertebrates with unusual life cycles.

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Have you ever heard of a bird that lays its eggs on the ground instead of in a nest? What about a bird that lays eggs in other birds' nests? In this book, young readers will learn all about killdeers, cuckoo birds and other birds with unusual life cycles.

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What does it mean to be grumpy? Everyone feels grumpy sometimes. It's how you handle it that matters. Children will learn how to recognize their emotions and read examples of how to deal with them. A mindfulness activity will provide practice in managing feelings.

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Puffins are seabirds with large beaks. They look like a cross between penguins and parrots. Their teeth point backward to help them catch fish. Find out more details about these unique birds.

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Earth's natural cycles are always at work. Life cycles, rock cycles, water cycles and the phases of the Moon are all natural cycles. These cycles change naturally, but humans can affect these cycles of nature. This series introduces the different cycles of nature and explains how certain things can upset their balance.

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