Some animals do some really gross things. Horned toads shoot blood out of their eyes, turkey vultures vomit in self-defense, and skunks spray their nasty-smelling mist more than ten feet! Learn about animals with the ick factor in this high-interest title for young readers.

The human body does not always have the best manners. It makes farting and belching noises, spews and sweats, and lets boogers and earwax build up. Learn about gross body functions in this sick title for reluctant readers.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces wasps to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

Not all plants smell as sweet as a rose. Carrion flowers smell like rotting flesh to attract flies and other pollinators. Others, like the Venus flytrap and Nepenthes truncata, actually eat animals! Young readers will be amazed by all of the weird and disgusting plants in this interesting read.

The insect symbol of hard work just might be a worker ant. A worker ant's life is fully committed to finding food for a colony and caring for young. This book for beginning readers magnifies an insect that can carry more than its own weight!

Have you ever wondered how the tallest buildings in the world are made? Skyscraper builders push the limits of construction to build these massive towers. The risks faced by skyscraper builders will bring reluctant readers to the edge of their seats in this high-interest title.

Did you know that aphids poop honeydew? It's true! And it's also fact that ants harvest this sweet poo. In this insect introduction, early readers will see aphids more as honeydew suppliers than pests. Red ones, black ones, green ones, woolly ones, and winged ones are all swarming in this title!

Only the most dangerous circumstances call for a visit from the SWAT team. Using special weapons and techniques, these highly trained officers keep people safe in a variety of situations. Learn what it takes to be a SWAT team member in this book for young students.

"Engaging images accompany information about wilderness rescue pilots"--

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to bark scorpions. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--