Books in Scholastic Reader, Level 2 series

Did you know that some birds swim and dive instead of fly? That Atlantic Puffins can fly up to 55 miles an hour? Or that tailorbirds sew their nests together using spider webs? Learn all about these birds and more in this Level 2 reader about the strangest birds all over the world, from the tiniest hummingbirds to the biggest ostriches, featuring full color photos on every page!

Another title from Nic Bishop's award-winning Animal Series, adapted for the youngest readers.Leaping lizards! And climbing, crawling, creeping lizards too! Now even the youngest readers can join Sibert Medal-winning photographer and biologist Nic Bishop as he takes a closer look at the world's most amazing animals. In this book, Nic introduces fun facts about lizards and their bodies, habits, and life cycle. The simple, easy-to-read text is perfect for beginners, and the eye-catching photographs will delight naturalists of all ages. This reader includes a brief author's note, glossary, and accessible visual index.

Explore everything awesome about sharks in a fun, accessible, and laugh-out-loud format! Find out which shark has the biggest teeth, and which shark is the biggest of them all! Learn about sharks' super-sharp senses, and how their bodies make them the perfect hunters. Can you see as well as a shark can? Probably not--the blue shark has a special layer in its eye for seeing in the dark ocean!Bursting with attention-grabbing facts, fun, and stickers, this Reader will keep every child turning pages.

An exciting reader series from NY Times bestselling nonfiction author, Craig Hatkoff!Junior Buddy is an adorable jaguar born at The Belize Zoo that has become one of their star attractions and somewhat of a local celebrity. He loves to perform for the crowds, including doing summersalts! More importantly, Junior Buddy is considered an animal diplomat at the zoo and is a critical part of their jaguar education program that involves teaching tons of local school children about the importance of conservation.

Get in on all the adorable action and learn to read with Teensy Weensy Animals!Discover the tiniest and cutest animals from around the world. Teensy Weensy Animals will introduce kids to penguins, octopuses, and sloths all smaller than the palm of their hands! Featuring full-color photos of these fascinating and adorable animals and simple and engaging text. All Scholastic readers are vetted by experts and feature a glossary.

Now early readers can take a ride on the Magic School Bus!With the help of Ms. Frizzle, young readers can develop their reading skills while they pick up fun facts about the world's ocean. Ms. Frizzle's class will teach you everything you ever wanted to know about the deep sea through this engaging and accesible reader. This is a great introduction to the Magic School Bus program.

The Pet Fairies are planning a parade!The king and queen of Fairyland want to adopt a pet. Fortunately, their good friends the Pet Fairies are here to help!The Pet Fairies are throwing an exciting pet parade for the king and queen. Once they've seen all the different kinds of animals that can be pets, their royal highnesses should have no problem picking one for themselves!

Simple, fun mysteries for beginning readers!Katie Fry may be little, but she's got a big brain, and she uses it to solve mysteries with her feline friend Sherlock. And they've got a new case. Katie's brother can't find his favorite stuffed animal anywhere. But with a nose for clues and a few good tips, Katie and Sherlock are hot on the fox's trail.A great introduction to simple, fun mysteries. Beginning readers will love hunting for clues in the art right along with Katie and Sherlock!