Books in My World, Level B series

Children love to take an active role in helping around their homes. This busy book shows children doing chores inside the house by cleaning and washing dishes, as well as outside, by raking leaves and sorting materials for recycling. Taking care of other siblings and pets are also important jobs children can do. An activity asks children which jobs they do at home and suggests ways to make the jobs more fun.

Animals hide to avoid being eaten or to sneak up on animals they want to eat. This amazing book introduces children to some basic science concepts and vocabulary such as predator, prey, and camouflage. Fascinating photographs feature animals that can change color and those that have different shapes and patterns, so that they can blend in with their surroundings. A special section also features animals that do not need to hide. Sharp quills or bright colors warn other animals that these animals are dangerous to eat or even touch!

Using prairie dogs as an example, this entertaining book shows children that some animals live in communities, just as humans do. An illustrated cross section of a prairie dog town uses simple labels to show tunnels and rooms used by the animals for different purposes. Adorable photographs feature prairie-dog cooperation in digging tunnels, sharing food, raising pups, and staying safe. A special section teaches children about the rodent family and how prairie dogs communicate with one another.