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Military animal messengers

This book introduces readers to military animal messengers, from carrier pigeons to dogs that run across battlefields. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

Supply transport animals

This book introduces readers to the elephants, camels, mules, and other animals that have helped militaries carry essential supplies such as weapons, food, and first aid kits. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

Animals in military action

This book introduces readers to animals in military action, including those in combat and those that help find enemy weapons. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

Farm horses

2024
"Beginning readers will learn about horses that work on farms . . . full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors, training, and job responsibilities"--Provided by publisher.
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Race horses

2024
"Beginning readers will learn about horses that compete in horse racing. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they are introduced to horses' behaviors, training, and different racing events"--Provided by publisher.
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Animals with jobs

putting instinct and training to work
2023
"For centuries, animals and humans have worked side-by-side. Today, animals work in various jobs worldwide. Some animals work with law enforcement sniffing out drugs and explosives. Others serve as personal guides and assistants, performing daily tasks to help their owners. Talented animals entertain the world as actors on stages and screens"--Provided by publisher.

Working with tools

2022
"From apes to otters to clever crows, this ... illustrated non-fiction picture book tells stories of ... tool-using animals that use objects in crafty ways"-- Provided by publisher.

Military animal mascots

2022
This book introduces readers to the different animals that serve as mascots for militaries. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO.

Detector dogs, dynamite dolphins, and more animals with super sensory powers

"Fly alongside a photo-delivery pigeon, discover a honeybee's electric secrets, and sail the high seas with a poop-sniffing dog detective on a mission to save endangered killer whales. All of these animals use their super senses, from echolocation to electroreception, to help human coworkers tackle real-world problems like pollution and global warming. Each chapter introduces a different animal, such as Felicia, the pipe-fixing ferret, and Rosita, a goat who helps prevent wildfires. With bright and entertaining text alongside colorful photos and illustrations, this book examines how each animal's behavior and biology makes it perfectly suited for the job it does. At the end of each chapter, curious young scientists are invited to explore their own human senses through fun guided experiments"--Provided by the publisher.

Seizure-alert dogs

2019
Explains how seizure-alert dogs can help people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders.

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