Learning about the Earth

Describes glaciers and how they form and move. Also discusses icebergs and meltwater, and provides a list of books and web addresses to learn more.

Easy-to-follow text teaches young readers about prairies and the different types of plants and animals that are found there.

An introduction to lakes, explaining their physical characteristics, locations, and the animals and plants that live in them.

Simple text and photographs introduce the physical characteristics of oceans.

Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to the physical characteristics and geographic locations of glaciers.

Simple text and full color photographs introduce beginning readers in kindergarten through third grade to the characteristics and geographical locations of tide pools.