Jody S. Rake Libri

The only planet to support life, Earth has a lot going for it. Think you know everything there is to know about our home planet? Think again. Discover more about the blue planet we call home.

Wrasses that can change from female to male! Anglerfish that glow under the sea! Some fish have found extreme ways to adapt to their environments. Discover some of the most interesting and unusual adaptations in fish that have allowed them to survive all over the world.

Thresher sharks are unique for their extra long tail fin that they use to hunt their prey. Find out the stunning way this shark's tail helps catch its meal. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to an online article, video, and discussion questions.

"Discusses what oceans are, their importance to humans and to the ecosystem, how humans are harming them, and what can be done to protect them"--

"Oceanic whitetip sharks are unique for their long, whitetipped fins and their fierce hunting skills. Find out what makes this shark such a bold predator. Download the Capston 4D app to access a variety of bonus content."--

Get moving! By opening this book, you'll be using force to make the cover move. You use forces every day. But how? Learn more about this science basic and then experience the ups and downs of force with a hands-on experiment.

"Describes unusual bodily functions, including urine, vomit, and saliva"--

Presents some of the major predators of the ocean, including orcas, goliath groupers, manta rays, leopard seals, box jellyfish, and the giant Pacific octopus.

Mars is famous for its coloring, but the fourth planet from the sun has more than that going for it. Discover more interesting facts and secrets about the famous red planet.

Blood sucking bed bugs, bats, and birds. Readers will learn about creatures all over the world that love to binge on blood. These disgusting diets and other interesting facts will make readers say, eww, gross!