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Monkeys are fascinating creatures in the sense that they have several familiar characteristics. The theory of evolution even states that we evolved from them. Learning about monkeys will help a child better understand Darwin's theory, and decide whether he/she would believe in it or not. Colorful and well-formatted, this educational book is definitely a must-have!
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'Banna and Bree Blown to Borneo,' is a story set in a rainforest reserve in Borneo. Banna and Bree, two young baboons from the Okavango Delta in Botswana, visit this paradise and witness firsthand how palm oil plantation owners dangerously encroach on the last remnants of primary rainforest areas, putting the lives of endangered animals at risk. When a fire in the rainforest threatens a lost orang-utan baby, the animals of the forest unite, implement...
43) Gorillas
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Learn all about gorillas in this fun and informational text. Like all books in the My Favorite Animal Series, Gorillas offers engaging facts and checks the reader's knowledge and comprehension throughout the book.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Gorillas are brilliant, familial creatures that exhibit complex emotions, intellect, and abilities, much like humans. Then why are gorillas at risk? Readers learn about the daily lives of gorillas in the wild, what is threatening their very survival, and what is being done to save them.
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This fun book proves that monkeys, poetry, and learning can go together quite naturally. From howler monkeys to squirrel monkeys, readers will learn about the tropical rain forests that are filled with a variety of marvelous primates. Engaging poems and colorful images reinforce important life science lessons. Whether your readers love poetry or monkeys, this book will become a favorite.
46) Kia the Queen
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The purpose of this book is to help young readers realize they have value, they are important, and it is okay to believe in themselves. This book will give all young readers the hope they need to be great despite the adversity or obstacles they will face in life.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Readers will go bananas for the vibrant photographs of baby chimps in the wild. A simple narrative and fast facts teach life science concepts, such as what young chimpanzees eat and how their mothers protect them from danger. From birth to the time these great apes grow up, this book offers a sneak peek into this endangered species. This is a great introduction to baby chimpanzees that can be extended with the Learn More section. The Words to Know...
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Mountain gorillas are strong, peaceful primates who live in the mountains of Africa. Unfortunately, they've suffered greatly from habitat loss, the animal trade, hunting, and war in the small area in which they live. This book explores the challenges that mountain gorillas have faced, and how they were nearly extinct in the wild. Readers will learn about conservation efforts for mountain gorillas, especially the amazing work of conservationist Dian...
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Don't let the game of "monkey see, monkey do" be your child's sole association to monkeys. Learning is much more complete when done with the use of this fun but highly educational book. Here, your child will experience being with monkeys (though only through the imagination). The pictures will tell a good story, which will only be supported by the texts. Grab a copy now!
50) Jane Goodall
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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A famous scientist who studied chimpanzees, Jane Goodall showed that these smart primates use tools. Her groundbreaking research inspires people to protect nature. Engaging photos and easy-to-read text take readers into her story. Key dates, quick stats, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
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Are you having a Grumpy, Bumpy, Gurgly, Whirly, Bad Gorilla Day?
Have no fear! Grumps gorilla will show you how he conquers a bad gorilla day like a champ, not a chimp.
So take a walk on the wild side, learn some new tricks and tips that are sure to turn even your whirliest of days into a Great Gorilla Day!
'A Bad Gorilla Day, But, A Great Gorilla Life.'
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Most children in the world like to play and have fun. Many children have pets that they like to play with, usually a dog, a cat, a hamster, or a guinea pig.
Some lucky children even have a horse or a pony to play with.
But what if you were a nine-year-old boy or an eight-year-old girl, and you had a big, male silverback gorilla to play with? What would you do? Where would you go?
Well, this dream becomes a reality for Andrew Tyler and his sister...
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Tarsiers are primates, just like monkeys, apes, and people. However, they look different. Their huge eyes don't move, the movement is in the head alone. The head of a tarsier moves almost all the way around! Readers will love the photographs of this odd-looking creature from Southeast Asia. They'll learn more, about why tarsiers are endangered and what is being done to help them.
54) El babuino
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that baboons are some of the largest monkeys on Earth? Baboons ride on their mother's backs when they are babies. Find out these and more exciting facts in “I Am a Baboon”.
55) Blue McTinkle
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Blue McTinkle is a timeless tale of friendship, fashion, fitting in and standing out. A long-faced blue baboon sets out on a jungle journey of self-discovery and finds that not everyone shares his funky fashion sense or keen eye for a quirky style. Confused and rejected, Blue heads home but what he discovers when he gets there is quite a shock...
56) Monkeys
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Rain forest trees are home to many monkey species. Spider monkeys and capuchins are small, adorable primates that swing from branch to branch and love to eat fruit. The howler monkey is the biggest and loudest monkey in the rain forest. This book introduces readers to many kinds of monkey they might find in the rain forest. Simple text includes fun facts and interesting monkey features. Readers will love the vibrant color photographs that bring these...
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A fun way for little ones to learn new words-from "penguins" to "pufferfish"!
This delightful book takes young readers on a visit to the aquarium with Curious George and builds their vocabulary by introducing new words. While they learn the names of various sea creatures and other sites around the aquarium, they'll also enjoy an adventurous trip, along with everyone's favorite monkey.
58) Baby Orangutans
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
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This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about baby orangutans, including information about their life in the trees.
59) Chimpanzees
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Learn all about chimpanzees in this fun and informational text. Like all books in the My Favorite Animal Series, Chimpanzees offers engaging facts and checks the reader's knowledge and comprehension throughout the book.
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