Cari Meister

Describes the nature and measurement of earthquakes and the devastation that they can cause on land and sea, including the giant seismic waves known as tsunamis.

In Dolphins, beginning readers will learn about the behaviors of dolphins under the sea. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the different methods dolphins use to find food. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a dolphin, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about dolphins online using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...

In Tornadoes, early fluent readers learn about what happens during a tornado, including how and where tornadoes form. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest tornadoes and how to stay safe when a tornado is sighted. An infographic illustrates the role air temperature plays in creating a tornado, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can...

In Tsunamis, early fluent readers learn what happens during a tsunami, including how tsunamis form and where they most often occur. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest tsunamis and how to stay safe when a tsunami approaches. An infographic illustrates how an underwater earthquake can spawn a tsunami, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children...

In Walruses, young readers will learn about the behaviors of walruses. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover how walruses fight with their tusks. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a walrus, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about walruses online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....

In Sea Stars, emergent readers will learn about the behaviors of sea stars. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover how sea stars have adapted to find food in the ocean. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a sea star, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about sea stars online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...

In Volcanoes, early fluent readers learn what volcanoes are, why they form, and what makes them so dangerous. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest volcanoes and how to stay safe when the ground spits fire. An infographic illustrates the different parts of a volcano, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about volcanoes...

In Landslides, early fluent readers learn what happens in a landslide and about the conditions that cause the earth to give way. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest landslides and how to help prevent them. An infographic illustrates locations that are historically susceptible to landslides, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn...

In Snapping Turtles, beginning readers will follow a hungry snapper as it lures in prey with its worm-like tongue. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover the fascinating world of snapping turtles. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a snapping turtle's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about snapping turtles online using our safe search...

In Horses, early readers will learn about the behaviors of horses that live on a farm. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover how people take care of horses. A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a horse, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about horses online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....