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Why Are Animals Red?
Can you guess why a scarlet ibis is red? Why does the coral snake have red rings? Animals come in all different colors for a variety of reasons? Readers will learn the science behind how being red helps animals survive in the wild in this beautiful nonfiction reader.
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The world is a rainbow of animals, and this series sets out to explain why. There is much repetition within these books, and a pattern quickly emerges as to how or why certain species appear as they do. The explanations generally fall into one of four categories: because they are poisonous (reptiles and insects), to attract a mate (birds and mammals), for the purpose of camouflage (common across all species), or because of diet (predominantly the case with birds). Each book begins with "Words to Know," which are highlighted in the appropriate color within the text. The stunning photographs often showcase the animals' vibrancy against contrasting colors. Each volume ends with clear, color range maps. This unusual, appealing series is easy to read and will be a solid selection for reluctant readers., School Library Journal April 2009
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K-2 IL
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K-3 GRL
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