Grade 1

Madagascar, the Nile River, and the Sahara Desert are just a few memorable places in Africa! With over fifty countries, this continent is rich in minerals and animal diversity. Wildebeests… More →

Barren land, little rainfall, and deadly temperatures are well-known features of deserts. But did you know that many desert plants have long root systems that grow in search of water? Plants… More →

Offering a stark contrast to hot, sandy deserts and tropical rain forests, the tundra is buried in snow and ice most of the year. However, life finds a way to flourish. During the short… More →

Short and chunky, bulldogs are stout both in stature and personality. Snoring, slobbering, and sleeping are bulldogs' favorite past times, but nothing makes them so charming as their devotion More →

Bogs, swamps, and marshes are all different types of wetlands. Many plants and animals rely on this biome for reproduction, safety, or simply a drink of water. Some need to adapt to this… More →

A country and a continent, Australia is home to bizarre wildlife such as platypuses, emus, and wombats. Australia also boasts the Great Barrier Reef that stretches more than 1,400 miles… More →

Coral reefs are home to thousands of living species, including some of the most vibrant plants and animals on the planet. Many reef inhabitants help each other survive. Sea anemones, for… More →

Eastern chipmunks are nature's ultimate storage experts. Living in extensive burrows underground, they hoard food such as nuts, seeds, and fruit. Give young readers the opportunity to stuff… More →

Born blind and hairless, baby squirrels must rely on momma in their first stage of life. Give them 7-10 weeks, and these babies will be able to venture on their own. Climb along in this… More →

Like the name suggests, this cat has a relaxed nature. Ragdolls love to cuddle in your arms and will follow you wherever you go. They are even willing to be walked on a leash or dressed up in More →

Bandit-masked raccoons are versatile in every sense of the word. They inhabit many different terrains and consume just about anything in sight. With sharp claws and agility to back them up,… More →

Hairless, fearless, and big-eared are all traits that make up this feline. Sphynx are known for their bald bodies, but their snuggly and affectionate personality is overlooked. These cats… More →