Grade 2

At large on every continent, ticks feed on blood. Using their front legs, they attach to the skin of their victims and cling on tight. Ticks are mostly found in fields and forests and can… More →

With their notorious red spot and black body, black widow spiders have venom stronger than a rattlesnake’s. Ever wonder why “widow” is in their name? After mating, females liquefy and eat… More →

Did you know most slugs have eyes on the tips of their tentacles? These slimy, no-shell creatures like to eat plants and live in damp environments. Trails of slime indicate that slugs have… More →

Grasslands vary around the globe and are home to many life forms, including big cats and grazing animals. These sprawling fields are found on every single continent except Antarctica.… More →

Earth’s highest and lowest surface points can be found in Asia, the largest continent. Travelers flock to Asia to gaze upon the Great Wall and the Taj Mahal. Some even aspire to climb Mount… More →

Not only are the ears of Scottish Folds smaller than ears of other breeds–they fold down flat on the cats’ heads! Scottish Folds have personalities as soft as their bodies. They bond closely… More →

Submarine volcanoes and giant mountain chains lie deep below the Indian Ocean’s surface. Where the Indian Ocean ends has been debated, but it’s indisputably nestled between Africa, Asia, and… More →

Guardians of those they love, Rottweilers are strong and confident. They were first bred to protect and drive cattle. Today, they often work as police dogs. Curious beginning readers will… 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 →

Roamers, runners, and mischief-makers are all words to describe Siberian huskies. With an aptitude for speed and endurance, this breed loves to pull sleds and work in search and rescue… More →

The Southern Ocean, also known as the Antarctic Ocean, was not officially recognized as a distinct body of water until the year 2000. Krill, lantern fish, and whales can all be found in this… More →

Covering nearly one-third of Earth’s surface, the Pacific Ocean is a treasure trove of natural resources and is home to many magnificent creatures. The Pacific Ocean has the deepest ocean… More →