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Manatees (National Geographic Kids Readers, Level 2)

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6.02"W x 8.99"H x 0.08"D   | 3 oz | 48 per carton
On sale Apr 08, 2014 | 32 Pages | 9781426314728
Age 6-8 years
Reading Level: Lexile 520L | Fountas & Pinnell J

In this level 2 reader, young readers will explore the underwater world of lovable manatees. Follow these gentle giants, sometimes called "sea cows," through their marshy habitats, learn how manatees raise their young, and discover the threats to their environment. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
LAURA MARSH has worked in children's publishing for 20 years as an editor, packager, and currently as an author. She has written numerous books in the National Geographic Kids Readers series, including Foxes, Tide Pools, Animal Armor, and Pyramids. View titles by Laura Marsh
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In this level 2 reader, young readers will explore the underwater world of lovable manatees. Follow these gentle giants, sometimes called "sea cows," through their marshy habitats, learn how manatees raise their young, and discover the threats to their environment. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.

National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.
Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Creators

LAURA MARSH has worked in children's publishing for 20 years as an editor, packager, and currently as an author. She has written numerous books in the National Geographic Kids Readers series, including Foxes, Tide Pools, Animal Armor, and Pyramids. View titles by Laura Marsh
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