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Weird But Cute

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This series contains:

  • 7 Reinforced Books
  • 8 Unlimited Access eBooks
  • 7 Savings Bundles
  • All pricing information listed above reflects this.

    The animal world is full of adorable oddballs. In this series, beginning readers will learn about animals that are both weird and cute, such as the spiky, balloon-shaped puffer fish, the super fluffy angora rabbit, and the tiny, big-eyed tarsier. A fresh design and colorful photos enhance the straightforward yet playful text, which is sure to hold children’s interest. Each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. Eye-catching photos closely align with clear, descriptive text. These delightful, informative books will quickly become children’s favorites.

     
    Title   ATOS Format Qty
    Weird But Cute (5 titles)
    Cover: Angora Rabbit Angora Rabbit 2.2
    Cover: Beluga Whale Beluga Whale 2.4
    Cover: Gecko Gecko 2.3
    Cover: Hedgehog Hedgehog 2.6
    Cover: Rockhopper Penguin Rockhopper Penguin 2.5
    Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
    Reading Level Grade 2
    BISACS JNF003000
    Genre Beginning Readers, Nonfiction
    Copyright 2016
    Publisher Bearport Publishing
    Series Weird But Cute
    Language English
    Number of Pages 24
    Dimensions 8 x 8
    ISBN 9781627248457, 9781627249065, 9781627249669
    Title Format Reinforced book, Unlimited Access eBook, Savings Bundle
     

    Jean Little Library Blog Review of Barn Owl

    While I’m looking for more in-depth animal books for my juvenile nonfiction, this cute series from Bearport is just right for my easy reader nonfiction section.

    The first spread has text in different shapes and formats, introducing the barn owl. Simple facts about the barn owl’s behavior, habits, and unique attributes follow. In addition to the simple sentences on each page, there are additional facts highlighted in hot pink and occasional captions in yellow.

    Additional information at the end includes quick profiles on three more owls, a brief glossary, index, and more information.

    This is part of Bearport’s Little Bits easy reader series. Unlike a typical easy reader, they have a square format, roughly 8×8. Although the endpapers have patterns, the backgrounds of the pages with text are solid white or other colors that don’t distract from the words. The photographs match the text well and are engaging.

    Although National Geographic is my first go-to for nonfiction easy readers, Bearport is a popular runner-up. Their titles are a little more expensive, coming in the library bound nonfiction range, but they have good deals if you buy sets and will be popular for a long time to come. This new series will please animal-loving young readers and encourage them to keep practicing their reading and learn more.

    SLJ Review - Weird But Cute

    This attractive set definitely leans more on the cute side than the weird. Each opening spread uses a variety of font styles to introduce the notable physical characteristics of the subject. Size, appearance, enemies, diet, and babies are covered. Angora, Gecko, and Tarsier make use of onomatopoeia. Overall the photos work well and include cut-outs, insets, and full-page images. A closing “More …” section gives three additional examples of animals with similar weird characteristics or other related species. The captioned photo glossaries occasionally struggle to illustrate complex verbs like grind (Angora), digest (Hedgehog), and poison (Pufferfish). VERDICT The variety of animals here makes this series a possibility for larger collections.

    Activities for further learning
    Author/Illustrator biography
    Glossary of key words
    Index
    Sources for further research
    Suggested websites
    Table of contents
     
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