The nonfiction and fiction books in this series are paired be paired on the same topic and may be used together or separately.

Nonfiction
The nonfiction booksgive budding young scientists an introduction to such concepts as food chains, forces and motion, life cycles, and states of matter in these beginning readers. Simple text structures and lots of images help students develop nonfiction reading skills. Can be paired with the fiction set on the same topic.

Fiction
The engaging fiction stories make science concepts relatable for beginning readers. Students learn about motion, patters, hibernation, and more through simple text that builds literacy skills. Can be paired with the nonfiction set on the same topic.

Simple text patterns support emergent readers as they build their recognition of high-frequency sight words. Nonfiction titles are illustrated with colorful photos, and the fiction titles showcase charming illustrations. Both photos and illustrations are carefully matched to text to aid comprehension. Simple text patterns use high-frequency sight words. Photo Glossary helps students find content vocabulary words. Teaching tips include assessments, glossaries and activities.