Distinctions in Nature (Group 1)

Many things in nature appear similar yet are classified based on distinct characteristics. What are these differences? These fun books decode the major divisions in the natural world. Readers apply critical thinking skills as they compare and contrast the defining characteristics of each subject.
EACH BOOK CONTAINS:
? Dynamic visuals to support and reinforce the classification features used to distinguish species in each distinctive group
? An engaging activity for readers to classify different species using visual prompts
? Close-up images to highlight key features used in classifying systems
? Additional information on unique species that break the rules and do not follow the traditional classification system applied by scientists
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
? Encourages use of observation skills to compare and contrast specific examples within the text
? Invites readers to draw information from the text to support further analysis and research
? Challenges readers to identify and analyze the similarities and differences used in classifying the natural world then apply these patterns to make predictions
? Encourages readers to make observations and find patterns to support an explanation