Roxanne Troup

Describes the job military dogs do, what makes a good military dog, and the places they work.

Parasites are some of the nastiest creatures on earth. They will do anything to survive, including pirating nutrients and using mind control. Follicle mites feast on human skin cells. The corpse flower steals its host's DNA and the stickleback tapeworm tricks its host into becoming dinner. Parasites have adapted to every environment on earth and in the sea, but are these tiny creatures nature's monsters or do they play an important role in our ecosystem?...

This fascinating book gives readers a close-up look at the history and importance of Devils Tower. The book also includes an "That's Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

In this moving tale about the depths of love and care a grandfather and granddaughter have for one another, author Roxanne Troup and artist Kendra Binney deliver a timeless story sure to become a classic. Of all the trees in Grandpa's orchard, one tree is his favorite-a pecan tree, planted for his granddaughter on the day she was born. As the seasons change and the leaves bloom and fall again, Grandpa takes tender care of each and every tree....

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