We Work! Animals with Jobs
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades PreK – 3Copyright 2014
Reviewed
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades PreK – 3Copyright 2014
ReviewedSome of the most interesting and hard-working members of the labor force aren’t even human. But that doesn’t mean they don’t get the job done, often in spectacular fashion! This series gives readers a peek into the world of working animals. From dogs that guide the blind to pigs that use their magnificent snouts to help farmers, kids are going to love reading about the animals that serve people every day of the year. Developed by literacy experts, each 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure for emergent readers. Colorful photos closely aligned to the text guarantee that kids will gain confidence in reading while learning all about the world’s most amazing workers!
Brief texts and clear, short sentences make these titles accessible to emerging readers. Facts about the animals' particular skills, physical attributes, and training are included. The audience is introduced to the likes of Jake the trufflesniffing pig, Ace the homing pigeon, Buster the police horse, and Rex the acting dog. Large, colorful photos, many of them action shots, add interest. Words that might be new to readers are set off in bold font and defined in a picture glossary. However, some words seem unnecessary, as when blind is defined in SeeingEye Dogs. Informative captions clarify pictures and concepts without breaking up the texts. These are solid choices for browsers and beginning report writers.
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