Polar Babies (National Geographic Kids Explore! Readers, Pre-Reader)
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Polar Babies (National Geographic Kids Explore! Readers, Pre-Reader)

By Maya Myers and Nat Geo Kids
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Published on Jan 7, 2025 | 24 Pages

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Grades Up to Kindergarten
Ages 2–5

Penguins, foxes, and polar bears, oh my! Discover early concepts with the cutest baby animals at the North and South Poles!

Brr! Life on the ice might be chilly, but these animal babies are ready to explore! In this new pre-reader from National Geographic Kids, young readers will learn all about life in the Arctic and Antarctic—and what keeps the babies living there safe and warm. Featuring simple leveled text, vibrant photos, and a wrap-up activity about the cutest baby animals, it’s the perfect first book for early readers to snuggle up to!

ISBN 9781426377860 (Paperback)
Published on Jan 7, 2025
Published by National Geographic Kids
Pages 24
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 2-5 years
Grade Up to Kindergarten
Reading Level Lexile: 430L | Fountas/Pinnell: H

ISBN 9781426377877 (Hardcover Library Binding)
Published on Jan 7, 2025
Published by National Geographic Kids
Pages 24
Dimensions 6 x 9
Age Range 2-5 years
Grade Up to Kindergarten
Reading Level Lexile: 430L | Fountas/Pinnell: H

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Maya Myers

MAYA MYERS is the author of National Geographic Readers Llamas and Puffins, and Little Kids First Big Book of Baby Animals. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, three daughters, two cats, and eight chickens.

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Nat Geo Kids

Nat Geo Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book and series is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists.

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