Nonfiction Readers 4: Strange but True: Tiny Creatures

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Strange but True: Tiny Creatures is an expository text that describes some of the smallest of Earth’s inhabitants, including microscopic critters, plankton, dust mites, ants, spiders, ticks, lice, and fleas.  The style is conversational and informative.

variety of sentence types is used.  Information is presented by the main text, captioned photographs, diagrams, lists, maps, and text boxes that highlight definitions and interesting facts.  Contents, glossary, index, bibliography, and websites for further research are provided. 

New terminology such as arachnids, decapitation, and nanotechnology is defined in context.

This title is from the TIME® for Kids: Nonfiction Readers series from Teacher Created Materials. Build your school bookroom or classroom library with dynamic and engaging nonfiction readers.