This very simple book about raccoons combines familiar with fun. Readers will learn about this favorite common animal while strengthening reading skills and being wowed with great photographs.

"Developed by literacy experts and educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to raccoons through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

Offers a simple introduction to raccoons, describing their appearance, where they live, what they eat, and common behaviors.

Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of raccoons and such related species as the coati, kinkajou, red panda, and ringtail.

Discusses raccoons, their behavior and environment.

"Students will love learning about the way of life of raccoons and the challenges they face as babies and adults. An exciting narrative format supported by fun facts, questions, and activities, tells the story of one of the most adaptable animals on Earth. Raccoons eat almost anything, live in many kinds of habitats, including cities, can climb buildings as well as trees, and are able to change to overcome many challenges. This story follows a raccoon...