National Geographic Readers: Stripes and Spots (Pre-Reader)

Ages 3 to 5, Grades K And Under

Some animals have stripes. Some have spots. And some have both! Explore the difference between spots and stripes as you meet many animals with marvelous markings.

Stripes are long and spots are round, but there’s so much more to them than that! In this adorable Pre-reader, see how a baby okapi follows its mom’s stripes to travel through the forest. Learn how giraffes can tell each other apart by their differently shaped spots. Discover how deer, emu, and tigers use the patterns on their bodies to hide in their environment, and more.

Perfect for kids who are ready to read with an adult, National Geographic Pre-readers include simple, expert-vetted text and large, engaging photos on every page. A vocabulary tree at the beginning of the book introduces kids to key words in concept groups, helping kids make connections between words. Plus, a wrap-up activity gives kids a chance to use what they've learned, while expanding their understanding of the animal world. 

New readers will want to read Stripes and Spots over and over again, as they begin to recognize some of the awesome patterns on animals’ skin or fur.

Series Overview: This high-interest, educationally vetted series of beginning readers features the magnificent images of National Geographic, accompanied by text written by experienced, skilled children's book authors. Each reader includes a glossary and interactive features in which kids get to use what they've learned in the book. Pre-readers offer easy-to-follow, lyrical language and beginning vocabulary words. Level 1 readers reinforce the content of the book with a kinesthetic learning activity. Level 2 readers feature slightly higher level text and additional vocabulary words. Level 3 readers have more layers of information to challenge more proficient readers.

About the Author

ROSE DAVIDSON is a writer and animal lover based in Washington, DC. She's written articles for National Geographic Kids magazine and helps produce digital content at the National Wildlife Federation.

Author Residence: Arlington, Virginia