Rivers of the World
Learn about rivers, the various terminologies associated with rivers, power of this
About this book
Rivers of the World is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. Learn about rivers, the various terminologies associated with rivers, power of this waterway, its uses, flooding, and some longest, largest, highest, lowest, and famous rivers around the world.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 3 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 15 pages, 1545 words, 14 minutes |
| Categories | Amazing Earth, Vocabulary, Travel |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Rivers of the World with your child
This book helps children learn about Amazing Earth. The words and pictures work together to make the ideas clear. Read it with your child and talk about the new facts you find. Ask your child to explain what they learned in their own words. It is a simple way to build knowledge and curiosity, and to show that learning can be fun.
Talk about it together
- Who would you tell about this book, and why?
- What would you do if you were in this story?
- Which part did you like best, and why?
Inside the book
In Rivers of the World, readers find Amazing Earth. Learn about rivers, the various terminologies associated with rivers, power of this waterway, its uses, flooding, and some longest, largest, highest, lowest, and famous rivers around the world. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Amazing Earth and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “The Longest River in the World”
Words to learn in this book
- aquatic: Relating to water, salt water or fresh water.
- delta: An area of land at the end of a river that is built up from sediment.
- erosion: The gradual wearing away of land.
- estuary: The mouth of a river where it meets an ocean or sea.
- fauna: The animals of a particular area.
- flora: The plants of a particular area.
- glacial: A slow moving mass of ice and snow.
- hydroelectric: Power that is created by water flowing over a dam.
- levees: A bank made of earth built along a river to prevent flooding.
- marine: Having to do with the sea or ocean.
- navigated: A body of water on which boats and ships can travel.
- saline: Salt water, as opposed to freshwater.
- sediment: Mineral or organic matter that settles at the bottom of a liquid.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
15 pages, 1545 words, 14 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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