What makes animal species so unique? Dig deeper and find out which animals make great pets, and which ones should be left in their natural habitats. This 6-book collection combines stories from Fiction Readers and informational text found in TIME FOR KIDS® Nonfiction Readers to introduce students to multiple text types as called for in the Common Core and other state standards. Both the fiction and nonfiction books contain high-interest text, vibrant illustrations and images, age-appropriate text features, and increasingly complex vocabulary. The titles in this collection include: Boris and Bea; The Snake's Diary by Little Yellow; Patrick and Paloma; Eagles Up Close; Horses Up Close; and Snakes Up Close.