The sun gives off heat to keep plants and animals warm and alive. Sometimes the sun can be too hot and it is necessary to find a less sunny area. Shade can come from nature or can be manmade. This nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book contains high-frequency words and content vocabulary. Connecting Concepts pages include a word list along with activities to strengthen early science and literacy skills, such as understanding nonfiction text, science in the real world, science and academic language, fluency, and finding further information. Aligns with Next Generation Science Standards for Grades K-3.