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Books in Blastoff Readers. Level 2: Simple Machines Fun! series

  • Squids

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Feb. 1, 2008)
    A squid has two gigantic eyes to see in dark places, eights arms for holding food, and a funnel for swimming! Young readers will get sucked in as they discover how squids eat, swim, and escape predators.
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  • Sea Lions

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Feb. 1, 2008)
    A sea lion can hold its breath below water for three to nine minutes. After that, it must come to the surface for air. Follow this coastal creature as it lives in water and on land.
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  • Vegetables

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Vegetables come in a variety of shapes and colors. They provide people with vitamin A, vitamin C, and fiber. Students will learn how many servings of vegetables they should have each day and how vegetables benefit their bodies.
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  • Mosquitoes

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Mosquitoes can move their wings 450 to 600 times per second! That is the buzzing sound you hear when a mosquito is nearby. This book explains how mosquitoes live, how they bite humans and animals, and why they need to draw blood to survive.
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  • Egyptian Maus

    Domini Brown

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Egyptian Maus have retained enchanting traits from their ancient ancestors. They are the only breed with natural spots, can run up to 30 miles per hour, and live to protect their territoryespecially their one favorite person! Dash into the lives of Egyptian Maus in this title for beginning readers.
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  • Ships

    Thomas K Adamson

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    How can aircraft carriers support heavy jets and helicopters without sinking? Why do cruise ships the size of cities stay afloat, but submarines often disappear underwater? This title answers the questions bobbing in young readers' minds as they learn about a fleet of diverse ships.
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  • Boston Terriers

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    With tuxedo-like markings on their coats, Boston terriers always look ready for a black tie event. Add an irresistible personality to this fancy look, and it's no wonder why the little terriers are the chosen company of many dog lovers. The Boston terriers in this book are sure to charm young readers.
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  • Devon Rexes

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Devon Rexes are the ultimate cat companions. They will eat what you eat and go where you go! Devons like to perch on the shoulders of their owners and use their large ears and eyes to keep track of everyone in the house. Learn more about this curly-haired cat breed in this title for young learners!
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  • Exotics

    Domini Brown

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Mild-mannered and loving, the Exotic breed is much like its Persian ancestor but requires less grooming! Unlike more high-spirited felines, Exotics wait patiently on their owners for food, affection, and playtime. Young readers will delight in this book, discovering the special traits of Exotics.
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  • Grains

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Bread, pasta, and rice are all part of the grains group of the food guide pyramid. Grains offer us energy, fiber, and vitamin B. Students will find out why grains should be a large part of any healthy diet.
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  • Ambulances

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Lights flash and sirens wail! Theres been an accident. An ambulance races to the scene! Ambulances are mighty machines filled with lifesaving supplies. Young readers will learn about the exciting world of emergency vehicles in this fact-filled read about ambulances. Simple informational text introduces key details of machines. Visual features engage the reader and allow for comparing and contrasting. Text/photo correspondence aids in learning key details of a text. Well-organized chapters help students identify primary details. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Machine profiles spotlight a specific machine in each title. Size info graphics compare machines to one another and to the average human. ""How to Spot"" sidebars show several key features of each machine. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Ants

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Ants live on every landmass on Earth except Antarctica and certain small islands. Living together in colonies, each ant plays a part in keeping the colony running smoothly. Learn how these busy insects build their homes, find their food, and work together!
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