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  • Red Squirrels

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Playful, talkative, and busy, red squirrels are surprisingly tough! Territorial of their nests and hard-earned food stashes, these squirrels work diligently to survive harsh weather and avoid dangerous predators. Young readers will love learning what's behind the chirps, screeches, and sudden scurryings of these small critters.
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  • Vermont: The Green Mountain State

    Emily Schnobrich

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Vermont is known for its low rolling mountains and spectacular autumn foliage. Another hallmark of this New England landscape is the sugar maple. Vermont is the leading producer of maple syrup in the United States. This book explores the wild beauty of the Green Mountain State, as well as its history, industries, and culture.
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  • Tundra

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    A tundra is an area of land with low temperatures and short growing seasons. Although there are very few trees, tundras boast a wide variety of animal life in addition to lakes, bogs, and marshes. Readers will find out more in this basic introduction to one of the coldest habitats on the planet.
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  • Life in a Forest

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    For millions of years, forests have hosted complex life forms. Trees reach toward the sun as creatures of all shapes and sizes interact with their environment. Birds nestle on sturdy branches while non-flyers search for food and rest in the underbrush. This title will show young readers the importance of forests and how life thrives in these wooded areas!
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  • Coral Snakes

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Coral snakes have bright colors to warn predators that they are poisonous. Young learners will find out how these small snakes look, where they live, and how they hide from predators and sneak up on prey.
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  • Antarctica

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Temperatures rarely rise above freezing on this icy, windy continent. Because of its harsh climate, only the toughest can survive. Penguins, whales, and seals dive into the chilly water and feast on fish. Brave the cold and learn more about the extreme continent of Antarctica in this engaging childrens title.
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  • Singapore

    Lisa Owings

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2014)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Singapore"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Oklahoma: The Sooner State

    Blake Hoena

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    The western state of Oklahoma is a beautiful land of hills, mountains, and wide-open plains. Students will learn about the Indian Removal Act, which forced many Native American tribes out of their homes in the east and to the lands of Oklahoma. They'll also discover the Land Race that earned Oklahomans the nickname of "Sooners." The book also features geography, festivals, and local foods.
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  • Hubble Telescope, The

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    The Hubble Telescope travels at 17,500 miles per hour to capture fascinating images of space. Young learners will read about the creation of the Hubble Telescope and the ways we use it to learn more about the universe.
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  • New Hampshire: The Granite State

    Emily Schnobrich

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    From the White Mountains to the river valley forests, New Hampshire is a state of natural beauty. Five New England rivers begin in this small state, earning it the nickname, "Mother of Rivers." Young readers will learn all about New Hampshire's geography, wildlife, culture, and more in this new title.
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  • Maryland: The Old Line State

    Patrick Perish

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Maryland is divided by the Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States. One of the original thirteen colonies, Maryland has a rich history. Young readers will learn about everything from crabbing to Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad. Food, festivals, and the major cities are also explored.
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  • Nebraska: The Cornhusker State

    Patrick Perish

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Nebraska"--
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