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Books in Ocean Life Up Close: Blastoff Readers, Level 3 series

  • Sea Stars

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Feb. 1, 2017)
    Did you know that sea stars pump water instead of blood through their systems? Although commonly called starfish, these life forms are not fish! Instead, they are part of a group containing other animals like sea urchins and sand dollars. Sea stars are hardy animals that can grow new limbs and open clam shells. In this interesting title, students will enjoy learning more about these shining ocean stars!
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  • Squids

    Nathan Sommer

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Squids are one of the most fascinating creatures of the sea! About 1,000 feet below the oceans surface, these cephalopods are experts at evading enemies. Some squirt ink, while others change colors to confuse predators. Young readers will learn all about squids in this enticing title about one of the oceans most unusual animals. Visuals of related animals teach about animal group classification. Zoomed-in photo bubbles with labels identify key body parts up close. Species spotlights offer range maps and conservation status bars. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Prey and predator boxes provide specific food chain information. Speed meters show how slow or fast an ocean animal moves. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Eels

    Nathan Sommer

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    An eel pokes its head out of the sand. This slippery sea creature is looking for food! When a tempting morsel swims by, the eel uses its two sets of jaw to clamp down on its latest meal. This title for beginning readers offers many fascinating facts about eels. Visuals of related animals teach about animal group classification. Zoomed-in photo bubbles with labels identify key body parts up close. Species spotlights offer range maps and conservation status bars. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Prey and predator boxes provide specific food chain information. Speed meters show how slow or fast an ocean animal moves. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Orcas

    Heather Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Every orca pod has its very own theme song! Musical elements include whistles, clicks, and pops. Singing is the orca way of communicating, navigating, and hunting. This read offers young children the chance to get in tune with the worlds largest dolphin species.
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  • Manatees

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Manatees are true gentle giants. Though many weigh more than 1,000 pounds, they do not use their size to overpower other sea creatures. They spend a lot of their time peacefully eating underwater grasses. Young students will close this title understanding how the manatee earned its "sea cow" nickname.
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  • Sea Urchins

    Heather Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Sea urchins look like fireworks exploding underwater. The spines that create their unusual appearance do have a purpose: they protect the tiny animals from dangerous predators. In this title, sea urchins of all shapes, sizes, and colors are on display for early readers!
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  • Parrotfish

    Mari C Schuh

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to parrotfish. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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  • Emperor Penguins

    Heather Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Emperor penguins often come together like a sports team. A tight huddle keeps them warm in their Antarctic homeland. Coping with the cold is a must for these birds. Their wings cannot fly them to milder climates. This childrens title tells how emperor penguins manage life in the South Pole.
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  • Bull Snakes

    Ellen Frazel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Known for its fierce attitude, the bull snake is very defensive when threatened. Its main method of defense is to move its tail quickly in leaves and flatten its head so it looks like a rattlesnake. Read more about the bull snake's amazing rattlesnake impression and other methods of intimidation in this exciting book!
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  • Sea Snakes

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Sea snakes are skilled underwater breathers able to spit out stored saltwater with their tongues. Kids will learn what these ocean creatures look like, how they swim and thrive in water, and how they hunt near the ocean floor.
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  • Corals

    Mari C Schuh

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to corals. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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  • Aphids

    Patrick Perish

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Did you know that aphids poop honeydew? Its true! And its also fact that ants harvest this sweet poo. In this insect introduction, early readers will see aphids more as honeydew suppliers than pests. Red ones, black ones, green ones, woolly ones, and winged ones are all swarming in this title!
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