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Books in Animal Tag Teams: Blastoff! Readers, Level 3 series

  • Insects

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Members of the insect class often get a bad rap. People swat at them, stomp on them, and go to great lengths to repel them. Though some insects are pests that spread disease, many are actually helpers, pollinating plants and eating other insects that wreak havoc. Investigate the world of insects and discover that many are a class act!
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  • Mongooses

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Mongooses are nothing if not tenacious. These creative hunters whack bird eggs against hard surfaces to get at the meal within. They'll even grapple with venomous snakes, waiting patiently for the chance at a fatal counterattack. Discover the quick reflexes and crafty methods of the mongoose in this fun book for new readers.
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  • Birds

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Compare a hummingbird and an ostrich; the differences are striking! One is tiny and hovers in the air like a helicopter. The other is massive and stays grounded, sprinting rather than flying. Though opposite in many ways, hummingbirds and ostriches share features such as feathers and wings that mean they are both birds. Discover how all birds are alike in this informative title.
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  • Fish

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Underwater, a large, lively community of unique animals thrives. Many of these animals belong to the fish class. There are colorful clownfish, lurking sharks, and silly sea horses. There are fish named after lions, tigers, elephants, and other wild animals. Swim your way through basic information about fish in this introductory title.
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  • The Solar System

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    The solar system is made up of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, meteoroids, and more. Young readers will learn about the bodies that make up the solar system and how they interact with each other.
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  • Snow Leopards

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2014)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces snow leopards to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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  • Capybaras

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)
    With the look of a pig-size beaver, it is not readily apparent that the water-loving capybara is actually a rodent--the largest, in fact! For this hairy mammal, the water is a source of food, safety, and comfort. See why the capybara sets up camp near rivers, ponds, and lakes in this informative book for beginning readers.
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  • Copperheads

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Living in parts of the Eastern United States, copperheads are named after the orange-brown color of their bodies. Students will learn about the diet, habitats, and physical characteristics of these poisonous snakes
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  • Komodo Dragons

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2014)
    These real-life dragons can't breathe fire, but they are still impressive. Komodo dragons are the heaviest lizards on Earth and take down deer and water buffalo! Learn more about these incredible reptiles in this elementary title for young readers.
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  • Life in a Wetland

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Bogs, swamps, and marshes are all different types of wetlands. Many plants and animals rely on this biome for reproduction, safety, or simply a drink of water. Some need to adapt to this environment, like the mangrove trees that get oxygen by growing roots above the surface. Take a closer look at wetland critters and vegetation in this engaging title for developing readers!
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  • The Life Cycle of a Cow

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Weighing around 1,300 pounds, an adult dairy cow produces about 90 glasses of milk every day! Young readers will learn the different stages of a cow's life cycle, watching as calves grow into heifers and then adult cows.
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  • Salmon Migration

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    During their travels from oceans to rivers, salmon undergo many changes! Their gills change so they can breath in changing waters, and their scales transform from a shining silver to a darker hue so others know they are ready to spawn. Readers will be swimming in information and special features in this adventurous book on salmon migration. Infographics give quick stats on the animal and their journeys. Migration maps show the travel path and main stopping points. Warning signs use iconography to call out travel dangers and obstacles. Speedometer graphics highlight top speed.
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