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  • Life in a Desert

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Barren land, little rainfall, and deadly temperatures are well-known features of deserts. But did you know that many desert plants have long root systems that grow in search of water? Plants and animals have to adapt in order to survive. Some plants grow waxy leaves to hold in water, and many animals store fat in a hump or tail. In this title, beginning readers will learn all about deserts and how life develops in extreme conditions.
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  • Polar Bears

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Polar bears have thick fur and plenty of fat to keep them warm in their arctic homes. Their white coats also serve as good camouflage in snow-covered habitats. This book explores how polar bears prey on seals and use their paws to paddle through water!
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  • Deer

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Deer can run at speeds up to 40 miles per hour and can leap as high as 9 feet. In this introduction to deer, students will learn about the physical features of deer, where they live, and what they eat each season.
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  • Anacondas

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Weighing in at more than 400 pounds, anacondas are the world's heaviest snakes! This book explores how these massive creatures look, where they live, and the way they stalk prey.
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  • Life in a Tropical Rain Forest

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Scientists believe more than half of Earths plants and animals reside in tropical rain forests. Many species have yet to be discovered! These wet, humid forests are found near the equator, where its warm year-round. Discover the importance of tropical rain forests in this fun title for exploring minds.
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  • Great Danes

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Are they majestic, intimidating, or both? Great Danes, known for their size and poise, are a friendly, easygoing breed. Even though they can weigh up to 200 pounds, some Danes think they're lapdogs! Learn more about these long-legged, sensitive giants in this engaging book for beginning readers.
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  • Skunks

    Emily Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Have you ever smelled the scent of a skunk? There is a reason other animals stay away from skunks! Kids will find out why skunks smell, the physical characteristics of skunks, where they live, and what they eat to survive.
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  • Raccoons

    Emily Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Raccoons are clever scavengers that live in forests, prairies, marshes, and even cities. Readers will learn about the unique markings of raccoons, their diverse diets, and how they are able to live in many different habitats.
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  • Germany

    Walter Simmons

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    For over a quarter century, Germany stood as a country divided. A huge concrete barrier known as the Berlin Wall physically divided the capital of Berlin. When the wall came down in 1989, Germany was reborn. Readers will learn what daily life is like today for the innovative and industrious people of Germany.
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  • Bears

    Emily Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Easy-to-read text with full-color photographs introduce young readers to bears, including their physical characteristics, where they live, and what they eat.
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  • Tasting

    Lisa Owings

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Without the help of the nose, humans would only be able to recognize five types of tastes: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and savory. But with our sense of smell, we are able to pass messages to the brain that identify specific flavors! Next time you dig into your favorite flavor of ice cream, remember its your nose that is doing most of the tasting. This title about the connections between the food we eat and the flavors we enjoy will leave young readers craving more! Narrative openings surround readers with the featured sense. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Detailed illustrations guide readers through the science of sense organs. Activities demonstrate the senses in action. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Garbage Trucks

    Mary Lindeen

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Where does our garbage go after we throw it away? These huge machines pick up our garbage and transport it to landfills. Learn how garbage trucks lift garbage cans, pack down garbage, and get rid of their smelly cargo!
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