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Books in Blastoff Readers. Level 2: Awesome Dogs series

  • Guatemala

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Guatemala, a hotspot of unique wildlife, boasts 100 rivers, over 250 wetland areas, and many famous volcanoes. Read about this beautiful Central American country and experience the daily life of the Guatemalan people, from work and school to fun and play.
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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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  • 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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  • Snow

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Snowflakes look white but are actually clear! They are pieces of falling ice. Discover how snow forms and falls and how every snowflake is intricate and unique.
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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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  • Beagles

    Sara Green

    Hardcover (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Bred in England to be hunting dogs, Beagles have a reputation for tracking game. They are a member of the hound family and possess an incredible sense of smell. Readers will explore the history of Beagles and why they make great workers and pets.
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  • Philippines, The

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    An archipelago of over 7,100 islands in Southeast Asia, the Philippines sits near the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area often affected by earthquakes and volcanoes. With a long coastline and many rain forests, the country contains a variety of plant and animal life. Children will find out what else makes the Philippines unique in this informative title!
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  • Skid Steer Loaders

    Kay Manolis

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Skid steer loaders are small construction machines that can do many different jobs. They are very useful for working in small places. Follow a skid steer loader as it drills a hole, lifts up a tree, or moves dirt.
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