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Books in Weather: Blastoff! Readers, Level 3 series

  • Thomas Jefferson: A Life of Patriotism

    Tonya Leslie

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Look on a nickel and you'll find the face of Thomas Jefferson! This book introduces young readers to Thomas Jefferson, a patriot and president who deeply loved his country.
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  • Hurricanes

    Kay Manolis

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Hurricane winds spin around a central point called an eye. A hurricane's eye usually has calm weather and clear skies. Eager readers will discover how hurricanes form, move, and damage tropical areas.
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  • The Czech Republic

    Walter Simmons

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Located in Eastern Europe, the Czech Republic has only been a country since 1993. It is home to over 2,000 castles, although some of them are in ruins. The capital, Prague, is called the city of 100 spires because of its architectural history. Discover the beautiful countryside, cuisine, and other distinct features that make the Czech Republic a wonderful nation!
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  • Severe Weather

    Kristin Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Severe weather can happen over land or water. With varying degrees of severity, it is important to be aware! Knowing when to take cover and retreat to shelter can keep you safe during dangerous conditions. Sharpen your senses in this title for weather watchers.
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  • Wasps

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Did you know that wasps chew plants and wood to make a paste that hardens into paper? They use this paste to make the nests in which they live. Eager readers will learn how wasps help protect plants, use their stingers, and build different kinds of nests.
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  • Argentina

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The second-largest country in South America, Argentina is known for its fertile plains, the rugged Andes Mountains, and the beautiful land of the Argentine Patagonia. The people of Argentina work on the land and in cities, enjoying music, dancing, and sports in their free time. Learn all about Argentine food, culture, and daily life in this informative title!
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  • Cows

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 30, 2007)
    Early in the morning, farmers wake up to milk their dairy cows. People need milk to make cheese and ice cream. Young readers will learn how cows live on the farm and give people milk.
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  • Birds

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2012)
    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to birds. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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  • Giraffes

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Giraffes are the tallest land mammals on Earth! They're tall enough to reach the leaves of trees, which they eat with their 20-inch tongues. In this book, children will learn how a giraffe's height is both an advantage and a disadvantage.
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  • Poodles

    Mari Schuh

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Often thought of as a fancy and pampered breed, the Poodle hunts just as well as many other dog breeds. Young readers will find out where this breed came from and why it is a popular show dog around the world.
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  • Cobras

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    With threatening hoods and fangs full of venom, cobras are powerful predators able to paralyze their prey and swallow it whole. Find out how cobras look, where cobras live, and the way they fool predators.
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  • Wind

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2006)
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