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Books in Senses: Blastoff Readers, Level 4 series

  • Chris Van Allsburg

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Did you know that a canine appears in Jumanji, The Polar Express, and other Chris Van Allsburg books? He's a white bull terrier named Fritz. In this low-level biography, developing readers will find inspiration for using their imaginations to combine the normal and the unexpected.
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  • Volleyball

    Ray McClellan

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    The sport of volleyball requires aggressive intensity. The ball can travel at speeds up to 88 miles per hour! In this book, children will learn the basic rules of volleyball, the necessary equipment, and how to bump, set, spike, and dive their way to victory.
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  • Sea Anemones

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Sea anemones have poisonous tentacles that they use to sting some kinds of fish. Explore what sea anemones are, where they live, and how they protect clown fish!
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  • Siberian Huskies

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Roamers, runners, and mischief-makers are all words to describe Siberian huskies. With an aptitude for speed and endurance, this breed loves to pull sleds and work in search and rescue missions. Natural pack instincts also make Siberians perfect pets for big families with children! Uncover the spirit of Siberian huskies in this title for inquisitive young readers.
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  • Wrestling

    Ellen Frazel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Wrestling, one of the oldest forms of hand-to-hand combat, is a popular sport today. Wrestlers use their raw strength to throw their opponents off-balance and pin them to the ground! Children will enjoy learning about basic wrestling moves and the origin of this ancient sport.
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  • Swordfish

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Did you know that swordfish can move at 50 miles per hour? Their sleek bodies and swords help them cut through water. This book explores the swordfish as an ocean animal and hunter.
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  • Droughts

    Anne Wendorff

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    The Midwestern United States was nicknamed 'The Dust Bowl' in the 1930s because years of drought devastated the region. This book teaches why droughts happen, how they affect living things, and the importance of conserving water.
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  • Corals

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Though corals look like plants and sunlight helps them grow, corals are actually animals! Find out where corals live, what they look like, and how they eat and make coral reefs.
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  • Finland

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2014)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Finland"--
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  • Norway

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Most famous for its fjords, Norway's land features are very diverse. Visitors come every year to see the high mountain peaks, the green, rolling hills, and the deep grooves of the fjords. Eager readers will explore this beautiful European country and find out what life is like for the people who call it home.
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  • Jellyfish

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Wherever the ocean current takes them, jellyfish go. They are considered drifters. Follow jellyfish as they move underwater and discover why they are known for their sting!
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  • Ramps

    Kay Manolis

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Ramps are simple machines used for work and play. Workers use them for easy loading and unloading. Skateboarders use them to do tricks. Readers will learn how ramps make work easier and how they are used in everyday life.
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