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Honduras
Ellen Frazel
Hardcover (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2013)From the central mountains and valleys to the rain forests of La Mosquitia, Honduras is a land of natural beauty. Not every wonder in the country is nature-made, however. The Copán Ruins in western Honduras are relics of Mayan artistry and a reflection of the beauty to be found in the people, lands, and customs of Honduras.
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Madagascar
Ellen Frazel
Hardcover (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2013)From outer space, Madagascar appears to be bleeding. This is because the island's red soil runs off into the ocean. On land, Madagascar is a world of its own. More than half of the resident wildlife cannot be found in any other country. Open this book and explore Madagascar, an island teeming with life, color, and beauty.
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Japan
Colleen Sexton
Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Aug. 1, 2010)Japan is a nation made up of many islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Over 100 million people live in this small nation of islands. Many live in the countryside, but millions live in crowded cities like Tokyo. Students will learn about the physical features of the landscape and surrounding waters as well as the cultural aspects of the Japanese from old traditions to modern everyday life.
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Mexico
Colleen Sexton
Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Aug. 1, 2010)Mexico has almost 6,000 miles of coastline. It borders both the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. Readers will discover the diverse physical features of Mexico, the variety of wildlife it boasts on land and in water, and what everyday life is like in both urban and rural settings.
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Italy
Walter Simmons
Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Aug. 1, 2010)Sticking out into the Mediterranean Sea, Italy has some of the nicest weather in Europe. It is famous for its art, architecture, and cuisine. Readers will discover the physical geography of Italy through descriptions of the landscape, waters, and coasts. They will also learn about the cultural geography of Italy, reading about Italian schools, businesses, and communities.
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Pugs
Kari Schuetz
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)Pugs have a snoring problem that can't be helped. Short, flat muzzles set the wrinkly-faced canines up for noisy breathing during naptime. Good thing pug owners find the sound endearing! This and other quirks will make for memorable elementary reading.
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France
Rachel Grack
Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Aug. 1, 2010)Frances most famous icon is the Eiffel Tower. This tower in Paris is the height of an 81-story building and ranks as the most visited monument in the world! This book introduces children to the classic beauty, revolutionary people, and fine foods of a country known for the arts.
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Wyoming: The Equality State
Davy Sweazey
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2013)"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Wyoming"--Provided by publisher.
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England
Walter Simmons
Paperback (Blastoff! Readers, Aug. 1, 2010)The Queen is Englands most recognizable symbol. Her Royal Guards stand at attention to protect Londons famous Buckingham Palace. In this book, young readers will discover the landmarks, traditions, and food of a country known for sophistication and afternoon tea.
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Amphibians
Kari Schuetz
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2012)"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to amphibians. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
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Hummingbirds
Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2014)"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces Hummingbirds to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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Cranes
Chris Bowman
Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)Boom and jib. These are two crane parts with fun names. They are the long arms of the machine, moving to lift heavy materials to skyscraper heights. In this low-level read, children will learn how the many parts of a crane work together to build towering structures.
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