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  • Life Cycle of a Ladybug, The

    Colleen Sexton, Full-color photography

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Ladybugs spend part of their life cycle as larva. Every day a ladybug larva eats about 30 tiny green insects called aphids. Young children will watch a ladybug go from egg to adult.
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  • The Life Cycle of a Penguin

    Colleen Sexton, Full-color photography

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 2, 2010)
    Penguins must complete their life cycle in very cold temperatures. To protect their eggs from the cold, penguins use brood patches. Students will watch a penguin chick hatch from an egg and grow into an adult.
    K

  • Jackrabbits

    Christina Leaf

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Did you know that jackrabbits can move up to 40 miles per hour? They have to be quick to avoid hungry predators. Find out other ways these speedy animals have adapted to survive in this captivating read.
    K

  • Reptiles

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Dinosaurs, the worlds most notorious reptiles, became extinct a long time ago. However, their cold-blooded, scaly reptile relatives still creep around today. While people no longer have to fear the teeth of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, they still encounter the jaws of alligators, crocodiles, and snakes. Explore the reptile realm in this book for beginning readers.
    G

  • Mammals

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    The largest animal alive is a mammal. It is the 150-ton blue whale. This whale is not only large but also loud louder than a jet engine! Turn the pages of this book to learn about the characteristics of mammals and understand the ways in which whales, bats, and elephants are all similar.
    G

  • Bull Snakes

    Ellen Frazel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Known for its fierce attitude, the bull snake is very defensive when threatened. Its main method of defense is to move its tail quickly in leaves and flatten its head so it looks like a rattlesnake. Read more about the bull snake's amazing rattlesnake impression and other methods of intimidation in this exciting book!
    J

  • 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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  • Sea Snakes

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Sea snakes are skilled underwater breathers able to spit out stored saltwater with their tongues. Kids will learn what these ocean creatures look like, how they swim and thrive in water, and how they hunt near the ocean floor.
    L

  • Boxers

    Mari Schuh

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Don't let boxers intimidate you. They're actually one of the goofiest dog breeds! Although their muscular bodies and watchful dispositions make them great police dogs, boxers are also loyal family companions. Find out more about the boxer's personality in this title for young learners.
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  • Insects

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Members of the insect class often get a bad rap. People swat at them, stomp on them, and go to great lengths to repel them. Though some insects are pests that spread disease, many are actually helpers, pollinating plants and eating other insects that wreak havoc. Investigate the world of insects and discover that many are a class act!
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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.
    S

  • Birds

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Compare a hummingbird and an ostrich; the differences are striking! One is tiny and hovers in the air like a helicopter. The other is massive and stays grounded, sprinting rather than flying. Though opposite in many ways, hummingbirds and ostriches share features such as feathers and wings that mean they are both birds. Discover how all birds are alike in this informative title.
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