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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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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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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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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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Sea Horses
Ann Herriges
Paperback (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2006)Did you know that there is a fish with the head of a horse? This book introduces children to sea horses--how they look, use a snout to eat, hide on the ocean floor, and have babies.
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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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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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