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Books in Blastoff Readers. Level 3, North American Animals series

  • Salmon Migration

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    During their travels from oceans to rivers, salmon undergo many changes! Their gills change so they can breath in changing waters, and their scales transform from a shining silver to a darker hue so others know they are ready to spawn. Readers will be swimming in information and special features in this adventurous book on salmon migration. Infographics give quick stats on the animal and their journeys. Migration maps show the travel path and main stopping points. Warning signs use iconography to call out travel dangers and obstacles. Speedometer graphics highlight top speed.
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  • Caribou

    Tammy Gagne

    Paperback (Focus Readers, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of caribou. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.
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  • 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.
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  • American Bison

    Tyler Omoth

    Paperback (Focus Readers, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of American bison. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.
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  • Common Garter Snakes

    Rebecca Sabelko

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Ssss! Is that a common garter snake hiding in the brush? These cold-blooded critters slither through meadows all across the United States. In this low-level title, early readers will learn all about how common garter snakes hunt, hibernate, and hatch their young.
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  • Leatherback Sea Turtle Migration

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    As fall days grow darker and the sun doesnt shine as bright, leatherback sea turtles sense the change in seasons and head out to sea. They make their way to their home beaches to nest. About 100 eggs fill each hole! Readers can follow the leatherbacks as they cruise along ocean currents in this engaging title. Infographics give quick stats on the animal and their journeys. Migration maps show the travel path and main stopping points. Warning signs use iconography to call out travel dangers and obstacles. Speedometer graphics highlight top speed.
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  • Bighorn Sheep

    Tammy Gagne

    Hardcover (Focus Readers, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of bighorn sheep. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.
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  • Monarch Butterfly Migration

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    For monarch butterflies, the crisp air of fall signals a time for change. Along with the changing colors of the trees, the skies are filled with these bright orange insects as they make their way to warmer weather. Monarchs delicate wings help them glide with the southern wind during their migration to Mexico. This book contains vibrant photos and marked maps allow readers to become immersed in the lives of monarch butterflies. Infographics give quick stats on the animal and their journeys. Migration maps show the travel path and main stopping points. Warning signs use iconography to call out travel dangers and obstacles. Speedometer graphics highlight top speed.
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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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  • American Beavers

    Alicia Z. Klepeis

    Paperback (Focus Readers, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of American beavers. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.
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  • 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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  • Fish

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Underwater, a large, lively community of unique animals thrives. Many of these animals belong to the fish class. There are colorful clownfish, lurking sharks, and silly sea horses. There are fish named after lions, tigers, elephants, and other wild animals. Swim your way through basic information about fish in this introductory title.
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