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Books in Blastoff Readers: Level 2, Cool Cats series

  • Cuba

    Walter Simmons

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Cuba is a group of several islands. Long ago, one of the islands was called Treasure Island because it was a home base for many Caribbean pirates. Young readers will learn about life in modern Cuba - the school system, the delicious food, and the vibrancy of Cuban culture.
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  • The Dominican Republic

    Walter Simmons

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2012)
    The Dominican Republic was the first place Christopher Columbus landed when he sailed to the Americas from Europe in 1492. Today, the people of this Caribbean nation are known for their love of music, dance, and baseball. In this title, readers will learn about the geography and culture of the Dominican Republic.
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  • Polar Bears

    Rebecca Pettiford

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Polar bears are built for subzero temperatures! With black skin to absorb the suns rays, two layers of thick fur to trap heat, and blubber lying under their skin, these bears are ready to take on any cold weather. Discover the many special adaptations of polar bears in this title about their lives in the Arctic!
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  • Turtles

    Emily Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Did you know that some turtles live to be over 100 years old? Some live in the ocean, others on land, and some live both in water and on land! Young readers will discover what turtles eat, where they live, and how their shells and other physical features help them survive in the wild.
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  • Martin Luther King, Jr.: A Life of Fairness

    Tonya Leslie

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed about a day when people would not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. This book introduces young readers to a man who fully believed in fairness.
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  • Orcas

    Anne Wendorff

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Orcas communicate with whistles and clicks and can recognize each other's voices. Young readers will learn how orcas look, breach the water to breathe, hunt ocean animals, and live in pods.
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  • Grains Group

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Not all grains are created equal. Many grain products are made with only part of the grain kernel, but we need the whole thing. Learn why the difference is significant and how you can fill your plate with the right kind of grain.
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  • Chile

    Lisa Owings

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Chile is a long, narrow country that stretches along the Pacific Ocean on the west coast of South America. It has many different landscapes, including the Atacama, the driest desert in the world! Young readers will explore Chile's landscapes, discovering the famous Easter Island statues, the diverse wildlife, and the people that call the country home.
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  • Vietnam

    Walter Simmons

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Vietnam is famous for Ha Long Bay, a unique bay that formed over millions of years. Its scenic isles draw tourists from around the world. It is one of several marvels in Vietnam. Readers will explore other geographic features of Vietnam as well as the culture and traditions of the Vietnamese people.
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  • Japan

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 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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  • Earwigs

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Contrary to their name's suggestion, earwigs do not crawl into people's ears. Earwigs have pinchers on their bodies that they use to fight other earwigs or pick up food. Find out about the other parts of an earwig's body, what earwigs eat, and how earwigs take care of their young.
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  • Golf

    Ray McClellan

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 8, 2010)
    Great golfers mainly get eagles and birdies, meaning they shoot under par! This book introduces young readers to the game of golf. It explains the sport's basic rules, necessary equipment, early beginnings, and how to train to qualify for the professional tour.
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