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Books in Blastoff! Readers, Level 1: Animal Safari series

  • 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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  • Crocodiles

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2014)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces crocodiles to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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  • Cows

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 30, 2007)
    Early in the morning, farmers wake up to milk their dairy cows. People need milk to make cheese and ice cream. Young readers will learn how cows live on the farm and give people milk.
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  • Guatemala

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Guatemala, a hotspot of unique wildlife, boasts 100 rivers, over 250 wetland areas, and many famous volcanoes. Read about this beautiful Central American country and experience the daily life of the Guatemalan people, from work and school to fun and play.
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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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  • Kittens

    Colleen Sexton

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2009)
    After birth, it takes a kitten between seven and ten days to open its eyes. Soon after this, kittens develop quickly into very playful animals. Eager readers will see what kittens eat and how they play.
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  • Nile Crocodiles and Egyptian Plovers

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    A Nile crocodile opens its mouth wide. An Egyptian plover swoops in! It uses its sharp bill to pick at the crocodiles teeth. But this dental work benefits the bird, too. It gets tasty food from the crocodiles mouth! This title will take readers on a trip to the Nile River, where theyll explore the symbiotic relationship between this unusual animal pair.
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  • Chimpanzees

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Though they usually walk on all fours, chimpanzees are very similar to humans. They can stand and walk on just two limbs and are known to use tools. Young readers will be fascinated by the intelligent behaviors of chimpanzees.
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  • Giant Pandas

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Giant pandas are large bears that love to eat bamboo. Only found in small numbers in China, they are considered endangered animals. In this book, young readers will learn about the look, diet, and habits of these rare black and white bears.
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  • Bucket Trucks

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    When you lose electricity during a storm, a bucket truck may come to the rescue. Bucket trucks help people reach things high up like power lines, trees, or traffic lights. Discover a bucket truck's different uses and how this machine works.
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  • Chameleons

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2014)
    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces chameleons to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
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  • Puppies

    Colleen Sexton

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Puppies are born with a fully developed sense of smell. Get a first look at how these lovable household pets grow up, eat, and play.
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