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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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  • Butterflies

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Did you know that some adult butterflies change their appearance depending on the season? These unique insects use their colorful wings to attract mates, ward off predators, or blend in with their surroundings. Learn all about how a butterfly grows into its wings!
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  • Fruit Group

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Natural storehouses of vitamin C, fiber, and untamed sweetness, fruits are ripe with health benefits. In this book, kids will learn why it is important to bite into that apple or peel that orange.
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  • Switzerland

    Derek Zobel

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Famous for the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps, Switzerland is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts all over the world. Swiss alpine culture is also known for a long wooden horn called the alphorn and the tradition of yodeling. Explore the stunning landscapes, unique culture, and bustling cities of this small European country.
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  • Ethiopia

    Ellen Frazel

    Hardcover (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Two sections of Earth's crust meet to form the Great Rift Valley in the middle of Ethiopia. Bordering the valley are some of Africa's most expansive highland areas, lending Ethiopia the nickname, "the roof of Africa." Discover the diversity of landscapes, people, and wildlife in this informative title for young readers.
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  • Shrimp

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Many shrimp can light up and squirt bright clouds from their bodies to scare away predators! Beginning readers will discover what shrimp look like and how they move and eat.
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  • Pugs

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Pugs have a snoring problem that can't be helped. Short, flat muzzles set the wrinkly-faced canines up for noisy breathing during naptime. Good thing pug owners find the sound endearing! This and other quirks will make for memorable elementary reading.
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  • DK Reader Level 2: What Is an Election?

    DK

    Paperback (DK Children, July 14, 2020)
    Packed with facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power.With this nonfiction politics book, children will learn about where and how democracy began and how it has developed over the years.What is an Election? is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four-level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are beginning to learn to read. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they learn to read.DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read while building general knowledge. What is an Election? explores a topic that will inspire and educate children, encouraging reading for pleasure which is linked with improved reading and writing abilities, as well as a wider vocabulary and greater self-confidence.
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  • Simone Biles: Olympic Gymnast

    Kate Moening

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2020)
    After years of dedication and diligent training, Simone Biles and her collection of gold medals have proven she is the greatest gymnast of her time! She is still a young woman with a lot to prove as she gears up for another Olympic games. Follow Simones path to greatness in this title for early readers. Special features include a hometown map, a profile, quotes and more.
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  • Dachshunds

    Mari Schuh

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    These short, long dogs were bred for the burrows. Instinctive diggers and protectors, Dachshunds should not be left alone outdoors. Instead, give them a pile of blankets to explore in your home. Hang with these hounds in this interesting title for reluctant readers.
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  • Manta Rays

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Manta rays are large, graceful ocean animals. They glide through the water on slowly flapping fins. Find out what manta rays look like, how they eat, and how they are able to jump and breach the surface of the waters in which they live.
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  • Frogfish

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Frogfish rarely swim. Instead, they 'walk' on their fins, crawling along the sea floor. This book teaches children how frogfish look, how they travel underwater, and that they wiggle to catch prey.
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