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Books in Cool Cats: Blastoff! Readers, Level 2 series

  • Sea Anemones

    Martha E. H. Rustad

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Sea anemones have poisonous tentacles that they use to sting some kinds of fish. Explore what sea anemones are, where they live, and how they protect clown fish!
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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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  • Siberian Huskies

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Roamers, runners, and mischief-makers are all words to describe Siberian huskies. With an aptitude for speed and endurance, this breed loves to pull sleds and work in search and rescue missions. Natural pack instincts also make Siberians perfect pets for big families with children! Uncover the spirit of Siberian huskies in this title for inquisitive young readers.
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  • Swordfish

    Colleen Sexton

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 15, 2009)
    Did you know that swordfish can move at 50 miles per hour? Their sleek bodies and swords help them cut through water. This book explores the swordfish as an ocean animal and hunter.
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  • Caves

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    There are many different kinds of caves found all around the world. Many are millions of years old! Students will explore the many different kinds of caves, their unique features, and the difference between stalactites and stalagmites.
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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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  • Corals

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Though corals look like plants and sunlight helps them grow, corals are actually animals! Find out where corals live, what they look like, and how they eat and make coral reefs.
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  • Jellyfish

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Wherever the ocean current takes them, jellyfish go. They are considered drifters. Follow jellyfish as they move underwater and discover why they are known for their sting!
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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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  • Octopuses

    Ann Herriges

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Did you know that octopuses are good escape artists? They can squirt dark ink into the water to surprise predators. Beginning readers will discover how octopuses use their eight arms to move, hide, and search for prey. In Oceans Alive, young learners are introduced to the physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of animals including sharks, whales, clown fish, and many more creatures of the sea.
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  • Walkingsticks

    Emily K. Green

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Do you think you could spot a walkingstick on a tree branch? Walkingsticks are able to camouflage themselves so completely with their surroundings that some develop leaf-like veins on their bodies. This book introduces how these amazing insects live, hide from predators, and find food.
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