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Jackrabbits
Christina Leaf
Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)Did you know that jackrabbits can move up to 40 miles per hour? They have to be quick to avoid hungry predators. Find out other ways these speedy animals have adapted to survive in this captivating read.
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Honduras
Ellen Frazel
Hardcover (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2013)From the central mountains and valleys to the rain forests of La Mosquitia, Honduras is a land of natural beauty. Not every wonder in the country is nature-made, however. The Copán Ruins in western Honduras are relics of Mayan artistry and a reflection of the beauty to be found in the people, lands, and customs of Honduras.
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Boxers
Mari Schuh
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)Don't let boxers intimidate you. They're actually one of the goofiest dog breeds! Although their muscular bodies and watchful dispositions make them great police dogs, boxers are also loyal family companions. Find out more about the boxer's personality in this title for young learners.
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Madagascar
Ellen Frazel
Hardcover (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2013)From outer space, Madagascar appears to be bleeding. This is because the island's red soil runs off into the ocean. On land, Madagascar is a world of its own. More than half of the resident wildlife cannot be found in any other country. Open this book and explore Madagascar, an island teeming with life, color, and beauty.
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Collared Lemmings
Rebecca Pettiford
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)Burrowing deep under the snow, collared lemmings use their shovel-like claws to create a secret world of tunnels hidden from predators. These small rodents put on their white winter coat each fall to blend in with their snowy home. Early readers will love digging through the pages of this fun, fact-filled read about the adaptations of collared lemmings.
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Poison Dart Frogs
Rachel Grack
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)Poison dart frogs are the jewels of the rain forest. But dont get too close! These beautiful little frogs are loaded with poison that could prove fatal. These unusual critters have many special skills that keep them alive in a busy rain forest full of predators. This colorful title about the poison dart frogs survival traits will amaze readers with its bright photos and informative infographics!
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Bull Snakes
Ellen Frazel
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2011)Known for its fierce attitude, the bull snake is very defensive when threatened. Its main method of defense is to move its tail quickly in leaves and flatten its head so it looks like a rattlesnake. Read more about the bull snake's amazing rattlesnake impression and other methods of intimidation in this exciting book!
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Red-tailed Hawks
Megan Borgert-Spaniol
Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)Red-tailed hawks have excellent eyesight. These birds of prey soar high in the air, scanning open fields for small prey. When they find their target, they go into a dive and ambush their prey. Elementary students will be all eyes when they grab this informative title on red-tailed hawks.
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Herons
Rachel Grack
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)A tall heron stands in a swampy marsh. The heron bends its long neck to clean soft down feathers. These special feathers help herons stay clean and dry in the muddy wetlands! They are just one of many ways the heron has adapted to the wetlands biome. This low-level book uses maps, status charts, diet infographics, and other features to introduce readers to herons and their adaptations. Swamps, marshes, and other wetlands are home to some of the worlds most interesting animals. But life isnt always easy for these creatures. They must adapt to escape predators, find food, and build shelter in their watery habitats. Packed with features such as animal profiles and range maps, this low-level series will give readers a sneak peek into the lives of the animals that make homes in the wetlands biome.
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Sea Snakes
Colleen Sexton
Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2010)Sea snakes are skilled underwater breathers able to spit out stored saltwater with their tongues. Kids will learn what these ocean creatures look like, how they swim and thrive in water, and how they hunt near the ocean floor.
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