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Books in Life Cycles: Blastoff Readers, Level 3 series

  • Life Cycle of a Ladybug, The

    Colleen Sexton, Full-color photography

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Ladybugs spend part of their life cycle as larva. Every day a ladybug larva eats about 30 tiny green insects called aphids. Young children will watch a ladybug go from egg to adult.
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  • The Life Cycle of a Penguin

    Colleen Sexton, Full-color photography

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Aug. 2, 2010)
    Penguins must complete their life cycle in very cold temperatures. To protect their eggs from the cold, penguins use brood patches. Students will watch a penguin chick hatch from an egg and grow into an adult.
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  • Life Cycle of a Dog, The

    Colleen Sexton, Full-color photography

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Dogs begin their life cycle as puppies in a litter. A newborn puppy sleeps for 20 hours a day as it grows! Children will watch a puppy move from a large litter to a loving home as it grows up.
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Amphibians

    Kari Schuetz

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Aug. 1, 2012)
    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to amphibians. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
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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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  • Life in a Forest

    Laura Hamilton Waxman

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    For millions of years, forests have hosted complex life forms. Trees reach toward the sun as creatures of all shapes and sizes interact with their environment. Birds nestle on sturdy branches while non-flyers search for food and rest in the underbrush. This title will show young readers the importance of forests and how life thrives in these wooded areas!
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  • Humpback Whales

    Christina Leaf

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Feb. 1, 2017)
    Nearly as large as a school bus, humpback whales are a sight to see! Near the surface, these giants will come up to breathe from their blowholes. They migrate to find food and may hunt in groups. Since these whales do not have teeth, they happily gulp prey with their enormous mouths. Deep below the surface, males sing songs. Get in tune with humpback whales and pick up this book for young learners.
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  • Life in a Coral Reef

    Kari Schuetz

    Paperback (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Coral reefs are home to thousands of living species, including some of the most vibrant plants and animals on the planet. Many reef inhabitants help each other survive. Sea anemones, for example, provide shelter for clownfish. In return, the striped fish bring tasty treats to the anemones and help lure prey into their tentacles! Dive into this colorful, educational book for young learners.
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