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Books in North American Animals: Blastoff Readers, Level 3 series

  • Northern Leopard Frogs

    Rebecca Sabelko

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Female northern leopard frogs can lay up to 6,000 eggs! The tadpoles will grow up into some of the quickest little amphibians around. Northern leopard frogs have a host of adaptations to help them hop through migration, hibernation, and breeding seasons. Early readers will be captivated by this informative title.
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  • Common Box Turtles

    Al Albertson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Common box turtles are experts at avoiding predators. They can close their shells so that they are nearly impossible to open! Find out where these fascinating reptiles live, what they eat, and how they stay safe from predators in this leveled text. Features on predators and baby turtles support the text, along with colorful photos, to bring young readers out of their shells! The North American continent is filled with animals of all sizes and appetites. Some splash in rivers and swamps while others nest in trees and soar through open skies. Thousands of species roam the prairies, mountains, deserts, and forests that they call home. Meet your wild neighbors in this series for young readers!
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  • Muskrats

    Al Albertson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Muskrats are super swimmers! These semi-aquatic rodents can hold their breath for up to 20 minutes! In this engaging text, bright photos and special features illustrating conservation status, range, and identifying characteristics support information on the lives of muskrats, from habitat and favorite foods to how they grow. Dive into this fact-filled title for young readers! The North American continent is filled with animals of all sizes and appetites. Some splash in rivers and swamps while others nest in trees and soar through open skies. Thousands of species roam the prairies, mountains, deserts, and forests that they call home. Meet your wild neighbors in this series for young readers!
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  • Roadrunners

    Christina Leighton

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to roadrunners. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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  • Gila Monsters

    Rebecca Sabelko

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Gila monsters are as fascinating as they are elusive. Burrowed underground, these colorful carnivores hunt at dawn and eat just four times a year. Curious students will love this journey across the southwestern desert! ""On the Menu"" features visually depict what each animal eats. Range maps and conservation status bars show common locations of animals and their levels of risk of endangerment. Size comparison diagrams use scale and comparison to show size. Informational sidebars show basic anatomy of animals to help identification in the wild.
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  • Gray Wolves

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    In childrens stories, gray wolves are often cast as villains. But these powerful predators are a vital part of North Americas wilderness. Hunt down more information about these important animals in this title for young readers.
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  • Cottonmouths

    Al Albertson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Cottonmouths are named for the white insides of their mouths. But dont get too close! These snakes have a venomous bite. This title explores how cottonmouths use their deadly bite to capture prey and provides facts on other characteristics that help the snakes hunt and avoid predators. Special features show size comparisons and identifying traits to support leveled text. Slither up to this title for early readers and get ready to learn! The North American continent is filled with animals of all sizes and appetites. Some splash in rivers and swamps while others nest in trees and soar through open skies. Thousands of species roam the prairies, mountains, deserts, and forests that they call home. Meet your wild neighbors in this series for young readers!
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  • Gray Squirrels

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Gray squirrels have to be tricky to keep their food from being stolen. They bury acorns all over and dig them up again later. Curious readers can learn more fun facts about these clever animals in this exciting title.
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  • Red Foxes

    Megan Borgert-Spaniol

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Red foxes get a lot of use out of their bushy tails! Called a brush, it helps them balance, communicate with other foxes, and it even keeps them warm on cold nights! See what else these sly critters are capable of in this title for young students.
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  • Pronghorn

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Whether they are outsprinting a predator or completing the longest land-animal migration in North America, pronghorn show they were born to run. They can reach speeds of about 55 miles per hour! Learn more about these speedy animals in this educational title for young readers.
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  • Jackrabbits

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    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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  • American Bison

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    American bison used to number in the millions. Large herds roamed the plains of North America. Today, thousands can still be found grazing on protected lands. Find out more about the largest land animals in North America in this informative title for young readers.
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