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After the Dinosaurs
After the Dinosaurs

David West · Smart Apple Media
Format: Book

PREHISTORIC! is a series of illustrated books that captures some of the amazing creatures that roamed the Earth from before the dinosaurs to the rise of humans.
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Oh, Ick!: 117 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!
Oh, Ick!: 117 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out!

Joy Masoff · Workman Publishing
Pages: 288
Format: Print book

From the bestselling author of Oh, Yuck! and Oh, Yikes!, with over 1.25 million copies in print, here is an A-Z compendium of hands-on grossness. Featuring 117 interactive experiments and ick-tivities, Oh, Ick! delves into the science behind everything disgusting. Stage an Ooze Olympics...
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Cougars
Cougars

John Hamilton · ABDO & Daughters
Format: Hardcover

Learn the history of the Cougar and its different versions, as well as Cougar specifications including size and weight, top speed, armament, and cost. Also described are the roles of Cougar crew members--the driver and the co-driver. Protective features,aTitle: CougarsAuthor: Hamilton,...
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Light and Its Effects
Light and Its Effects

Jenna Winterberg · Teacher Created Materials
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback

Light heats our skin, helps us see in the dark, and even helps cure cancer. Light is also used for many things that we may not know about. Learn how light is formed, how it helps us every day, and much more by diving into the pages of this engaging book. High-interest text and vibrant images...
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Egypt: A Benjamin Blog and His Inquisitive Dog Guide
Egypt: A Benjamin Blog and His Inquisitive Dog Guide

Anita Ganeri · Raintree
Format: Book

Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the worlds most fascinating countries Egypt! The book includes chapters on Egyptian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique...
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Shelter Dogs
Shelter Dogs

Meish Goldish · Bearport Publishing
Format: Book

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The Young Investigator's Guide to Ancient Aliens
The Young Investigator's Guide to Ancient Aliens

History Channel · Roaring Brook
Pages: 105
Format: Print book

As a tie-in to the wildly successful History Channel show, perfect for young readers, here's a book filled with fascinating tales, ancient folklore, and compelling evidence of the role extraterrestrials may have played in human history. What really happened to the dinosaurs? Who actually...
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Money and Government (Understanding Money: Heinemann Infosearch)
Money and Government (Understanding Money: Heinemann Infosearch)

Patrick Catel · Heinemann-Raintree
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback

This book explores how the U.S. government is involved with our money.
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Velociraptor
Velociraptor

Charles Lennie · Abdo Kids
Format: Book

Discusses the Velociraptor, what it looked like, what it ate, and where their fossils have been found.
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Northeast and Metropolitan Regions
Northeast and Metropolitan Regions

Nancy Allen · Rourke Pub Group
Format: Book

From School Library Journal Gr 3-5-Large photos are the dominant feature of these books, which begin with a map of each region, followed by information about its indigenous peoples and later settlers, current populations, agriculture and industry, and regional cultures....
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Skills for Social Success
Skills for Social Success

Meg Greve · Rourke Educational Media,
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

From School Library Journal Gr 3-5-This upbeat series is perhaps most helpful for parents looking for a resource to help their kids gain a new perspective on matters such as academic success, community involvement, patience, and being part of a team. The books have a light...
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Killer Snakes (Animal Attack)
Killer Snakes (Animal Attack)

Alex Woolf · Arcturus Pub
Pages: 32
Format: Book

If you ever wanted to know how Snakes survive in the wild, find out in this fascinating book about survival. Different snakes will use different techniques for killing their prey. Some inject deadly venom through their fangs and others squeeze their prey to death. All snakes have to hunt...
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Coding Projects in Scratch
Coding Projects in Scratch

Dk Publishing. · Dk Publishing
Pages: 224
Format: Print book

Using fun graphics and easy-to-follow instructions, Coding Projects in Scratch is a straightforward, visual guide that shows young learners how to build their own computer projects using Scratch, a popular free programming language.Kids can animate their favorite characters, build games...
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