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Mites

Lorraine Harrison · PowerKids Press
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Mites are pesky parasites, and humans are their unwilling hosts. Readers learn important information about mites that supports common science curriculum topics, such as a mites life cycle. They also learn what happens to a persons body when a mite feeds on it, as well as how to get rid of these...
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What Is Chasing Duck?

Jan Thomas · HMH Books for Young Readers
Pages: 48
Format: Hardcover

What is chasing Duck? Is it something wild and hairy? Does it have big teeth? Who will help protect Duck? Featuring Jan Thomas's wonderfully wacky humor, rowdy repetitions, and hilarious characters, this book is sure to have young readers laughing out loud!
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Polar Bear: Killer King of the Arctic

Louise Spilsbury · Windmill Books

Discusses how and why polar bears are at the top of the food chain in the Arctic.
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The Santa Thief

Alane Adams · SparkPress
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover

It's winter in Girard, Pennsylvania and the pond is completely frozen over -- ready for a young boy to go skating! -- but Georgie's ice skates are too small. All Georgie wants for Christmas is a new pair of skates. But times are tough in 1920s Pennsylvania, and he gets the disappointing...
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Manners with Friends

Josh Plattner · Abdo Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Hardcover

Mind your manners! Manners with Friends uses fun photographs and simple text to teach kids about everyday etiquette. From shaking hands to giving hugs to saying sorry Manners with Friends has it covered. This title helps develop and reinforce language, reading skills, and proper behavior....
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Elizabeth, Queen of the Seas

Lynne Cox · Schwartz & Wade Books
Pages: 48
Format: Book

World-renowned swimmer and bestselling author Lynne Cox and Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator Brian Floca team up to bring us this inspiring story of an elephant seal who knew exactly where she belonged. Here is the incredible story of Elizabeth, a real-life elephant seal who made her home...
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Octopuses

LEO STATTS · ABDO ZOOM
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Learn all about octopuses and their flexible tentacles Easy-to-read text and vibrant, full-color photos captivate young readers and bring these fascinating animals to life. Plus, quick stats diagrams and bolded glossary terms invite readers to zoom in and learn more. Aligned to Common Core...
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Egypt

Christine Juarez · Capstone Press
Format: Print book

Travel to Egypt. Find out the facts about this country in Africa.
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Who Did It?

Wiley Blevins · Red Chair Pr
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding

There's new mystery in the neighborhood. Miss Puffy's toy mouse is missing. Will Ick and Crud be blamed?or will the doggie duo solve the CATastrophic crime?
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Zebras and Ostriches

Kevin Cunningham · Cherry Lake Publishing
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

The Better Together series presents an introductory look at some of nature's most exciting cooperative pairs. Zebras and Ostriches explores the close mutualistic relationship between the two animals. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting...
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Smell

Clara Reade · PowerKids Press, 2014.
Pages: 24
Format: Print book

Learn about the sense of smell.
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Waiting

Kevin Henkes · Greenwillow Books
Pages: 32
Format: Print book

Caldecott Honor and Geisel Honor BookWhat are you waiting for? An owl, a puppy, a bear, a rabbit, and a pig all toys arranged on a child s windowsill wait for marvelous things to happen in this irresistible picture book by the New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes....
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Harry Houdini : illusionist & stunt performer

Grace Hansen · Abdo Kids
Pages: 24
Format:  Print book : Biography : Juvenile audience : English

The name Harry Houdini is a household one and synonymous with magic and the art of disappearing. Yet, few know the real story of this entertainer and illusionist. This title will teach readers more about Erik Weisz and how he came to be known as the great Houdini. Complete with a timeline...
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DK Readers L3: DC Comics Wonder Woman: Warrior for Justice!

LIZ MARSHAM · DK Publishing
Pages: 64
Format: Print book

Enter the exciting world of Wonder Woman Join the Amazon Princess on her quest to protect Earth from evil. Discover her amazing superpowers, read about her dangerous enemies, and meet brave allies, including the Justice League. Perfect for 7-9 year olds starting to read alone, Level 3 titles...
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Goodnight, Good Dog

Mary Lyn Ray · Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pages: 32
Format: eBook

It's time to say goodnight. But what if a dog isn't sleepy? Intimate and accessible, this young dog story captures how a reluctant pup warms to bedtime in a way that children will recognize immediately--and find as reassuring as their own beds.
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