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21) Raccoons
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Bandit-masked raccoons are versatile in every sense of the word. They inhabit many different terrains and consume just about anything in sight. With sharp claws and agility to back them up, these sneaky mammals thrive wherever they are. Scavenge through the night with some raccoons in this fun title for young readers.
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When faced with an enemy, the opossum flops over and doesn't move. Drool bubbles from its nose, and a smelly liquid might squirt out from its butt. Did it die of fright? No, it's playing dead! Along with other tricks, the opossum pretends to be dead so its enemies will move on to their next snack. Fun text and eye-catching photos introduce this animal in all its gross glory.
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Scorpions are one of the most easily recognized members of the animal kingdom. Unfortunately, they've also acquired an undeserved bad reputation. This book examines the lives of these mysterious nocturnal creatures. Full-color photographs give a close-up view of scorpions' unusual body features. Fact boxes share additional information and dispel myths. While scorpions should be treated with a healthy respect, they're certainly not the villains that...
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Have you ever walked outside in the morning to find that the trash cans you carefully closed last night were overturned? Raccoons in search of a midnight snack may have visited you. These opportunistic eaters have dexterous hands and long fingers, which are perfect for grabbing their next meal. This volume explores the lives of these clever mammals, which have adapted to life almost anywhere. Color photographs and fun fact boxes provide insights into...
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Que se passe-t-il dehors quand tu dors ? Ce texte court et poétique est une histoire idéale pour l'heure de la sieste ou du coucher. Elle initie les jeunes lecteurs aux animaux nocturnes et à leurs comportements. Les lecteurs plus âgés en apprendront plus sur chaque animal grâce aux textes dans la marge. "The book works equally well for lap-sitters and older children since these rhyming verses accompany longer paragraphs about each species....
26) Worms
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This fun book provides an easy-to-read introduction to worms. The book features simple text and vibrant photos, making it a perfect choice for beginning readers. It also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index. This Little Blue Readers book is at Level 1, aligned to reading levels of grades PreK-1 and interest levels of grades PreK-2.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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It's a good thing this spider's prey can't read, because this spider's name gives away its secret. Trap-door spiders build burrows that double as slick traps they use to catch a tasty meal. These cunning eight-legged terrors hide at the bottom of the burrow and wait for dinner to show up at its door. Through incredible photographs showing the building and use of these nests, readers explore the world of trap-door spiders and see how they differ from...
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Welcome to the 6th volume of the 'Curious Kids Series'! Kids are naturally curious about the world around them. These series aims to help fill that curiosity and teach them about the world around them. With bright, colorful pictures and simply written facts, the 'Curious Kids Series' is exactly what parents are looking to fill those bookshelf spaces!In this volume, we explore bats. Will vampire bats really drink a person's blood? How do bats see where...
29) Quokka
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title covers basic information about quokkas, one of Australia's cutest and happiest marsupials! Information in this title covers a quokka's habitat, diet, habits, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Owen is an owl that cannot "hoot." He is banished from the forest because of his inability to make an owl "hoot." The night of the contest to determine the best "hooter" in the forest Owen is looking on, not part of the group. He notices a shadow and realized it is a wolf sneaking up on three baby owls that had fallen out of their nest. He lets out a giant "hoot" and saves the day. He is awarded first prize in the hooting contest. The moral of the...
32) Skunks at Night
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Oh, no! What's that awful smell? Has someone crossed paths with a skunk? Although they're best known for their distinctive odor when threatened, most skunks are happy to go about their business quietly in the dark. This book explores the life cycle and habits of a creature that most of us hope we'll never encounter. Color photographs depict in detail what most people see only as a shadow moving in the darkness. Fact boxes provide fun insights.
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Cricket song is a lovely, drowsy sound to fall asleep to. This book explores the lives of crickets, an insect whose day is just beginning when yours is ending. Crickets wake up when the sun sets and begin their night of hunting and eating, or of being hunted and eaten. Color photographs provide a close-up view of the creatures that make that delightful chirping sound. Fun fact boxes contain insights into their nightly activities.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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These killer spiders don't like to be bothered, and most people will gladly keep their distance. When they do get close to humans, however, it can be very dangerous. A brown recluse bite is full of venom and needs immediate medical attention. This book is full of facts about these fierce arachnids, how they live, and what to do if you find yourself face-to-face with the feared brown recluse. Readers will also discover how the changing climate on Earth...
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Houdini, Waffles, Mercy and Morag are at the seaside! Join the funtastic four as they make a strange new friend with a fishy perfume. Not to worry, four become five (for this adventure) as Houdini and friends discover a salty new world of different creatures in all shapes and sizes! A sun-soaked day at the beach has never been this much fun!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Slow lorises are big-eyed primates. They look so sweet that it might be tempting to approach these cute creatures, but don't touch, slow lorises are very poisonous. When they think they're in danger, they may deliver a toxic bite. Readers will find out much more about these fascinating creatures, including details about their habitat, diet, and life cycle. The entertaining text coupled with appealing photographs make this volume a high-interest experience...
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Don't miss out on the inaugural adventure of the instantly loveable "Houdini" the Hedgehog as he rolls unexpectedly from one escapade to another. Meet Waffles, Mercy and Morag, too, in this delightful tale of the value of friendship, no matter how different we may look on the outside, in a world where not everybody seems to have your best interests at heart.
38) Bats at Night
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When many people are getting ready to go to sleep, most bats are waking up and stretching their wings. This book explores facts and fallacies about the world's only flying mammal. Informative text and fun fact boxes explain how important bats are to the ecosystem and how misunderstood they are at times. Color photographs show that some bats are also very cute. Readers will find out why bats are nothing to be afraid of, unless you happen to be an insect,...
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Today, little Pacey hears the five words he dreads the most. "Let's go to the dentist." The boy absolutely doesn't want to go, but after sitting in the chair and meeting Dr. Dennis, an incredible thing happens. He introduces him to his friends, Mr. Whistle and Mr. Bumpy, and the three of them go to work. In just a bit, little Pacey's sugar bugs are flying all around, hiding everywhere except in between his teeth.
This exciting rhyming story will...
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Gardens at night are mysterious and busy places. Hatty never knows whom she will meet when she leaves home. In this book, her moonlight encounters give us an insight into life in a garden after dark. It must seem quite a scary place for a little hedgehog as she goes in search of food, but we know she has a coat of quills to protect her. Nevertheless, there can be surprises and dangers on her nightly journey.
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