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743) Jaguars
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Provides information about the appearance, homes, eating habits, and reproduction of jaguars, and discusses their endangered status. Includes photographs.
745) We need bees
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"Explores the roles of bees in ecosystems, including bees' importance to ecosystems, threats to bee populations, and conservation efforts. Features sidebars, two infographics, and a "That's Amazing!" special feature"--
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Ten-year-old Angie DelMar is sure that there is something creepy and dangerous about her new neighbor, Ms. Doody: somebody who has a book entitled The ABCs of World Domination is obviously up to no good; but when Angie and her friends steal the growth serum intended to create giant insects they accidentally release it at the local day care--and the town is suddenly besieged by giant screaming toddlers in diapers.
750) Becoming a fly
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"Becoming a Fly reviews each stage in a fly's metamorphosis from a tiny egg to an adult. Carefully chosen photographs accompany the copy, so readers can see and understand a fly's amazing transformation clearly. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."
751) Mae the mayfly
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Soon after Mae the mayfly hatches she is nearly eaten by a trout, sending her into hiding, but knowing she has only one day to enjoy the world gives her courage to venture out again.
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Welcome to the Cirque du Freak, a traveling sideshow filled with magical creatures, misunderstood freaks, and the mysterious vampire, Larten Crepsley. Drawn to the dark, unpredictable world of the Cirque, 16-year-old Darren decides to trade in his ordinary life for a chance to become an immortal vampire. As Darren explores his newfound powers and faces unexpected enemies, he'll find that his existence as a member of the undead is filled with more...
753) The snake fight
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"Ancient warriors! The Battle Bugs have discovered a tunnel that leads directly from Reptile Island to Bug Island. Max must plug it before the Battle Bugs' defenses fall! The tunnels connecting the islands hold more than either side bargained for -- prehistoric creatures ready to battle! The fate of Bug Island rests on the sturdy shell of an ancient snail. Can one bug turn the tide of war?"--Back cover.
754) Anansi goes to lunch
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When three friends invite Anansi the Spider to lunch on the same day, he learns a lesson about greed.
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Whether they live alone or together, in a hive or in a hole in the ground, bees do some of the most important work on the planet: pollinating plants. What's the Buzz? celebrates the magic of bees-from swarming to dancing to making honey-and encourages readers to do their part to keep the hives alive.
All over the world, bee colonies are dwindling, but everyone can do something to help save the bees, from buying local honey to growing a bee-friendly...
758) What the bees see
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"Flowers glow in otherworldly blues and teals. An array of brilliant colors emerges from their petals. By exploring the wonders of the ultraviolet spectrum using innovative imaging technology, we come one step closer to understanding the extraordinary lives of bees. Photographer and horticulturalist Craig P. Burrows has spent the last ten years capturing flowers in this spectrum, and this book collects his stunning ultraviolet-induced visible fluorescence...
759) 13 ways to eat a fly
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"Thirteen flies become tasty snacks in this clever reverse counting book about predators and prey. Science meets subtraction as a swarm of flies buzzes along, losing one member to each predator along the way. Includes a guide to eating bugs, complete withnutritional information for a single serving of flies."--
760) Will ladybug hug?
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Ladybug is a great hugger. But will her friends let her hug? Find out in this surprising book all about consent.