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Collies are known for their extreme devotion to their owners. Icelandic Sheepdogs are born with extra toes. Learn all about the characteristics of herding dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these energetic canines.
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The Rottweiler has the strongest bite of all dog breeds. Some Siberian Huskies have one blue eye and one brown eye. Learn all about the characteristics of working dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these lovable canines.
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Beagles have a special sound they make when hunting. Dachshunds love to dig and be outdoors. Learn all about the characteristics of hound dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these curious canines.
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Chinese Cresteds have sweat glands, unlike most dogs. The Maltese is one of the oldest dog breeds. Learn all about the characteristics of toy dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these tiny canines.
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Jack Russell Terriers can jump five times their own height. Welsh Terriers barely shed. Learn all about the characteristics of terrier dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these intelligent canines.
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A German Shorthaired Pointer's nose is always the same color as its coat. A Spinone Italiano drools a lot more than other dogs. Learn all about the characteristics of sporting dog breeds and much more! Packed with amazing photographs and fun facts, dog owners and fans will get an in-depth look at these hunting canines.
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With amazing speed and razor-sharp teeth, a shark is one of the deadliest hunters in the ocean. Readers will learn about what makes sharks such dangerous predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these awesome creatures.
9) Lions
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Lions are often called the king of the beasts. They rank among the largest cats in the world and, other than people, they have no predators. Learn more about these fearless cats, including where they live and how they work together in groups to ensure their survival.
10) John Cena
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This series introduces readers to eight popular contemporary wrestlers, covering their early lives, wrestling careers, skills, and signature moves. Each title features informative sidebars, engaging infographics, vivid photographs, and a glossary.
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Some snakes squeeze their prey. Some snakes use their venom to kill their dinner. Whatever their style, snakes are deadly predators. Readers will learn about what makes snakes such amazing predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these slithering creatures.
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With shocking speed, a crocodile can lunge at its prey and grab it with its strong jaws and razor-sharp teeth. Readers will learn about what makes crocodiles such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these awesome creatures.
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An octopus that looks like an elephant. A monkey with a moustache. A rodent that detects danger. All kinds of things can make an animal really stick out! Give readers the details about the strangest animals around, including their odd appearances and bizarre behaviors. Large, colorful photos entice young readers while fact boxes support the text.
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Computer scientists code the programs that we use every day on our computers, tablets, and smartphones. They help us work, communicate, and play games. Women in Computer Science looks at individuals who are making a major difference in this field. Compelling text, full-color photos, and helpful back matter highlight these women and their work. Features include a table of contents, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core...
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Humans often benefit from the everyday actions of animals. See how ladybugs help plants grow, and beavers battle floods. Give readers the details about the hardest working animals around, including their ranges, habitats, appearances, and behaviors. Large, colorful photos entice young readers while fact boxes support the text.
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As Americans, many of us take our freedoms for granted. But imagine living in a nation where even your basic human rights were denied. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights created a basic standard for how people should be treated throughout the world regardless of gender, race, or religion. Getting every country to honor the document, though, can be a difficult task. In many cases poverty, wars, and even natural disasters have complicated the...
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Dodgeball is a fun game that kids often play at summer camp. Some schools and community centers also have dodgeball teams that kids can join. There are several variations of this game. In all of them, the object is to eliminate players from the game one at a time. Players throw large, rubber balls at the other players. Once a player is hit, that person is tagged out of the game. When played safely, dodgeball is a fun and challenging sport.
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Kickball is a fun game that is a lot like baseball. Two teams compete on a field with bases in a diamond pattern. But instead of hitting a baseball with a bat, they kick a large ball. Each kicker to make it around all four bases scores a run. After five innings, the team with the most runs wins. One of the most fun places to play kickball is summer day camp. Kids may not know one another when they arrive at summer day camp. But games like this are...
20) Manx Cats
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Learn more about Manx cats, including cat care and these cats' extra short tails. Do you love cats? Maybe your family has a pet cat. Or maybe you'd like to learn more about cats before having one as a pet. Each book in the Domestic Cat series introduces a different cat breed. The series features photographs and easy-to-read text about the cats' appearances and personalities. It also includes facts about some famous cats! Additional features to aid...
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