Books from Blastoff! Readers

  • Platypuses
    By Karen Latchana Kenney

    "Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to platypuses. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

  • River Otters
    By Karen Latchana Kenney

    "Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to river otters. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

  • Coral Reefs
    By Karen Latchana Kenney

    Colorful coral reefs are home to many animals! In this title, readers will learn how coral reefs form, who lives in them, and how humans impact reefs.

  • Life in a Desert
    By Kari Schuetz

    Barren land, little rainfall, and deadly temperatures are well-known features of deserts.

  • Centipedes
    By Kari Schuetz

    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces centipedes to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

  • The Life Cycle of a Butterfly
    By Colleen Sexton

    A female butterfly lays eggs on a leaf to begin the butterfly life cycle.

  • Emperor Penguins
    By Heather Adamson

    "Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to emperor penguins. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

  • Animal Life Cycles Set
    By Various Authors

    Animal Life Cycles: Butterfly, Animal Life Cycles: Frog, Animal Life Cycles: Ladybug, Animal Life Cycles: Penguin, Animal Life Cycles: Sea Horse

  • Prairies
    By Hollie Endres

    The United States was once abundant with prairies. Some have been converted to farmland, but other prairies still thrive.

  • Freight Trains
    By Christina Leighton

    The average freight car can hold 200,000 pounds. This is equal to the weight of 15 male bush elephants! Early readers will be impressed by the powerful freight trains in this book moving heavy loads of food, coal, oil, and more!

  • Subway Trains
    By Christina Leighton

    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces subway trains to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

  • Chinese New Year
    By Rachel Grack

    You could say the best is saved for last when it comes to Chinese New Year.

  • Monster Trucks
    By Amy McDonald

    "Developed by literacy experts in partnership with educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to monster trucks through simple, predictable text and related photos"--

  • A Tractor's Day
    By Christina Leaf

    "Vibrant illustrations accompany information about the different jobs a tractor has. The narrative nonfiction text is intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

  • Super Speed
    By Blake Hoena

    "Engaging images accompany information about the science of super speed. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

  • Pulleys
    By Kay Manolis

    Pulleys are simple machines used to lift and move loads. Builders use pulley systems to lift tools or materials up high and elevators go up and down with the help of pulleys.

  • Minnesota: The North Star State
    By Amy Rechner

    "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Minnesota"--

  • Red Animals
    By Christina Leaf

    "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces red animals to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--

  • Siberian Huskies
    By Chris Bowman

    "Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Siberian huskies. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--

  • Michigan: The Great Lakes State
    By Amy Rechner

    "Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Michigan"--Provided by publisher.