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Helicopters: A First Look
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Helicopters are small and have blades instead of wings. Their size can make them very useful for all sorts of jobs. Full-color photographs and leveled text show readers all the things that helicopters can do.
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Percy Leed
Percy Leed writes nonfiction books for children, covering topics from sports to science. He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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