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"A heartrending new novel from the Pulitzer Prize-winning and #1 New York Times best-selling author of The Overstory. "Richard Powers, whose novels combine the wonders of science with the marvels of art, astonishes us in different ways with each new book." -Heller McAlpin, NPR Books. The astrobiologist Theo Byrne searches for life throughout the cosmos while single-handedly raising his unusual nine-year-old, Robin, following the death of his wife....
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Grand Central Publishing
Pub. Date
2009
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English
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At a time when we are confronted with bad news about the environment nearly every day, renowned scientist Jane Goodall brings us inspiring news about the future of the animal kingdom. With the insatiable curiosity and conversational prose that have made her a bestselling author, Goodall--along with Cincinnati Zoo Director Thane Maynard--shares fascinating survival stories about the American crocodile, the California condor, the black-footed ferret...
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Joe Pickett novels volume 1
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English
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Joe Pickett, a rookie game warden in Twelve Sleep, Wyoming, decides to investigate when he finds a local hunting outfitter dead in his woodpile, and believes the murder is linked to the discovery of an endangered species which would derail plans by InterWest to build a natural gas pipeline across the state.
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Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Pub. Date
2020
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English
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Discover 50 reasons to love animals! Lions have magnificent shaggy manes, penguins go tobogganing on their tummies, bears wiggle and dance as they scratch, whales sing songs, and elephants can feel sadness. But all the animals in this book especially need our love – now more than ever. Learn about their habitats, what makes them special, and show them you care with simple activities you can do at home.
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Pub. Date
2021
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English
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What do you think of when you think of Nature? Prolific author and National Geographic writer Doug Chadwick's fresh look at human's place in the natural world. In his accessible and engaging style, Chadwick approaches the subject from a scientific angle, with the underlying message that from the perspective of DNA humans are not all that different from any other creature. He begins by showing the surprisingly close relationship between...
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Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2021
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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Galápagos giant tortoises are fascinating-and endangered. They live only on the Galápagos Islands, a chain of volcanic islands in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador. These tortoises face threats from the humans who live on-and visit-the islands, as well as from Earth's warming climate.
Join author Kate Messner on an a journey to the Galápagos Islands to see these incredible creatures up close and discover how cutting-edge technology...
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Pub. Date
2021
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English
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FOREWORD INDIES BRONZE WINNER, ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT
"Diverting descriptions of flora and fauna lead into captivating lessons about biological principles, all of which are embellished with humor. A rousing read."
—FOREWORD REVIEWS
Through personal stories of mishap and adventure, historical vignettes, and scenic detours, professor Eli J. Knapp dissects eighteen critical forces that lie behind...
"Diverting descriptions of flora and fauna lead into captivating lessons about biological principles, all of which are embellished with humor. A rousing read."
—FOREWORD REVIEWS
Through personal stories of mishap and adventure, historical vignettes, and scenic detours, professor Eli J. Knapp dissects eighteen critical forces that lie behind...
11) Aquicorn Cove
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Oni-Lion Forge Publishing Group, LLC
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Unable to rely on the adults in her storm-ravaged seaside town, a young girl must protect a colony of magical seahorse-like creatures she discovers in the coral reef... A heartfelt story about learning to be a guardian to yourself and those you love. When Lana and her father return to their seaside hometown to help clear the debris of a big storm, Lana remembers how much she's missed the ocean--and the strong, reassuring presence of her aunt. As Lana...
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Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"This fascinating look at Gobi bears-the rarest bears on the planet-includes the story of why so few of these bears remain and what scientists are doing to help this critically endangered species"--
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Torrey House Press
Pub. Date
2019
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English
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"A much–needed look at the exceptionally fraught relationship between bison and people...engaging and comprehensive."
—BOOKLIST
"A fascinating perspective...Re–Bisoning the West demonstrates the complex relationships the species maintains with the earth and humanity itself."
—FOREWORD REVIEWS
Award–winning journalist Kurt Repanshek traces the history of bison from the species'...
—BOOKLIST
"A fascinating perspective...Re–Bisoning the West demonstrates the complex relationships the species maintains with the earth and humanity itself."
—FOREWORD REVIEWS
Award–winning journalist Kurt Repanshek traces the history of bison from the species'...
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Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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Burmese pythons are invading Florida. Despite their enormous size, these snakes are almost impossible to find. They're prolific breeders and voracious eaters. Can anything stop them?
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