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English
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"In order to stave off the mass extinction of species, including our own, we must move swiftly to preserve the biodiversity of our planet, says Edward O. Wilson in his most impassioned book to date. Half-Earth argues that the situation facing us is too large to be solved piecemeal and proposes a solution commensurate with the magnitude of the problem: dedicate fully half the surface of the Earth to nature."--Amazon.
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
In Spineless, acclaimed photographer Susan Middleton explores the mysterious and surprising world of marine invertebrates, which represent more than 98 percent of the known animal species in the ocean. They are also astonishingly diverse in their shapes, patterns, textures, and colors--in nature's fashion show, they are the haute couture of marine life. This collection of more than 250 remarkable images is the result of seven years of painstaking...
64) Honey
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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A young bear wakes from hibernation craving honey, but soon recalls the many things he can enjoy while waiting for his favorite food to be ready.
65) Otzi the iceman
Author
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2015
Lexile measure
1150L
Language
English
Description
Every new and groundbreaking archaeological discovery refines our understanding of human history. This title examines the study of tzi the iceman. The book explores what scientists know about tzis life, traces his discovery and the subsequent scientific investigation, and discusses future study and conservation efforts. Well-placed sidebars, vivid photos, helpful maps, and a glossary enhance readers understanding of the topic.
68) Fun with nature
Author
Publisher
NorthWord Press
Pub. Date
c1999
Language
English
Description
Provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of more than 150 different animals and plants.
69) Anna's table
Author
Publisher
NorthWord Press
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Anna describes the collection of natural things she keeps on the table in her bedroom.
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Series
Publisher
Abrams Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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"Inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if Bigfoot is real. When journalist Laura Krantz discovered that her long-lost cousin, Grover Krantz, a distinguished anthropologist and professor at Washington State University, had devoted much of his career to the search for Bigfoot, she couldn't quite believe it. A natural skeptic and a strong believer...
Author
Publisher
Princeton Architectural Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Edition
English edition.
Language
English
Description
"When Grandfather calls Miyuki to bed, she persuades him to help prepare for a visit from the Dragonfly Queen, cover the cat, and more before she is finally ready to sleep."--Provided by publisher.
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Series
Publisher
45th Parallel Press
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"What are the core teachings and beliefs of Hinduism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments. This narrative nonfiction book uses considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers. Includes sidebars that are...
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Series
Publisher
45th Parallel Press
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"What are the core teachings and beliefs of Islam? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments. This narrative nonfiction book uses considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers. Includes sidebars that are aligned...
76) My life as a Jew
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Series
Publisher
45th Parallel Press
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"What are the core teachings and beliefs of Judaism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments. This narrative nonfiction book uses considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers. Includes sidebars that are...
Author
Series
Publisher
45th Parallel Press
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"What are the core teachings and beliefs of Buddhism? Readers will learn about one of the world's most widely practiced religions through the lens of two different perspectives and dive deep into important figures, sacred texts, holidays, and commandments. This narrative nonfiction book uses considerate text that is written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage and accommodate struggling readers. Includes sidebars that are...
78) Wild + free nature: 25 outdoor adventures for kids to explore, discover, and awaken their curiosity
Author
Publisher
HarperOne, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Wild and Free Nature is a beautiful, four-color resource book for parents, educators, and caregivers to enjoy doing hands-on activities outside with kids. One of the core philosophies behind Wild + Free is the belief that nature is the best classroom we could ever hope for. It unlocks the imagination and inspires creativity in ways that a schoolroom never could. Being out in nature has a number of benefits: studies show that children are more likely...
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Language
English
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"This beautiful poetry collection introduces readers to the art of found poetry as the poet writes a 37-line poem, "Nest," then finds 160 smaller poems within it. What can you find in a poem about a robin's nest? Irene Latham masterfully discovers "nestlings" or smaller poems about an astonishing variety of subjects--emotions, wild animals, natural landmarks on all seven continents, even planets and constellations. Each poem is a glorious spark of...
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