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1) Planet Earth
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Discover the wonder and learn the truth about our rocky home.
Why does life exist on Earth but nowhere else in our solar system? What causes Earth's seasons? What makes up the Earth's interior? This book answers these questions and many more about our rocky home. From Earth's place in space, to its atmosphere and time zones, everything readers need to know about planet Earth is covered!Planets and stars, moons and galaxies! The universe is a vast...
2) Planet Earth
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5 videodiscs (550 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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Complete eleven part series featuring rare footage of animals worldwide, their habitats and behaviors, and the need for ongoing conservation.
3) Planet Earth
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1 videodisc (74 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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The time: the 22nd century. The place: the Confederacy, a matriarchy where men are enslaved and impotent. The hero: Dylan Hunt (John Saxon), a 20th century scientist awakened from suspended animation -- just the "breeder" a Confederacy dominatrix (Diana Muldaur) has been waiting for. Can Hunt defy the Confederacy and free his downtrodden fellow males, or is he doomed to slavery on Planet Earth?--Container.
4) Planet earth
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123 pages : color illustrations ; 31 cm.
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Provides detailed descriptions of a wide variety of topics from sedimentary rock to the stratosphere, in a lavishly illustrated introduction to the planet and its role in the solar system that pairs example photographs with accessible captions.
5) Planet Earth
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Words, photos, charts, and illustrations combine to explain the way Planet Earth works. All these are arranged in short bursts of information that will ease comprehension for learners of all kinds.
6) Planet Earth
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Following the scientific process, this titles provides instructions on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of the planet earth.
7) Planet Earth
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What is a clownocracy? Should we try to make flies extinct? Why is the sun like an abusive mother? What is a bullshit filter?Planet Earth is a book of short observations about life-some funny, some thought-provoking-written from the perspective of an eccentric, tormented mind.With over 60 brand new entries, this second edition copy will keep you entertained during those spare, idle moments, forcing you to question and reevaluate the world around you....
8) Planet earth
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
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Introduces the planet Earth, including its orbit, geology, oceans, atmosphere, weather, and inhabitants.
9) Planet earth
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32 pages : color illustrations, map ; 26 cm.
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Infographics illustrate facts about the Earth, providing information about such topics as the rock and water cycles, the world's tallest mountains, and tectonic plates.
12) Planet Earth II
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2 videodiscs (approximately 300 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
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This 2016 follow-up to the 2006 documentary mini-series "Planet Earth" examines the natural features and wildlife found in various parts of the world, each of the six episodes corresponding to a different category of natural or man-made terrain (e.g., island, mountain, jungle, urban area, etc.).
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The sweeping saga continues as Gabriel Ferro and Dr. Catherine Blake prepare to travel to the alien's planet to learn firsthand how the aliens successfully transformed their society to one that revels in peace harmony and balance. But the question remains… what are the alien's true motives? Is it their intention to transmute mankind forever? Together, Gabriel and Dr. Blake venture beyond Earth, beyond the Milky Way to a world they could not have...
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Domesticating animals, forging metals, developing written languages – humanity has accomplished remarkable feats. This engaging book takes readers on a journey through human history where they'll encounter the greatest struggles our species has overcome. Revolutionary farming techniques, inventions, and scientific discoveries show readers the amazing thing humans are capable of achieving. A probing look at humanity's relationship with the planet,...
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Living healthier and safer are the goals to strive for in Staying Alive On Planet Earth. Achieving those goals from choice of desire is explained as a basis for beginning a plan that will allow longevity to unfold. Learning how to arrive at these desires of living in such a manner that induces longer life is described as getting and staying focused on those desired goals; hence the addition of meaningful time on this planet. A brief history of mans...
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Explore our home planet with this investigation into planet Earth. Following scientific and engineering practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of Earth and space concepts. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Table of contents The Science Investigations series centers scientific inquiry by providing readers with hands-on experiences...
17) To Planet Earth!
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Earth is the only planet we know of with intelligent life. Join Ian and his tour guide as they explore Earth and study ocean animals, the African savanna, and the South Pole. Learn more about the planet we call home.
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 x 26 cm.
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"Imagine a machine that can pull water out of thin air. Picture a tiny disk that can store huge amounts of data for billions of years. These are just some of the new discoveries made by scientists. Readers learn about fascinating developments in medicine, technology, archeology and more through carefully-leveled, engaging books reviewed by Smithsonian experts."--
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