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200 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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English
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"A guide to exploring the outdoors and asking questions about nature"--
Dr. Temple Grandin introduces young readers to geologists, astrophysicists, oceanographers, and many other scientists through a series of projects to understand the world around them.
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm
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English
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"This nonfiction book for elementary-school-age children details the steps that brought a meteor from outer space, across the eastern US, to the trunk of a car in Peekskill, New York, and thereafter to be verified, tested, and exhibited at the American Museum of Natural History. Hartland breaks down complex actions and processes in kid-friendly terms and includes pages of fascinating meteor details"--Provided by publisher.
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165 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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Español
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"Y este infalible equipo te invita a un recorrido por los distintos ecosistemas del mundo. En este viaje conocerás datos muy interesantes de nuestro planeta y varias de las especies que habitan en él, y para que la diversión sea completa, Cositas tiene preparadas unas entretenidas manualidades para que, junto con ella y los Guardianes de la Tierra, hagas volar tu imaginación."--Amazon.com.
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"A picture book biography about naturalist and artist Anna Comstock (1854-1930), who defied social conventions and pursued the study of science. She pioneered a movement to encourage schools to conduct science and nature classes for children outdoors, thereby increasing students' interest in nature" --
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm
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"Like Viano's PNW-bestselling S IS FOR SALMON, this is a beautiful alphabet book featuring papercut art representing natural elements. The flora, fauna, and geological features in this book are found throughout North America, so readers around the country will connect with Viano's gorgeous art and poetic/scientific text. Examples of the accessible but beautiful alphabet: A is for Acorn, B is for Bear, C is for Cloud, D is for Dandelion, E is for Egret,...
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 26 x 28 cm
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English
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"Set off on an adventure and find natural treasures, from spiraled seashells to discarded mermaid's purses. Then learn more about the marine plants and creatures in this fact-filled guide to the outdoors."--
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41 pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm.
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English
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Join Tiny, a black-chinned hummingbird, as he travels across the American Southwest visiting seven national parks - including the only national parks in Nevada and New Mexico, Big Bend and Guadalupe National Parks in Texas, and Arizona's spectacular Grand Canyon. Tiny meets many animal friends along the way; these friendships show us all that the differences between them are at the heart of the wonder of nature. It's a long journey for this little...
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"The Slow Down series encourages kids (and their grown-ups!) to take the time to stop and experience mindful moments in nature. Zoom in to observe a hummingbird drinking nectar or a pea shoot appear. Delight in a little snail as he comes come out to drink. Charming text paired with real science invite you to observe nature up close. Let it stop you in your tracks, so that you can truly find joy in the present moment."--
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Brooklyn Botanic Garden guides for a greener planet volume hand 200
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120 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
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English
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Created by the experts at the renowned Brooklyn Botanic Garden, this book teaches children how to observe environments as a naturalist does and leads them on 24 adventures that reveal the complex ecosystems of plants and animals in the woods, at the beach, and in a city park.
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111 pages : colour illustrations ; 16 x 21 cm
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English
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NATURAL HISTORY (CHILDREN'S/TEENAGE). Did you know that fish can use tools, and that wombat poo is cubic? This animal-tastic, fact-packed guide to the world of nature contains everything the budding naturalist needs to know. Meet nature's most fearsome predators, explore the wonders of the ocean, and marvel at the ability of animals to survive in the harshest environments. If you want to get out into the wild yourself, there's cool practical advice...
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24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 x 29 cm.
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Español
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El Parque Nacional del Gran Cañón, ubicado en Arizona, es conocido por sus increíbles vistas del cañón y el río Colorado que lo atraviesa. Los lectores aprenderán cuándo se convirtió oficialmente en un parque nacional, que estuvo involucrado, el clima del parque y las plantas y animales que comúnmente se encuentran allí.
"Grand Canyon National Park, located in Arizona, is known for its unbelievable canyon views and the Colorado river that...
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1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 x 28 cm
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English
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"It has taken billions of years for Earth to become the planet it is today. When Planet Earth Was New looks back to the very beginning, using a poetic approach grounded in scientific fact to give an overview of how the planet has changed over time: from hot lava to the formation of oceans to the evolution of living things in water and on land. The book also includes the relatively recent evolution of humans - who are just a tiny speck in the sweep...
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"Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space Uncover a wealth of weird, wacky, and wild facts about our universe, from planets to supernovas to space travel and everything in-between, told in Mike Lowery's signature, acclaimed comic style with bright and energetic artwork, fresh framing devices, and hilarious jokes. This is the go-to...
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224 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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Español
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"Descubre el maravilloso mundo de la naturaleza y déjate sorprender por los minerales y las rocas, los organismos microscópicos, las plantas y los animales de la Tierra. Desde los ópalos hasta las orquídeas y desde los tapires hasta los tritones, en este bonito libro encontrás algunas de las joyas más preciadas del mundo natural. Cada página te muestra una fantástica fotografía y deliciosas ilustraciones, así como datos e historias que no...
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224 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
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This compendium of amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, and animals will wow children and many adults, too. With 100 remarkable items from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover...
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