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The Beauties and The Beasts: Creatures At the Bottom of the Ocean
By Betty Pfeiffer. 2024
When do you know someone best? When you read their biography or when you have a conversation with them? Of…
course, it&’s when you have a one-on-one visit. Go down in a submersible, the HOV (Human Occupied Vehicle) Alvin, to make the journey to their home. You&’ll meet the weird, the cute, the flashy, and the fierce creatures of the deep.In this book, you won&’t just read a bunch of facts about these remarkable animals—you can learn to know them personally. They&’ll talk to you about themselves, their relatives, and their enemies. As a surprise bonus, you will find out about the many ways your new friends are helping us solve some of our medical problems.Suppose you are interested in learning more about what happens in the ocean. In that case, two people (real people) will tell you what they were like at your age and what motivated them to make the ocean, which covers about 70 percent of the earth&’s surface, their life&’s work.Over and Under the Rainforest (Over And Under Ser.)
By Kate Messner. 2020
Part of the critically acclaimed Over and Under series!Award-winning duo Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal take readers on a…
thrilling tour of one of the most diverse ecosystems on planet earth: the rainforests of Central America. Discover the wonder that lies hidden among the roots, above the winding rivers, and under the emerald leaves of the rainforest.• Features animals like the slender parrot snake to the blue morpho butterfly• Explores the canopies, where toucans and pale-billed woodpeckers chatter and call• Other animals include capuchin monkeys who swing from vines and slow-moving sloths who wait out daily thunderstormsUnder the canopy of the rainforest hundreds of animals make their homes, but up in the leaves hides another world.This stunning read is perfect for kids who can't get enough of the rainforest and all the animals living in it. • Equal parts educational and beautiful, this book is perfect for parents and grandparents, as well as librarians, science teachers, and educators.• A great book for kids who love nature, rainforests, animals, and learning more about the world• Perfect for children ages 5 to 8 years old• You'll love this book if you love books like The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer, The Animal Book by Lonely Planet Kids, and A Butterfly Is Patient by Dianna Aston.With their contagious playfulness and loving nature, dogs make wonderful family pets. Training and caring for dogs, however, requires a…
lot of responsibility and patience. Designed as an introductory guide for children and their parents, Your Puppy, Your Dog covers all aspects of dog ownership in clear and accessible language. Pat Storer provides expert advice on selecting the best breeds, training techniques, veterinary appointments, feeding, grooming, and much more. You&’ll have all the information you need to confidently raise a happy, healthy, and loving dog.Your Pony, Your Horse: A Kid's Guide To Care And Enjoyment (Storey's Your )
By Cherry Hill. 1995
Owning a horse is a lot of fun, but also requires a lot of responsibility. Designed for children ages 9…
and up, this encouraging and informative guide introduces kids to both the satisfying rewards and the hard work that caring for a horse entails. With easy-to-understand language and clear illustrations, Cherry Hill covers every aspect of selecting, housing, feeding, and showing horses. Emphasizing an understanding of horse behavior, Hill provides kids with all the information they need to safely and successfully keep their own horse.Insect Superpowers: 18 Powerful Bugs That Smash, Zap, Hypnotize, Sting, and Devour!
By Kate Messner. 2019
Head-to-head combat! Astounding weapons! Extraordinary skills! Within the pages of this book, 18 awesomely real superheroes and supervillains come to…
life, each possessing powers far beyond the average insect. Meet the Malevolent Mimic, who wickedly disguises itself as a harmless pink orchid, only to shred unsuspecting butterflies! Or the Great Glue Shooter, who can shoot a smelly glue—from its face! Award-winning nonfiction author Kate Messner teams up with the talented Jillian Nickell in this action-packed exploration of the incredible insect abilities found in the natural world.A Window into the Ocean Twilight Zone: Twenty-Four Days of Science at Sea
By Michelle Cusolito. 2024
Want a front-row seat to cutting-edge ocean twilight zone technology? Climb aboard for twenty-four days of photo-illustrated science at sea!…
A fascinating middle-grade STEM book.Join scientists from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and international partner organizations on a research trip to study the ocean twilight zone using the newest technologies. Science writer Michelle Cusolito takes you along for the voyage of a lifetime. From moving onto the ship and unpacking equipment to facing massive storms while in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, this book details the fascinating equipment used to study the deep ocean as well as day-to-day details such as what you eat on a Spanish research ship. Meet people and animals and learn more at sea than you ever imagined!&“From word one, Cusolito puts the reader smack into the action. Captivating creatures abound, coupled with important insights that impact our understanding of the ocean&’s role in our planet&’s sustainability. Perfectly titled, this book throws a window wide open, giving us an intimate look into the twilight zone.&” —Tanya Lee Stone, Sibert Medalist & NAACP Image Award Winner&“Michelle Cusolito captures the essence of high-seas research in A Window into the Ocean Twilight Zone. She skillfully guides the reader through what it&’s like to be a scientist at sea—the anticipation of departure, the challenges of heavy weather, and the thrill of discovery in one of the ocean&’s most remote and mysterious regions. In the process, she underscores the urgency behind advancing knowledge of Earth&’s last frontier—the ocean.&”—Peter de Menocal, President and Director of the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution&“This spellbinding, real-life adventure will whisk you away with a team of scientists as they explore the wonders of the twilight zone. Michelle is a perfect guide to this remote realm and brilliantly shows what it's like to be a scientist working in challenging conditions. You&’ll learn about the importance of teamwork and patience, find out about the exciting technologies scientists use to study the deep sea, and see how discoveries about our living planet are made. This book will spark curiosity and is perfect for budding scientists.&”—Dr. Helen Scales, marine biologist and author of books for kids and adults, including What a Shell Can Tell and The Brilliant AbyssHorses! (New & Updated)
By Gail Gibbons. 2024
From #1 science writer for kids Gail Gibbons, learn the latest facts about horses in this updated introduction to everyone&’s…
dream pet–the horse!No other animal has captured people's imaginations or changed their lives as has the horse. Their grace, strength, and beauty have made horses sought after as well as useful. What would kings and queens, knights and conquistadores, cowboys and stagecoach drivers, or farmers have done without them? Breeding horses was Queen Elizabeth II&’s favorite hobby. In this informative book, Gail Gibbons relates some of the long history that horses and humans have shared. She looks at horse biology and behavior. Learn about different horse breeds and how to take care of this majestic animal. Colorful, clear, and accessible diagrams are perfect for the youngest horse enthusiast.What If You Had an Animal Home!? (What If You Had... ?)
By Sandra Markle. 2024
If you could have any animal's home, whose would you choose?What if you woke up one morning and discovered you…
were living inside a wild animal's home instead of your own? How would that change your daily life? What If You Had an Animal Home!? is the next imaginative book in Sandra Markle's popular What If You Had...? series.If you had a honeybee’s home, you’d always have room service. If you had a meerkat’s home, you’d play hide-and-seek for hours. And a hermit crab’s home would follow you wherever you go! The animal kingdom has tons of amazing homes, but yours is pretty great, too!Discover what your life would be like if you had these special animal homes -- and find out why your home is just right for you!Survival of the Fittest (Survival of the Fittest #1)
By Rebecca Donnelly. 2024
In this high-interest full-color graphic novel chapter book, embark on an engineering extravaganza and discover all that animals can do…
in a science competition!7 fierce animal competitors2 shark judges1 winnerWho will come out on top?Survival of the Fittest: the game show where animal contestants pitch the latest and greatest in scientific innovation to a panel of shark judges! Animals of all sizes and skills compete to see who can come up with the most useful, most creative, most brilliant design for a product based on something that exists in the natural world. Today's theme is: engineering.Filled with interesting information, awesome visuals, and funny dialogue, this new series by nonfiction maven Rebecca Donnelly is Shark Tank made literal. Swim along - and try not to get chomped by the Chomp! Buzzer.Max's Manual for Good Manners
By J. Brittany DeVarso. 2024
Children need to learn basic etiquette beyond saying, &‘please&’ and &‘thank you.&’ In recent years, rude behavior and bullying have…
become the &‘new norm&’ while common courtesy seems to be a thing of the past. What separates humans from animals is our ability to reason and manage our emotions. Yet, what if children could learn manners from a story about a dog who struggles with the same emotional challenges as they do?Training children and dogs is not an easy task.This book aims to teach children manners through the eyes of a dog named &‘Max,&’ who is modeled after my own dog, &‘Mad Max.&’Japandemonium Illustrated: The Yokai Encyclopedias of Toriyama Sekien
By Toriyama Sekien. 2016
First English publication of all four of Sekien's masterworks: The Illustrated Demons' Night Parade, More Illustrated Demons from Past and…
Present, Even More Demons from Past and Present, and An Idle Horde of Things.Craig & Fred: A Marine, a Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other
By Craig Grossi. 2017
A heartwarming story of a stray dog and a U.S. Marine who met under the unlikeliest circumstances in Afghanistan—and who…
changed each other’s lives forever. As part of an elite team of Marines, Craig Grossi was sent on his most dangerous assignment to the Sangin District of Afghanistan. He expected to face harsh conditions and violence from Taliban fighters. What he didn’t expect was to meet a stray dog, with a big goofy head and little legs—a dog all on his own, filthy and covered in bugs, in a bomb-ridden district, but who carried himself with confidence. And even though the Marines have a rule against approaching strays, Craig couldn’t help but offer some food and a pat—and was shocked when the dog wagged his tail. From that moment on, they were inseparable; whether out on missions or back at the base, the dog named Fred went along. When the time came for Craig to leave Afghanistan, he knew that Fred had to leave with him no matter what. And as Craig tried to get acclimated to civilian life, Fred was there for him.This book tells the inspiring story of two friends who ultimately rescued each other, and the stubborn positivity and love that continue to shape their world.Take Me Home: Tales of Battersea Dogs
By Melissa Wareham. 2011
Melissa Wareham always wanted to work with dogs - and got her first job at the Battersea Dogs & Cats…
Home, cleaning out the kennels! Over the years she met thousands of lost pets, including mongrel Tulip, who liked to ride solo on the 159 bus, stinky Pepe le Pew who was in dire need of a bath, and Benjamin the lurcher, chosen to greet the Queen when she visited the Home.A Nest Is Noisy
By Dianna Hutts Aston. 2015
From the award-winning creators of An Egg Is Quiet, A Seed Is Sleepy, A Butterfly Is Patient, and A Rock…
Is Lively comes this gorgeous and informative look at the fascinating world of nests. From tiny bee hummingbird nests to orangutan nests high in the rainforest canopy, an incredible variety of nests are showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched book introduces children to a captivating array of nest facts and will spark the imaginations of children whether in a classroom reading circle or on a parent's lap. Plus, this is a fixed-format version of the book, which looks nearly identical to the print version.Weird And Wonderful: Astonishing Animals, Bizarre Behavior
By Prof. Phil Whitfield, Animal Animal Planet. 2011
The leading media brand for all things animal, this is an exciting and innovative book program that continues to deliver…
engaging, high-quality information about the animal kingdom. Launched in 1997, Animal Planet today has a unique global reach. It is broadcast in more than 96 million US households and 165 other countries, in 24 languages. Come face to face with the record breakers of the animal kingdom in this lavishly illustrated new series. Each title features more than 200 of the world's most extraordinary animals and their sometimes-bizarre behavior. Marvel at the amazing strategies animals deploy to track, catch and kill their prey; how they defend themselves from attack; how they rear their young, survive in extreme temperatures, and adapt to life in the ocean's depths.Pets in Need
By Marc Abraham. 2012
Marc Abraham, the UK's favourite vet, introduces a cast of loveable characters in this story of his life as an…
emergency vet. From the bouncy retriever puppy with a sore tummy to the tiny gerbil pregnant with triplets, every poorly pet is cared for in Marc's busy surgery. Featuring real-life insight into life as a practicing vet, as well as hints and tips on caring for your own pets, this is a perfect book for animal lovers everywhere.Abridged from the adult edition, Vet on Call.Puffling Patrol (Adventures Around the World)
By Ted Lewin, Betsy Lewin. 2012
Ted and Betsy Lewin travel to Iceland to learn about the "Puffling Patrol," a group of children who rescue lost…
puffins and return them to sea.Every April, the Westman Islands off the coast of Iceland become home to hundreds of thousands of puffins, small black-and-white seabirds with colorful bills. They spend the summer on the rocky cliffs of the islands, caring for their newly hatched chicks. By the middle of August, it is time for the young puffins, called pufflings, to make their way to the sea. And that is when the children of The Puffling Patrol are called to action. Ted and Betsy Lewin have journeyed to the Westman Islands to experience The Puffling Patrol's endeavors firsthand. In the company of Erna, Dáni, and their father, they drive through town at night, carefully searching for confused little birds that have glided down onto the streets instead of out to sea. Will the children find the pufflings before the birds encounter danger? Will the pufflings ever make it to the sea to spend their lives with other puffins in the North Atlantic Ocean? The fascinating story of this unique annual rescue, combined with Ted Lewin's dramatic paintings and Betsy Lewin's lively field sketches, is sure to make Puffling Patrol a hit with animal lovers of all ages.The Year of the Puppy: How a Puppy Becomes Your Dog
By Alexandra Horowitz. 2024
What is it like to be a puppy? What's going on in their minds? In this adaptation for young readers,…
Alexandra Horowitz answers those questions all kids have--and more!Few people get to meet their dogs on the dog&’s actual first birthday. Most of us missed the day our puppy opened her eyes, the first sweet sounds she made, or watching her learn to walk, bark, and play with her siblings. But the dog scientist Alexandra Horowitz got to. She met a litter of newborn pups, and traces their journey through their first year of life.In this adaptation for young readers, follow along as one of the litter, Quiddity, grows from a sweet potato-sized puppy who can&’t lift her head to a member of Horowitz&’s family. Equal parts scientific and adventurous, Alexandra Horowitz&’s delightful study of her own puppy&’s developing personality is an enticing read that will answer every question a reader could have during a puppy&’s first year.El Libro de los animales (Our World in Pictures: The Animal Book)
By David Burnie. 2013
Descubre la enciclopedia visual más completa de la fauna y la naturaleza del planeta.Los niños disfrutarán de más de 1500…
imágenes de especies del mundo natural mientras aprenden toda la información sobre los diferentes tipos de animales y otros seres vivos: insectos, invertebrados, aves, reptiles, anfibios, hongos, corales, etc.Al pasar las páginas de este libro infantil, encontrarán: - Fotografías fascinantes de las especies en sus hábitats: orangutanes en la selva, osos polares en el Ártico, leones en la sabana...- Capítulos divididos en los diferentes grupos de seres vivos- Explicaciones claras y datos curiosos- Un diagrama de árbol que muestra la relación entre los diferentes grupos Un libro imprescindible en la estantería de los niños mayores de 8 años y el regalo perfecto para los más interesados en el maravilloso reino animal. ---------------------------------------------------------The Animal Book is the ultimate children's encyclopedia of life on Earth, with over 1,500 images.Budding naturalists will adore DK's stunning new nature encyclopedia. Every aspect of life on Earth is revealed, with species from all across the natural world. Packed full of amazing images and astonishing facts, The Animal Book is the perfect guide for anyone wanting to learn more about natural history.This awe-inspiring animal book for kids features: - Astonishing double-page photographs showcase the most amazing species in their natural habitat.- Chapters are arranged according to scientific classifications, with straightforward explanations.- An introductory tree of life diagram show how all the different groups are related. A must-have animal picture book for curious children aged 8+ who want to find out more about our enormous animal kingdom.Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night?
By Steven J. Simmons, Clifford R. Simmons. 2024
Ocean animals sleep, just like you! This informative, rhyming picture book dives deep to look at where and how ocean…
animals sleep in the sea.Many ocean animals are active during the day, but where and how do they sleep at night? From sharks to dolphins and sea turtles to octopuses, plus parrotfish and whales and more, discover what these ocean creatures do when it&’s time to go to sleep and the day is through.Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night? is newest addition to a three-book series, which includes Where Do Creatures Sleep at Night? and Where Do Big Creatures Sleep at Night? "Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night showcases wondrous watercolor illustrations that capture the allure of the sea. The rhyming rhythm dances through captivating animal facts about water-dwelling creatures before concluding in a cozy child's bedroom. Crafted to be a favorite bedtime read, this book is a must-have for the bookshelves of ocean lovers.&”– Bethany Stahl, Bestselling Author of Save the Ocean&“All mammals and most other animals need sleep, including those living in marine environments. This picture book&’s palette of soft colors and informative rhyme will introduce children to various facts about specific ocean animals and how they rest. Perfect for a bedtime read-aloud, this book will help young listeners and readers cuddle up together in their nice dry bed and sleep as tight as otters.&”– Sara T. Behrman, former librarian and author, The Sea Hides A Seahorse&“A delightful bedtime book! This jaunt into the ocean to learn about how our marine friends sleep will easily become part of your family bedtime routine. The charming illustrations are sure to captivate the imagination of children and inspire a love for the wonders of the sea, while sending them on a happy trip to dreamland.&” – Anne Richardson, Author of Octopuses Have Zero Bones and Chief Experience Officer at The Exploratorium "Scientific, sweet, and salty!"- Karen Romano Young, Deep Sea Diver and Award-winning Author of Whale Quest "This book is an absolute delight- the Dr. Seuss Sleep Book reimagined for the ocean. A beautiful way to unwind while learning a little more about our mysterious watery world. Where Do Ocean Creatures Sleep at Night? will surely inspire a future marine biologist or two!"- Paige Hoel, Ph.D. candidate, Oceanography, UCLA Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences"A gorgeously illustrated children&’s book that will inspire the next generation of marine biologists, conservationists, and animal lovers. The accurate animal facts were a breath of fresh air to find in this genre and will make learning fun for children and adults alike!&”- Kristyn Plancarte, Marine Biologist and animal trainer&“Dive into an underwater world of wonder and imagination. This delightful read features stunning artwork that brings the ocean to life for bedtime. From playful dolphins to sleepy sea turtles, families will climb aboard an informative journey through the sea." - Kendra Nelson, Marine Conservationist