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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.I Wish You More
By Amy Krouse Rosenthal. 2015
The #1 New York Times bestselling children's bookAmy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld have combined their extraordinary talents to create…
an inspirational book that's full of endless good wishes. Wishes for curiosity and wonder, for friendship and strength, laughter and peace. Whether celebrating life's joyous milestones, sharing words of encouragement, or observing the wonder of everyday moments, this sweet book is for wishers of all ages! I Wish You More is the perfect graduation gift as well as a must-have, uplifting read sure to bring positivity to all who read it.Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt
By Kate Messner. 2015
In this exuberant and lyrical follow-up to the award-winning Over and Under the Snow, discover the wonders that lie hidden…
between stalks, under the shade of leaves . . . and down in the dirt. Explore the hidden world and many lives of a garden through the course of a year! Up in the garden, the world is full of green—leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt exists a busy world—earthworms dig, snakes hunt, skunks burrow—populated by all the animals that make a garden their home. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which will look almost identical to the print version. Additionally for devices that support audio, this ebook includes a read-along setting.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 ConservationistElephant Cows: Heads of the Herd (Queens of the Animal Universe)
By Maivboon Sang. 2023
A lion sneaks slowly toward a herd of elephants. The herd’s female leader sees the big cat. Her loud trumpet…
sound rings out. She charges the lion and it runs away. Females are the leaders of an elephant herd. They protect the herd, lead it to food sources, and care for young. Take a look at elephants and the important roles cows play to ensure the herd’s survival.Bless the Earth: A Collection of Poetry for Children to Celebrate and Care for Our World
By June Cotner, Nancy Tupper Ling. 2024
A beautifully illustrated collection of poems and prayers to help children develop an appreciation for the natural worldBless the Earth,…
our faithful friend,her mountain range and river bend,her forest green and canopy,the hidden world of bended trees. Bless the Earth shows the miracle of our planet Earth through beautiful imagery and delightful poetry, calling all people, young and old, to care for our wonderful world. This sweet and welcoming anthology for children ages 3-7 knits together our common humanity and the natural world in an engaging way that is simple for young readers to understand.Bless the Earth contains approximately sixty selections of original as well as classic poems, divided into five chapters each:Dreams for My WorldEarth and SkyAll Creatures, Big and SmallSeasonsCaring for Our World Bless the Earth calls us again and again to understand how important it is to care for our world, respect our neighbors—humans, plants, and animals alike—and reimagine a world that is healthy and whole.Behold the Hummingbird
By Suzanne Slade. 2024
Lyrical text and gorgeous illustrations take flight in this exploration of the tiny, gorgeous hummingbirds and its astonishing abilities.Hummingbirds are…
tiny and pretty, so you might find yourself taking them for granted. But these little birds are remarkable, fierce, and talented. In Behold the Hummingbird, readers will learn about species that can hover like a helicopter, fly backwards and upside down, and consume half their body weight in a single day.No es un frijol
By Claudia Guadalupe Martinez. 2019
¡AHORA EN ESPAÑOL! Un frijol saltarín mexicano no es un frijol en absoluto. ¡Es un fascinante hogar y fuente de…
alimento para un tipo especial de oruga!NOW IN SPANISH! A Mexican jumping bean isn't a bean at all. It's a fascinating home and food source for a special kind of caterpillar!Este cuento poético comparte el ciclo de vida de un frijol saltarín mexicano. Este curioso insecto saltarín es en realidad una vaina de semilla de un arbusto llamado yerba de la flecha, en la cual una oruga se adentra, viviendo dentro de la vaina hasta que construye un capullo y emerge como una polilla. Perfecto para preescolares y niños que aún no leen, este creativo libro ilustrado explora la vida diaria del frijol saltarín mexicano y su eventual transformación y escape de la vaina.This poetic story shares the life cycle of a Mexican jumping bean. This curious jumping insect is actually a seedpod from a shrub called yerba de la flecha, into which a caterpillar burrows, living inside the pod until it builds a cocoon and breaks out as a moth. Perfect for preschoolers and prereaders, this creative picture book explores the Mexican jumping bean's daily life and eventual transformation and escape from the pod.No es un monstruo
By Claudia Guadalupe Martinez. 2023
¡AHORA ES ESPAÑOL! Con un concepto de color ingenioso, este poético libro ilustrado muestra el ciclo de vida del amado…
anfibio, el ajolote, en su hábitat natural.NOW IN SPANISH! With a clever color concept, this poetic picture book shares the life cycle of beloved amphibian—the axolotl—in its natural habitat.Un ajolote pudiera parecerlo, pero definitivamente No es un monstruo. Esta curiosa criatura, popularizada por Minecraft, es en realidad una salamandra que nunca perderá sus branquias o aletas. No es un monstruo explora las características del ajolote, el origen mítico de los aztecas sobre la especie y el modo en que la contaminación afecta su hábitat natural: los canales de Xochimilco en la Ciudad de México.Divertido y cautivador, este libro juguetón e informativo presenta a sus lectores curiosos un personaje fantástico que... ¡NO es un monstruo!An axolotl may look like one, but it is certainly Not a Monster. This curious creature, made popular by Minecraft, is actually a salamander that will never lose its gills or fins. Not a Monster explores the traits of the axolotl, the Aztec origin myth about the species, and the way pollution is affecting its natural habitat: the canals of Xochimilco in Mexico City. Fun and engaging, this playful and informative read-aloud introduces curious readers on one cool character who is NOT a monster!Forest
By Christie Matheson. 2024
A simple introduction to the beauty of forests and the vibrant life within them, from the award-winning author of the…
acclaimed interactive picture book Tap the Magic Tree.This beautifully illustrated nonfiction children’s picture book begins with a view of the forest at a distance, then zooms in on its fascinating details, including the amazing trees, bright birds, adorable baby animals, and other wonders of nature that inhabit it. The rhythmic text and inviting watercolor illustrations allow curious young readers to observe, explore, and learn what makes forests so special and vitally important.An engaging read-aloud that invites questions and conversation, Forest offers an intriguing introduction to the natural world and encourages little ones to develop a connection with the great outdoors that can last a lifetime. Perfect for any time of year and a beautiful way to celebrate spring, Earth Day, Mother’s Day, or the arrival of a new baby, this endlessly delightful children's nature book includes additional information about forests and what we can do to care for them.Home (Spectacular STEAM for Curious Readers (SSCR))
By Isabelle Simler. 2022
"Stunning . . . An exceptional exploration of a delightfully diverse roundup of natural dwellings and their equally intriguing inhabitants."…
— Booklist (STARRED REVIEW)A spectacular tour through the dwellings of twenty-seven different animals, from a hermit crab&’s secondhand shell to a beaver&’s lakeside dam to a comet moth&’s silk cocoon. Acclaimed creator Isabelle Simler presents a poetic journey through amazing animal homes across the world. In Europe, alpine marmots stay safe in underground refuges. In southeast Asia, Sumatran orangutans doze off in treetop bedrooms. In Mexico and the southwestern US, elf owls nest in holes in saguaro cacti. On every continent but Antarctica, honeybees mold wax into palaces for their queens. No matter where you travel, some creature is making an extraordinary place to call home. With connections to life cycles, camouflage, and other biological concepts, Home is a spellbinding showcase of the wonders of the natural world. Enchanting poetry, fascinating back matter, and intricately detailed art invite young readers to be amazed by the creativity and diversity of our animal neighbors.The Great Lakes: Our Freshwater Treasure
By Barb Rosenstock. 2024
A stunning picture book about the five largest lakes in North America - how they formed, the importance of their…
abundant freshwater, and how they've become a national treasure - in the latest book from the author of Caldecott Honor book The Noisy Paint Box.The Great Lakes—Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, and Superior—are five blue jewels set a bit off center in a belt across North America&’s middle. Bordered by eight states and part of Canada, the Lakes hold 21% of the world's fresh water. How did these incredible lakes get there? And what can we do to preserve such a treasure?Follow along as a drop of water in this enormous system and uncover its dramatic journey from lake to rive to lake, over Niagara Falls to lake and river again, and finally into the Atlantic Ocean.Mi primer jardín (My First Series)
By Livi Gosling. 2023
Un primer libro de jardinería para niños, con divertidos proyectos y actividades, para que los más pequeños aprendan a cuidar…
el medioambiente jugando y disfruten de su pasión por las flores y las plantas.Los niños descubrirán cómo preparar la tierra antes de sembrar, qué y cuándo plantar, dónde conseguir semillas, cómo trasplantar, podar y hacer compost, qué verduras y hierbas cultivar. ¡Todo lo necesario para crear increíbles espacios verdes y llenar de color y aromas tu casa, balcón o jardín!Perfecto para aprender cómo crecen las plantas y tener un primer contacto con el huerto o el jardín.Con texto sencillo, instrucciones paso a paso y divertidas ilustraciones.Ideal para fomentar el respeto por la naturaleza y el medioambiente.¡Enseña a tus hijos a sembrar, plantar, regar y cuidar de las plantas y observa como ser convierten en auténticos jardineros!----------------------This is the perfect gardening book for kids who want to plant fruit and vegetables, create mini-farms from plants, and go on wildflower missions.No matter how tiny your space, you can be a gardener. Livi Gosling has advice on creating places for plants to live in your home, scavenging from the recycling to create a vegetable kingdom, and adding a splash of color to grey city streets with your own wildflower seed mix.This great gardening book for children features: Livi&’s striking illustrations that make this book a keepsake as well as a practical guide.Kid-friendly text makes the topic fun and encourages a sense of wonder at nature.A strong eco message.With clear step-by-step instructions on how to get seeds, plant them, and help them grow, and plenty of inspiration andhelpful tips, this nature book teaches children the basics for growing different plants, from gorgeous flowers to delicious fruit and vegetables.The Wonderful Wisdom of Ants
By Philip Bunting. 2020
Take a peek under the rock, and discover what we can learn from the world of the ant, in this delightful…
blend of nonfiction and inspirational humor by author-illustrator Philip Bunting!There are ten quadrillion ants in the world, and yet I bet you never thought they could teach you anything. But these tiny creatures can do big things when they work together--just like people!With his signature humor and graphic illustrations, Philip Bunting delivers facts, laughs, and heart all in this special book that teaches that the answers to many of life&’s biggest questions can be found in your own back yard (once you&’re ready to look).You Can Change the World: The Kids' Guide to a Better Planet
By Lucy Bell. 2020
You Can Change the World empowers kids to make changes in their lives and communities with the powerful message that…
anyone can make a difference in the world. This colorfully illustrated book is packed with information, ideas, and activities for everyday sustainability—like mending clothes, composting, and avoiding single-use plastics. Interspersed throughout are features on children around the globe who are making a difference, such as Greta Thunberg or Solli Raphael, reminding kids that ordinary people can spark extraordinary change.A Kids Book About Climate Change: Kids Are Ready (A Kids Book)
By Zanagee Artis, Olivia Greenspan. 2021
Explore the impact of climate change and empower kids to be proactive to protect our world.This is a kid's book…
about climate change. Climate change is a topic that can be overwhelming for kids and grownups. So if you're looking for the best place to better understand the climate crisis, look no further!This book helps kids aged 5-9 understand what climate change means, giving them the power to make a difference. Learn the facts about climate change, explain what the state of our planet is, how it got there, and give them hope to fight for their future.A Kids Book About Climate Change features: - A large and bold, yet minimalist font design that allows kids freedom to imagine themselves in the words on the pages.- A friendly, approachable and empowering, kid-appropriate tone throughout.- An incredible and diverse group of authors in the series who are experts or have first-hand experience of the topic.Tackling important discourse together! The A Kids Book About series are best used when read together. Helping to kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups through beautiful and thought-provoking pages. The series supports an incredible and diverse group of authors, who are either experts in their field, or have first-hand experience on the topic. A Kids Co. is a new kind of media company enabling kids to explore big topics in a new and engaging way. With a growing series of books, podcasts and blogs, made to empower. Learn more about us online by searching for A Kids Co.An exciting first guide to the magnificent world of horses.Learn all about horses, from how to care for them to…
how to ride one, in this informative children&’s guide to horse and pony care.Covering favorite breeds, from Shire horse to Shetland pony, what kit to use, and equestrian sports, this visual book is something that every young horse enthusiast aged 5-7 will want to own. Eye-catching images are featured alongside friendly illustrations, giving children plenty to take in and enjoy.This informative horse book for children offers:- Clear and accessible text on horse care and characteristics using annotations, friendly language, and a clear structure.- Fact files on more than 20 breeds, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information.- An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners.My Book of Horses and Ponies is an engaging and informative children's book, with age-appropriate text, photographs, and illustrations on every page. Young equine enthusiasts will be excited to read this wonderful treasury of horses and ponies.Complete the seriesThis engaging guide to horse breeds is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children. Whatever your subject, why not complete the series with My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of the Elements, My Book of Stars and Planets, and My Book of Fossils?Clean and Green Energy (Green Earth Science Discovery Library)
By Colleen Hord. 2019
La Tierra: Earth: The Living Planet (Inside Outer Space)
By Julie Lundgren. 2017
Home, Sweet Home! This title is about Earth, the planet we live on! The layers of the Earth, how it…
relates to the other planets in our solar system, and how it is the only known planet to sustain life, as far as we know, are all discussed in this science title. Learn about how the Earth rotates on its axis, giving us day and night, and how it orbits and is warmed by that giant star we call the Sun. This book will allow students to make observations to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth’s surface.What Is Sprouting? (Let’s Go! Let’s Grow!)
By Stephanie Anne Box. 2022
Introduce your child to science, biology, and plant life with the children’s book What Is Sprouting?Did you know that plants…
are also living things? Learn about the life cycle of a plant from its beginnings as a seed to how they are helpful to humans.Storybook Features:This children’s book features new vocabulary, a photo glossary, an index, and reading activity.24 pages of vivid photographsLexile 290LAbout RourkeWe proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!