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My Life as a Great White Shark (My Life Cycle)
By John Sazaklis. 2022
Hi, there! I'm a great white shark. Don't let my sharp teeth scare you off. I started life much smaller,…
just like you! Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from a tiny little shark pup to the ocean's top predator.On May 31, 1889, heavy rains and a dam failure sent flood waters sweeping into Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The 50-foot-high wall…
of water quickly demolished much of the town. Will you and your new husband be able to escape certain doom as you wait for your train to leave the station? Can you climb onto your house’s roof for safety before the building completely fills with water? Will you join in the effort to save others who are floating by on the roofs of their houses? With dozens of possible choices, it’s up to YOU to find a way to survive one of the deadliest disasters in American history.Your Passport to Mexico (World Passport)
By Isela Xitlali Gómez, Anaïs Deal-Márquez. 2022
The date is April 18, 1906. The city of San Francisco has just been rocked and shaken by a huge…
earthquake. Even worse, the quake causes huge fires to break out across the city. Can you escape your damaged home before it collapses? Will you join the firefighters as they try to save the city from the devastating fires? Will you be accused of looting after helping a boy escape from some rubble? With dozens of possible choices, it’s up to YOU to survive one of the worst earthquakes ever recorded.The Micro World of Animal and Plant Cells (Micro Science)
By Precious McKenzie. 2022
A tree and your pet look nothing alike, but they have one thing in common—they are both made up of…
cells. Cells are really small. You can see them only with a microscope. Young readers will find out about the parts of cells, how they work, and what the differences are between animal and plant cells.It is January 12, 1888, and you are caught by surprise by a powerful blizzard that sweeps across the Midwest.…
Dangerously cold temperatures, high winds, and deep snow make travel nearly impossible. Will you be able to find your way home through the storm after leaving school? Can you find your father after he becomes lost in the blinding snow? Will you be able to help your students find shelter after the storm ruins your schoolhouse? With dozens of possible choices, it’s up to YOU to find a way to survive one of history’s worst blizzards.Unusual Life Cycles of Reptiles (Unusual Life Cycles)
By Jaclyn Jaycox. 2022
Have you ever heard of a reptile that spends most of its life in an egg? What about a reptile…
that has to lay its eggs on the same beach where it was hatched? Young readers will learn all about Madagascar chameleons, sea turtles, and other reptiles with unusual life cycles.Droughts (Wild Earth Science)
By Jaclyn Jaycox. 2022
Dry land. Thirsty plants. When rains don’t come, droughts happen. Desert, forest, or prairies—droughts can happen anywhere. Discover how small…
shifts in rain amounts can cause big changes to the land. Learn about droughts, what causes them, and how living things adapt to survive.Your Passport to Australia (World Passport)
By A. M. Reynolds. 2022
Animals of the Amazon Rain Forest (Wild Biomes)
By Mari Schuh. 2022
Biomes are home to unique animals and plants. Give beginning readers an introductory look at the Amazon rain forest! Readers…
will get an up-close look at the characteristics of the land and weather and how monkeys, parrots, anacondas, sloths, and other animals have adapted to life in this amazing biome.Animals Hidden in the Snow (Animals Undercover)
By Jessica Rusick. 2022
Some creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. In…
cold habitats, animals blend in with the snowy surroundings. They also hide beneath the snow in dens. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the snow?Tsunamis (Wild Earth Science)
By Isaac Kerry. 2022
Deep underwater, something shifts. Ocean water pulls back from the shore, then comes flooding back. Tsunami! These massive waves happen…
when earthquakes or other actions cause huge amounts of water to shift. Learn about tsunamis, pay attention to warnings, and stay safe.Day and Night on the Prairie (Habitat Days and Nights)
By Ellen Labrecque. 2022
Spend a day and night in the prairie! Learn about this grassy habitat through the exciting animals that call it…
home. Spot prairie dogs popping aboveground as morning sun floods a field. Join giant bison as they graze on grass. Stir up dust on a sunset sprint with antelope. After dark, stake out prey with a coyote in dense grass. What will tomorrow bring in the prairie?Animals Hidden in the Ocean (Animals Undercover)
By Jessica Rusick. 2022
Some ocean creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey.…
Some ocean animals blend in with sand, pebbles, and more. Others hide in coral reefs or beneath the ocean floor. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the ocean?In September 1900, the people of Galveston, Texas, knew a storm was coming. But they’d experienced storms before and didn’t…
think much of it. However, the hurricane that hit on September 8 was more powerful and damaging than anybody expected. Will you find a way to survive the storm and write about the experience for the local newspaper? Can you find a way to save your family’s business and the customers inside when the storm hits? Will you rescue a young woman who is floating by on the detached roof of a house in the middle of the storm? With dozens of possible choices, it’s up to YOU to find a way to survive through one of the deadliest storms in history.Birds & Blooms Everyday Birdwatching Stories
By Birds Blooms. 2021
More than 300 stunning photos of birds throughout the United States, paired with reader stories about each encounter along with…
interesting factual tidbits and special sections that detail how to attract birds to your backyard.Every birder who ventures into the outdoors with a camera comes back with more than just photos: they return with stories to tell. In Everyday Birdwatching Stories, the editors of Birds & Blooms magazine gather stunning images of your favorite fluttery backyard visitors paired with heartwarming stories about how each snapshot was captured. Inside, you&’ll find: More than 300 photos of beloved birds in summer, spring, winter and fall, with the photographers&’ inspiring stories about how they found each bird. Factual tidbits in every chapter about birdsongs, species names and more Articles that explain how to attract a variety of birds to your backyard Whether you&’re an avid birdwatcher and photographer or an armchair avian enthusiast, Everyday Birdwatching Stories offers plenty to marvel at and learn—and brings you close to a world of wonderful wings.Sea Turtles to Sidewinders: A Guide to the Most Fascinating Reptiles and Amphibians of the West
By Charles Hood, Erin Westeen, Jose Gabriel Martinez-Fonseca. 2021
"For families wanting to explore their local wildlife as well as an engaging read for those with a general interest…
in the subject.&” —Booklist The American West is home to a wide array of reptiles and amphibians-from the rare and curious to those that can be found in parks and backyards. With this user-friendly guide in hand, discover the most likely-to-be-encountered lizards, snakes, turtles, and amphibians native to Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington, plus the western parts of Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. Whether you are a dedicated herper or simply have a keen interest in wildlife and natural history, Sea Turtles to Sidewinders—from Charles Hood, Erin Westeen, and Jose Gabriel Martfnez-Fonsec—will help you appreciate and celebrate the amazing diversity represented by reptiles and amphibians of the West.The whale: in search of the giants of the sea
By Philip Hoare. 2010
Researcher describes his lifelong fascination and journey of discovery with deep-sea leviathans. Weaves excerpts from Moby Dick (DB 34184) and…
other works with his personal reflections as he explores the whale's role in literature, history, science, and culture. Some strong language. 2010Frozen secrets: Antarctica revealed
By Sally M. Walker, Sally M Walker. 2010
Describes scientists' investigations of the icy South Pole continent. Discusses the researchers' methods of mapping the terrain, scuba diving, using…
underwater robots, retrieving fossils, and collecting ice core samples to analyze data about the Antarctic Ice Sheet. Highlights climate challenges and perils. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2010The bat scientists (Scientists in the Field)
By Mary Kay Carson. 2010
Follows a team of scientists who are studying bats in caves and under bridges to learn this winged mammal's secrets.…
Debunks myths--such as bats are flying mice--and presents facts about bat behavior and physical characteristics. Discusses echolocation, bat communication, and conservation efforts to preserve bat habitats. For grades 5-8. 2010