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1) Owls
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"With their striking appearance and distinctive hoot, hoot, owls are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are more than 200 types of owls living in the world? This new and updated edition, vetted by an expert, includes the latest information on owl sizes and statistics, their varied nesting habits, and the current conservation efforts to save these endangered birds. With their striking appearance and distinctive...
3) Farming
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English
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An introduction, in simple text and illustrations, to farming and the work done on a farm throughout the seasons.
4) Tornadoes!
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An introduction to tornadoes, explaining what they are, how they form, how they are classified, and how to stay safe in the event of a tornado.
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Holiday House
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Publisher Annotation: Planet Earth is in the Milky Way Galaxy, the cloudy band of light that stretches clear across the night sky. How many galaxies are there in the universe? For years astronomers thought that the Milky Way was the universe. Now we know that there are billions of them. Gail Gibbons takes the reader on a journey light-years away.
7) Whales
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"Did you know that whales breathe air just like people do? How about that a blue whale is one of the biggest mammals that ever lived? Discover these fascinating facts and more in this updated deep-dive into the biology of whales" -- From book jacket flap.
Introduces different kinds of whales.
8) Hurricanes!
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English
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Introduces readers to hurricanes, discussing hurricane formation, classification, weather preparedness, and the ever-evolving technology for predicting the behavior of these powerful storms.
9) Wolves
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"From the beloved science writer Gail Gibbons, rethink what you know about big bad wolves in this kid-friendly, illustrated guide with the latest facts from experts. While most people think of hungry fangs when they think of wolves, modern research has proven wolves are not the dangerous threat many thought them to be. This new edition, vetted by an expert, presents the latest scientific information on wolves in language accessible for young readers...
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Alligators and crocodiles are some of the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, but can you spot the differences between these two gigantic reptiles? Learn what makes each prehistoric creature unique and more in this toothy introduction to alligators and crocodiles.
"This updated edition vetted by an expert introduces young readers to everything they would want to know about the closest living relatives of dinosaurs, alligators and crocodiles. With...
12) Stargazers
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English
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"Vetted by an expert, this new and updated edition introduces scientific facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader. It introduces and reinforces important vocabulary for the aspiring astronomer, explaining everything in clear,...
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Berries, apples, melons and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas--yum! This scrumptious picture book, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons combines a clear, simple text with her signature illustrations to present fruit facts galore: the parts of fruits, where and how they grow, harvesting, processing, where to buy them, and how to enjoy them as part of...
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