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Author
Series
Publisher
Cheriton Children's Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
Hardcover library binding.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover how animals have developed amazing anatomies, engineered to help them survive and thrive in some of the world's most challenging biomes. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the science of animal anatomy in the battle for survival on Earth.
Author
Publisher
Twirl
Pub. Date
2024.
Edition
First English-language edition.
Physical Desc
45 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 34 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Discover the most unusual and impressive plants on Earth! Towering sequoias, giant Saguaro cacti, prehistoric plants, incredible palms and many more fill the pages of this large format book. The detailed illustrations are accompanied by fascinating facts about each plant." -- Chronicle Books website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Do you know the story of Paul Revere and his famous ride? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. In this deep-diving series, readers of How FACT Became FICTION are invited into the truth beyond the stories people tell about history. It includes investigations into what really happened and how the truth was hidden over time. Readers explore primary sources as they develop historical inquiry and media literacy skills and...
Author
Publisher
BrightPoint Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
64 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
The US Constitution divides the government into three branches. The country's founders created a system of checks and balances to make sure that no branch could become too powerful. Separation of Government Powers explores this system, looking at how it works and how it continues to structure the government.
Author
Series
Publisher
Full Tilt Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24.
Language
English
Description
Delve into the sci-fi tropes that have become a part of our everyday vocabulary: parallel worlds, other dimensions, the multiverse, and more. These words didn't just appear from thin air. They're all grounded in actual ideas, and there are scientists out there trying to make them a reality. How close are we to finding another version of you: and how many are there in existence? Would there be downsides? And are there any ethical conundrums that are...
6) Hummingbird
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A tiny bird flits from flower to flower. With colorful feathers and a tiny body, this bird is a little gem! But what could it be? It's a hummingbird! Most of these little birds weigh about as much as a nickel, but they can flap their wings up to 200 times per second! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about hummingbirds!"--
7) Wolf
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"With jaws and teeth strong enough to crush bones, it's no wonder wolves are some fierce predators. A pack on the hunt can take down animals much bigger than themselves. And don't forget their famous howl! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about wolves!"--
Author
Publisher
Distributed by Random House
Pub. Date
1990
Edition
1st American ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
29 p., [1] leaf of plates : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs introduce poisonous animals such as the fire salamander, death puffer, gila monster, and sea anemone.
Author
Publisher
Applesauce Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
139 pages : color illustrations ; 27 x 31 cm.
Language
English
Description
From frigid poles to the blazing equator, from down deep in the underworld to the stormiest seas and beyond, dragons inhabit every habitat and niche available. They display mind-bending diversity; some breathe fire and some haunt the skies. Some have even developed complex language, communicating through a series of sounds and color pulses in their skin. Read through the life's work of a dracologist and learn the biology and cultural significance...
13) Quokka
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Quokkas live on a couple of small islands off of Australia. When they aren't sleeping in a nice shady spot in the grass, they hop from spot to spot, looking for some good plants to eat. But everyone knows quokkas for their famous smiles. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about quokkas!"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Learning
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
pages cm.
Language
English
Description
"I'M NOT GOING TO BED! What would happen if you took it to the extreme and never slept? This humorous, fact-based cautionary tale shows the effects of no sleep on your body--and your social life! Fun facts, tips for healthy sleep, a glossary, and further resources enhance learning in this illustrated narrative nonfiction title"--
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
" 'Independence, Freedom, and Happiness' is Vietnam's motto. Uncover the country's landscapes from its plateaus to Ho Chi Minh City. Then learn more about Vietnam's history, languages, cultures, and more"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Cheriton Children's Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover some of the planet's most extreme organisms and the adaptations they have made to survive Earth's most brutal biomes. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the science behind adaptations in the battle for survival on Earth. It is life on the edge, and only the fittest survive!
17) Sun bear
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"With strong legs and sharp claws, sun bears are great at climbing. From tearing away bark to find tasty insects to sleeping high up in branches-these small bears spend most of their time in trees. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about sun bears!"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Cheriton Children's Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"In this . . . book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the science of plant anatomy in the battle for survival on Earth"--Amazon.
19) Puffer fish
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"When puffer fish sense danger, they may try to swim away. But if these slow swimmers can't move fast enough, they can inflate to more than twice their normal size! Woah! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about puffer fish!"--
Author
Publisher
BrightPoint Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Physical Desc
64 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
The US government was founded on the idea of rule by the people. This means that citizens have a say in how the government works. They choose leaders to represent them. Rule by the People explores this idea, looking at different ways people can participate in government.
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