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Rachel : the story of Rachel Carson
Rachel Carson was always curious about the world around her. As a girl she loved being outside, always exploring and wanting to know more about the universe. As an adult Rachel wrote books about what she loved--including Silent Spring, a book that changed the world. Amy Ehrlich's lucid and loving prose, complemented by Wendell Minor's luminous paintings, tells a memorable story of the power of…
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- 9780152063245
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- 34 pages : illustration ; 27 cm
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- 925 EHR
Dear Greenpeace
Please read what I have written about the whale in my pond love Emily Dear Emily, Here are some details about whales. I don't think you'll find it was a whale you saw, because whales don't live in ponds, but in salt water. Yours sincerely, Greenpeace
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- 9781406308488
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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What are living and nonliving things?
Key biological terms are defined in a way that all readers can understand in this book that explains the essential concepts of life processes and how living and nonliving things relate to each other. The basics of feeding, respiration, waste, and reproduction, among other important activities that sustain living things, are explained in clear, simple language, with colorful photographs to illus…
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- 9781622752263
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- Let's Find Out! Life Science
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- 570 SPI
Endangered animals
More than 600 species have become extinct in the last 400 years, and, while there are many reasons for this alarmingly high number, the influence of human behavior is undeniable. This beautifully illustrated book thoughtfully examines many at-risk species, and the principal threats to their well-being, at the same time empowering students to get involved in conservation efforts. Objective text,…
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- 9781477713259
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 22 cm
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- Habitats : Discovery Education
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- 591.6 CLO
Extreme animals : the toughest creatures on Earth
The creators of POOP are back with an entertaining look at the most incredible survivors on Earth. Are you ready for the competition? From the persevering emperor penguins of the South Pole to the brave bacteria inside bubbling volcanoes, from the hardy reptiles of the driest deserts to the squash-proof creatures of the deepest seabeds, animals have adapted to survive in conditions that would …
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- 9780763641276
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- 61 pages : illustration ; 14 cm
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- 591.4 DAV
10 things i can do to help my world
Even young children are eager to help the environment — and here is a bright, inviting novelty book that offers simple ways to make a difference. Do you remember to turn off the tap while you brush your teeth? How about using both sides of the paper when writing and drawing? Or planting seeds and nurturing the new plants as they grow? Bold, child-friendly illustrations and die-cut pages will …
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- 9780763641443
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- 34 pages : illustration ; 27 cm
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- 640 WAL
What planet are you from Clarice Bean?
This book is mostly about me, Clarice Bean, and saving the planet of earth. What happens is, my older brother Kurt rushes in. You can tell something is wrong because he is running. (Kurt never runs.) He says, 'The tree in our street is going to be chopped to pieces.' (It's probably a hundred years old.) Everyone goes a bit down in the mouth. Kurt says he's going to make a plan of action to s…
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- 1841211044
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 27 cm
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Touch the Earth
This interactive book immerses children in a fun and unique journey. Jump aboard the White Feather Flier, a magical plane that can go wherever you want! Just press a button printed on the page, and point the plane up in the air to fly, or down to land it! Fly to the top of a mountain! Send clean water to thirsty people! Dive deep into the ocean (the Flier turns into a submarine!) to pick …
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- 9781510720831
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- 40 pages : illustration ; 23
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Children of the Earth ... remember
A companion to the author's first book, Dear Children of the Earth, this book tells the story of the one big family of Mother Earth, in a lesson of sharing and protecting our planet.
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- 1559716401
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- 31 pages : illustration ; 28 cm
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Varmints
The most overlooked threat in the world is that of the loss of peace and quiet. The Varmints come and build their city where once was grass. Before they realise what they have done, there is nothing but a huge dark city. Can someone find the time and space to stop, think and plant seeds of change?
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- 9780763637965
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- 46 pages : illustration ; 30 cm
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