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Laura Perdew
Droughts introduces readers to these dry weather events. Readers will learn about how and why droughts happen, predicting and preparing for droughts, and the effects of droughts. The book explores…
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Showcases the weird and wacky world of bioluminescent animals. This book introduces the reader to many different glowing animals, explains what causes them to glow, and gives examples of where…
Showcases a variety of natural phenomena to give readers a taste of what nature has to offer. This book introduces the reader to four phenomena: frozen ice bubbles, colorful lakes…
It's your world, so make it a sustainable one! Learn how small, everyday choices can lead to big, positive changes for the planet--from how you use energy to what you…
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A hands-on project book about the keystone species keeping habitats healthy! Who's keeping the ecosystem healthy?
In any ecosystem, every species has a role to play. From towering trees and…
Presents real world examples of wetland conservation efforts, discussing the causes of the loss and degradation and describing what is being done to fix the damage.–
Birdbrain often describes an individual who is not very smart. Birdbrain dives into bird characteristics and behavior to investigate if there is truth behind this common expression. Easy-to-read text, vivid…
"Eagle-eyed" often describes an individual who is sharp-sighted with an eye for detail. Eagle-Eyed dives into eagle characteristics and behavior to investigate if there is truth behind this common expression…
From catching stunning views in Rocky Mountain National Park to cheering on a favorite sports team in Denver, there's a lot to see and do in Colorado. This state lies…
Cooperation can be key to survival. Working Together to Survive covers how animals work with other animals, and even other species, to get food, stay safe, and thrive. Easy-to-read text…
This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Northeast, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency.
Presents readers with the 12 most devastating fires of all time. Each chapter provides historical facts, how each fire started, and why they were the worst. Features full-color photos, compelling…
Food advertising is seemingly everywhere. But what messages are advertisers sending when they try to get consumers to purchase their products? Asking Questions about Food Advertising looks at who pays…
Offers readers a … look into the race for the United States to become energy independent. Learn about the energy sources used throughout the United States and efforts to become…
Offers readers a look into the race to develop and use renewable energy sources. Learn about how the United States is using energy from the sun, wind, and other sources…
"Introduces readers to what plastic pollution is, the consequences of this type of pollution, and what people are doing to help. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast…
Introduces readers to what light pollution is, the consequences of this type of pollution, and what people are doing to help. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast…
Introduces readers to what solar power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source…
Introduces readers to what hydroelectric power is, how it is used today and how it might be used in the future, and the benefits and drawbacks of this energy source…
Humanity’s impact on the natural world can have disastrous effects. The California Droughtshines a light on California’s lengthy and devastating dry period. With abundant charts and diagrams and large-format photos…
Animal Conservationists takes a look at the ways in which scientists are working to save animals from disease, human encroachment, and invasive species across the world –
The flow of information through our modern digital world has led to many new issues and controversies. Online Identity examines the benefits and consequences of storing massive amounts of personal…
What do community-supported agriculture, grocery cooperatives, and farmers’ markets have in common? This book explores the trend toward eating locally, including its historical origins and the benefits and challenges of…
Grasses and wildflowers cover the grasslands. Grassland Biomes explores the plants, animals, and climate that make up the biome. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a…
Humanity’s impact on the natural world can have disastrous effects. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch shines a light on the giant accumulation of garbage in the Pacific Ocean. With abundant…
This field guide highlights 100 mammals found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about the behaviors and appearance of each mammal and will be able to identify…
The flow of information through our modern digital world has led to many new issues and controversies. Information Literacy in the Digital Age examines the challenges involved in seeking and…
"... establishes the basics of finding and identifying wildlife, including looking for tracks and listening for calls. Alongside text that describes animal behavior and habitat, readers will learn the importance…
Speed is key to escaping predators. Fleeing to Survive covers how a variety of animals flee, whether it’s on land or in the air or water. Easy-to-read text, vivid images…
Readers will learn how deserts form and how they change over time, as well as the plants and animals that make deserts their home.
Readers will learn how islands form and how they change over time, as well as the plants and animals that make islands their home.
Are birds dumb? This title dives into birds' unique traits, behaviors, and characteristics and examines the truth behind the idiom birdbrained. Easy-to-read text, vivid and colorful images and graphics, and…
Are eagles sharp-sighted? This title dives into eagles' unique traits, behaviors, and characteristics and examines the truth behind the idiom eagle-eyed. Easy-to-read text, vivid and colorful images and graphics, and…
Speed is key to escaping predators. Fleeing to Survive covers how a variety of animals flee, whether it's on land or in the air or water.
Cooperation can be key to survival. Working Together to Survive covers how animals work with other animals, and even other species, to get food, stay safe, and thrive.
In Aquatic Adventures: Biome Explorers, kids 5 to 8 embark on a voyage to Earth’s largest biome–water! Discover the huge variety of plants and animals that live in both freshwater…
In Destination Desert: Biome Explorers, kid scientists make the trek to four different types of deserts around the world–a hot and dry desert, a semi-arid desert, a coastal desert, and…
How do sunscreen and mucus help amphibians survive? Detailed illustrations, funny narrative, layered text, and backmatter all point science-minded, curious kids toward the fascinating world of animal adaptation! –Provided by…
How did Earth form? Why is there life here? Why is water so important? In Earth: One-of-a-Kind Planet, kids ages 5 to 8 explore their own planet and its place…
A full-color nonfiction picture book to introduce kids ages 5 through 8 to our closest cosmic neighbor–the moon!
The moon is one of the smaller celestial objects in the universe…
A story narrated by the Universe, this explains how the stars are born, about the cosmic objects and discover what stars are made of, what makes them twinkle, how many…
