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Extinction Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at
Earth's wildlife extinction crisis It is estimated that out of
around eight million species on Earth, at least one million plant
and animal species are threatened with extinction, and that the
current rate of extinction is up to 100 times higher than in any
previous mass extinction. And it's human activity that's largely
responsible for this frightening decline. Extinction Planet takes a
non-alarmist, but truthful, look at Earth's extinction crisis,
explaining what a mass extinction is, how they occur and what their
repercussions can be. It explores how, as humankind has caused this
latest biodiversity crisis, we also have the solutions to slow or
stop its damage, from reining in overconsumption, rewilding natural
places, making farming more planet-friendly, preventing overfishing
and seriously tackling climate change. It also suggests ways we can
all live in a more planet-friendly way, from global changes such as
investing in renewable energy sources, to individual actions such
as buying sustainable products and eating less meat and fish.
Following on from Plastic Planet, Hot Planet, Recycled Planet and
Sustainable Planet, Extinction Planet features the same blend of
illustrations and photos and a striking cover, and is written by
the award-winning author Anna Claybourne. Aimed at readers aged 9
and up.
Surviving Floods will look at children who experienced floods
around the world, through history and up to the present day.
In this sweet and interactive bedtime read-aloud-with the
rollicking rhyme of Sandra Boynton's Barnyard Dance! and the
bedtime themes of Sleep Like A Tiger by Mary Logue-young readers
can make skunks scamper and possums prance with each push of a
durable novelty element. When you rest your head at night,
nocturnal animals awake to dance and play! Push and pull the sturdy
tabs to make foxes frolic and hedgehogs hustle in this sweet,
interactive tale of nighttime fun. A charming and interactive
bedtime read-aloud, young children will delight in moving the
durable novelty elements, making the illustrations transform
through their efforts. FOR FANS OF BARNYARD DANCE!: With rollicking
rhyme and dancing animals, this book is perfect for anyone who
loves Sandra Boynton's Barnyard Dance! BEDTIME READ-ALOUD: After
celebrating what nocturnal animals do at night, the child reader
helps to tuck the child protagonist into a cozy bed by pull up
their covers. Perfect for a bedtime read-aloud! GREAT VALUE: With 8
durable and movable sliders" throughout-including on the front
cover-$12.99 is great value. BONDING & LEARNING: Interactive
novelty elements create opportunities for interacting with the
book, and with one another, in new and sweet ways. While promoting
parent-child bonding, the interactive elements also help the
youngest readers learn hand-eye coordination and cause-and-effect
as they see how their actions impact the illustrations. CUDDLY
CREATURES: Teagan White's cutest of animals are irresistible.
Perfect for: parents, gift-givers, fans of interactive books"
Wild has been on the run -- jumping from one family to the next --
ever since she left Chance almost a year ago. But when a mysterious
canine corporation, C.A.T., abducts her and threatens to hurt
Chance, she will stop at nothing to escape and find her old friend.
Together again, Wild and Chance must enlist the help of Junebug to
hack into C.A.T.'s computer to discover what they really want. But
along the way, the group is reunited with an old friend and
introduced to the Puppio puppies -- love-at-first-sight cute, with
massive eyes, who smell like apple pie. Even though they may look
cute on the outside, Wild is convinced everything isn't as it
seems. When she finds out a shocking discovery about her past, Wild
must decide who is more important to protect -- her past, her best
friend, or the greater Los Angeles area who are in incredible
Puppio danger. Equal parts heart-pounding action and heartfelt
journey, this second book in the Wild & Chance series grabs
readers from page one and never lets go.
Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this
pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for
hours of fun! Kids will have fun collecting points at the seaside
with more than 140 things to find. From ships and rescue vehicles
to rock pools and seaweed, they'll learn all about life by the sea.
And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their
official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books
to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more fun at
the seaside check out the i-SPY At the Seaside Activity Book (ISBN
9780008392871).
What's the scoop behind all the mucus? Did you know snails build
roads like engineers and go undercover in camouflage like spies?
Did you know they can be smaller than a seed or bigger than a
grown-up's hand? Kevin McCloskey mixes snail science, art, and
hilarity for the newest book in his Giggle and Learn series,
praised by the New York Times as "a winning combination of facts
and gross-out fun."
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Erosion
(Paperback)
Tamra B Orr
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Learn the amazing (and sometimes magical) history of gemstones from
around the world through the corresponding birthstones that
represent each month of the year. Gemstones are among Earth's
rarest and most beautiful creations. They are history's preeminent
symbols of wealth and power. They are valued because they are
beautiful and rare, but also because their beauty is undiminished
with time. The stone that once adorned a king or maharaja, might
today be set in a ring or necklace, and if not destroyed, will
continue to sparkle thousands of years from now. This history only
increases the value of these stones. What better way to teach young
readers about gemstones than by focusing on the different
birthstones that correspond to each month of the year? Everyone
(mostly) knows their birthstone. But do they know the full history
of these stones--where they were mined, how/why they were popular,
or how to best harness a stone's energy to help deal with matters
of friendship, family, and life? Your Birthstone Book will give
readers insight into the powers assigned different bithstones while
exploring their fascinating uses over the course of history.
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Ocean
(Hardcover)
Helene Druvert, Emmanuelle Grundmann
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This gorgeous, large-format book is filled with clever cutouts
exploring the ocean, from the shoreline to the murkiest depths.
This fact-filled journey is illustrated by Helene Druvert, the
acclaimed creator of Paris Up, Up and Away, Mary Poppins Up, Up and
Away, Anatomy and New York Melody.
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My First Kitten
(Paperback)
Alyssa Satin Capucilli; Photographs by Jill Wachter
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Beginning readers will learn all about what it's like to have a new kitten or cat in this Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read with sweet text and photographs of first-time cat owners!
What is it like to get your first kitten? Find out in this early reader by Biscuit creator Alyssa Satin Capucilli. You will feed your kitten, pet it, pick up after it, and most of all...love it very much. Young readers will love seeing kids their age take care of a kitten for the first time in this adorable introduction to pet ownership.
A special section in the back with more information about having a new kitten or cat makes this book the cat's meow!
From flossing and howling, to building nests and thumping chests,
this delightful follow up to Freaky, Funky Fish explores the
amazing things primates do. All primates climb and breathe in air.
They have big brains and hands and hair. But. . . some live alone,
some live in groups. One primate has a nose that droops. Peculiar
Primates is an adorable picture book with a scientific-and
child-friendly-underpinning. With examples of different primates
for each description, as well as extensive backmatter explaining
the fascinating science behind their behaviors, this bizarre book
captures the wonders of our ecosystem.
Meet 36 of southern Africa’s most common and interesting snakes in this lively and engaging kids’ guide. Discover the intriguing habits of snakes – where they live, how they hunt, what dangers they face, and how they protect themselves, all richly supported by more than 250 captivating photographs. A detailed introduction to many aspects of snake behaviour opens up the fascinating world of these widely misunderstood reptiles.
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