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Author
Publisher
Brown Books Kids
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The sea-with its unknowable depths, its far-reaching horizons, and its sparkling surface-holds some in fascination, others in fear. But one thing can't be denied by either beholder of the water: it is home to an array of species we can't even begin to know the extent of. But as for the underwater creatures of the past, who have been extinct for millions of years, we can make an attempt at learning all of them. With The Secrets of Ancient Sea Monsters,...
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Kids will love learning so many fascinating facts about creepy nocturnal creatures! Want to know how opposums protect themselves from predators? Or what helps vampire bats fly? A "create-your-own night creature" activity is included in the backmatter for even more spooky fun!"
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Learn about the amazing bravery and loyalty displayed by animals and their contributions to military success. This book highlights a variety of brave dogs and other animals that have served in the military, whose contributions protected troops on the front lines of war. Each true story gives readers a lesson in history and a lesson in the importance of these animals' contribution. It's paw-sitively inspiring!
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
When Maddie and Will get a message that dire wolves--huge misshapen changelings, much larger than regular wolves--have been marauding and attacking through the hills and valleys of Celtica, the Rangers are sent on a mission to unravel just who or what is behind these dangerous creatures. Will isn't anxious to return to Celtica, especially approaching the Rift. And as they travel, Maddie must grapple with their growing dealings with the spiritual and...
Author
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Travel back to the time of dinosaurs and marvel at the wonders of prehistoric life! From the Tyrannosaurus rex and saber-toothed cats, to woolly mammoths and ferns, this dinosaur book for kids is packed with a collection of amazing plants, dinosaurs and prehistoric animals. Every page will captivate young readers who are interested in fossils and natural history! Inside the pages of this dinosaur encyclopedia, you'll discover: A captivating story...
9) In between
Author
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
We all go through awkward phases--even animals! Award-winning author and photographer April Pulley Sayre shines a light on nature's relatable in-between moments. No longer underwater but not ready to fly, no longer a tadpole but not yet leaping to land. Animals, just like people, can find themselves stuck in some awkward in-between stages. How do we get out of the in-betweens? We just have to push on through! Come get a glimpse behind-the-scenes into...
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks eXplore
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
This heartwarming, lullaby-like nonfiction picture book combines animal facts with a comforting message of love and belonging. With back matter about ways animals show love included, this sweet book is perfect for homes, schools, and libraries!
12) Chick-a-boo!
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Hen is worried because she cannot find Chick anywhere. He is playing chick-a-boo with all the other farm animals. Adorable illustrations and leveled text help young readers play too!
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
A venomous lizard the size of a small car. A snake capable of taking down an elephant. A "monster" that sends venom into its victims while it's chewing on them. Sound like the makings of the ultimate thriller movie? It's real life. And it's just the beginning.
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Teeth, tails, and scales--oh my! Newly independent readers will be transported back to a time when bugs were big and monsters ruled the deep. Each page of this dazzling Level 2 reader is packed with jaw-dropping facts on the fiercest predators of the ancient oceans. Learn about Megalodon, the largest shark ever to have lived; Jaekelopterus, a human-size scorpion; Helicoprion, a fish whose teeth were in the shape of a circular saw; and more! Level...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
This Level 2 reader features dozens of animals and their fascinating abilities, such as leafcutter ants that can lift 50 times their weight, the mutable rain frog that can change the texture of its skin, and the unusual pom-pom crab that carries sea anemones to strike at foes. Young readers get up close to these creatures with engaging text and colorful photos. Level 2 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging information for kids ready to read on...
Author
Publisher
W.W. Norton & Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Though many scholars now argue that gender differences are purely a product of socialization, primatologist Frans de Waal illustrates in Different the scientific, evolutionary basis for gender differences in humans, drawing on his decades of experience working with our closest ape relatives: chimpanzees and bonobos. De Waal illuminates their behavioral and biological differences, and compares and contrasts them with human behavior: male domination...
18) Wild predators
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The Kratt brothers activate their creature powers to introduce readers to different types of predator animals and how they hunt for prey.
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Contains encyclopedic entries on more than 2,500 species of animals, featuring over 1,000 color photographs, along with diagrams and range maps, and sharing facts, conservation data, and from-the-field reports from National Geographic's explorers.
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