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Mountain of Fire: Into the Heart of Volcanoes (Roberge)
Par Julie Roberge, Aless Mc, Charles Simard. 2023
What Was the Children's Blizzard of 1888? (What Was?)
Par Steve Korté, Who Hq. 2023
Learn about the deadly and unexpected blizzard that slammed the Midwestern United States in 1888 and doomed many young lives…
in this addition to the New York Times Bestselling What Was? series.On January 12, 1888, a surprise blizzard broke out in the middle of the day across the Midwest. In its path, hundreds of children and teachers found themselves stranded inside schoolhouses with no food, no heat, and very few options. Days passed, and over 235 people died as result of the harsh snow of the Schoolhouse Blizzard, but many were able to survive thanks to the bravery of others in their communities. Learn all about the disastrous weather conditions and the people who were affected by it in this book for young readers.What Was the Donner Party? (What Was?)
Par Ben Hubbard, Who Hq. 2023
Learn about the treacherous journey across the Sierra Nevada mountain range that isolated and trapped a group of pioneers heading to California…
for an entire winter in this latest addition to the New York Times Bestselling What Was? series.In the winter of 1846-47, a group of eighty-seven pioneers heading from the Midwest to California found themselves snowbound in the Sierra Nevada mountain range with no way forward and no food or supplies. While forty-eight of the group members survived, the others perished due to extreme weather, starvation, and illness. To survive, the remaining people resorted to extreme measures...including cannibalism. Learn about the many miscalculations, bad decisions, and extreme weather that led to the demise of nearly half of the Donner Party in this book for young readers about one of California's first major disasters.Greta Thunberg (First Names)
Par Tracey Turner. 2022
In author Tracey Turner and illustrator Tom Knight’s Greta Thunberg, a biography in the First Names series, meet the young…
Swedish activist who is standing up to climate change! Before she was a well-known environmentalist activist, Greta Thunberg was just a girl living in Stockholm, Sweden. She first heard about climate change when she was only eight years old, and she couldn’t understand why no one seemed to be doing anything about it. When she was 15 years old, she began spending her days outside the Swedish Parliament to call for action on climate change. She’d sit outside the whole school day with a sign that read “School strike for climate.” Soon, other students began to follow Greta’s lead and participate in similar protests, and together, these kids organized the Fridays for Future climate strike movement. Greta also is an inspiration to many because she has Asperger’s Syndrome and is very open in talking about her diagnosis, further destigmatizing it. Today, Greta continues to fight for climate change—and continues to prove that you’re never too young to make a difference! First Names is a highly illustrated nonfiction series that puts readers on a first-name basis with some of the most incredible people in history and of today! The First Names series:Harry HoudiniAmelia EarhartAda LovelaceMalala YousafzaiFerdinand MagellanBeyoncé Nelson MandelaGreta ThunbergSeek & Find Biomes (Seek & Find)
Par Jorrien Peterson. 2020
Learn about the plants and animals in nine unique biomes with fun facts, engaging questions, and intricate illustrations.A biome is…
a naturally occurring community of diverse plants and animals. Explore your world top to bottom with Seek & Find Biomes to learn what makes each one totally unique and see if you can spot the recurring shapes hidden throughout the illustrations. Did you know that jaguars have been known to hunt in the Sonoran Desert? Or that the Amazon, the most powerful river in the world, is home to the unique pink river dolphin? Seek and find these creatures and many more in their natural biomes. A helpful glossary provides details for further discovery.Volcanoes and Other Natural Disasters (Dk Readers Series Dorling Kindersley Readers)
Par Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff, Harriet Griffey. 1998
Describes natural disasters which have occurred in various places throughout the world including the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D.,…
the Yellow River flood in 1887, and the Australian bush fires in 1983.Creep, Leap, Crunch! A Food Chain Story
Par Jody Jensen Shaffer. 2023
In this nonfiction picture book, discover how the animal kindgdom's food chain takes shape, from the lowly worm to the…
mighty king of the jungle.There was a blue sky with a bright shining sun,A dazzling, life-giving, fiery sun.The day had begun. Follow along as a day in the life of the food chain begins. From the sun that shines upon the grass and trees to the animals that feed each other, each element in nature has its place. But what happens when the food escapes? This cumulative story will delight, with a surprise ending that all science lovers will enjoy.How to Find a Fox
Par Kate Gardner. 2021
**Winner of the Mockingbird Award**Look for tracks. Listen for yips. Be as still as a pebble. Taking kids on an…
imaginary trek through different landscapes and seasons, How to Find a Fox celebrates one of our planet's most graceful and enchanting creatures: the red fox. Ossi Saarinen's stunning wildlife photos and Kate Gardner's lively and informative words capture the magical and profound connection between animals and humans. Readers will be inspired to get outside and make their own discoveries--maybe with a camera in-hand, just like Ossi.Ocean Anatomy Activities for Kids: Fun, Hands-On Learning (Anatomy Activities for Kids)
Par Laura Petrusic. 2021
Explore like a scientist with this illustrated ocean guide for kids ages 8 to 12 Dive into the big blue…
sea with Ocean Anatomy Activities for Kids! Travel around the world and down into the deep with illustrations and diagrams that show you how the different parts of the ocean work together. As you read about our amazing aquatic universe, you'll learn how to think like a marine scientist. Ocean Anatomy Activities for Kids goes beyond other marine biology books with: The world underwater—Discover 20 lessons that teach you about everything from kelp forests to coral reefs. Awesome activities—See ocean science in action with fun experiments like creating mini ocean currents and finding out what makes fish float. Your own ocean journal—Answer cool questions after each activity to figure out even more about what makes the ocean so special. Learn all about marine life as you journey the seas with this colorful kids' guide to ocean anatomy.Ocean Animals and Their Ecosystems: A Nature Reference Book for Kids
Par Erica Colón. 2020
Meet marine animals and their ecosystems—a book of ocean exploration for kids 8 to 12 The ocean covers 71 percent…
of the Earth's surface—and it's swimming with wild and beautiful marine animals. Packed with beautiful photos and interesting facts, this guide goes beyond other nature books for kids, taking you under the sea and into the homes of incredible ocean dwellers. This guide takes you into vibrant coral reefs, jagged coastlines, and icy polar regions. You'll explore how each ecosystem has changed, discover amazing ocean animals through exciting photos, and learn how a rich biodiversity contributes to a healthy ecosystem. This standout among nature books for kids includes: Packed with ocean animals—From powerful sharks to smart octopuses to fascinating deep sea creatures, swim with ocean animals and get to know them through fun facts, such as their diet, lifespan, and weight. Into the deep—Dive deeper than other nature books for kids with in-depth looks at the world's oceans, their ecosystems, and their habitats. Stunning photographs—Vivid, big, colorful photographs not found in other nature books for kids give you an up-close look at these wonderful marine animals and their environment. If you're looking for nature books for kids but aren't sure where to start, this guide will let you swim with and save our marine friends!Explore the fascinating world of reptiles with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 Big and small.…
Cute and dangerous. Covered in spikes, scales, and bony plates! Reptiles for Kids is filled with fun facts and amazing photos of slithering snakes and lizards, tough turtles and tortoises, creepy crocodiles and alligators, and some awesome amphibians. These ancient animals come in all sizes, shapes, and colors, from the weird to the wonderful and everything in between. Learn how a tadpole becomes a frog, what a crocodile likes to eat (and how it catches its prey!), and which gecko drops its tail when scared. Discover how to identify reptiles in your area, which reptiles can thrive at home, and the reptiles that need your help—and how you can be part of conservation efforts around the world to save them. With this book, you'll soon be an expert on our cold-blooded friends. Reptiles for Kids includes: Reptile 101—Find out what the differences are between reptiles and mammals. Look at that!—This fascinating book comes with tons of vibrant color photographs. In the home—Learn about the best reptiles to keep at home and how to properly care for them. Feed your wildlife curiosity with this fantastic book on reptiles for kids.Geology Activity Book For Kids: Hands-On Fun Exploring Rocks, Minerals, and the Earth's Surface
Par Meghan Vestal. 2021
Help kids discover how mountains are formed and rocks are made with this interactive geology book for ages 5-7Learning about…
rocks and minerals is a lot more fun when kids can get their hands dirty. This book on rocks teaches budding scientists all about planet Earth through 19 geological topics that feature hands-on experiments, on-page activities, and fascinating facts.What sets this geology book apart from other rock books for kids:Real-life experiments—Kids can see what it's like to be a geologist with simple yet fascinating experiments such as pulling core samples from a candy bar, growing crystals, and creating a volcanic eruption!Earth-based activities—A variety of games, puzzles, and facts help young readers better understand geological concepts and build their scientific vocabulary.Rock spotting—This is also a rock identification book where kids can learn how to identify the rocks and minerals being used in the world around them, from the kitchen to the classroom.Inspire geology kids with this interactive exploring nature activity book—it's a standout among geology books for kids.Farm Anatomy Activities for Kids: Fun, Hands-On Learning (Anatomy Activities for Kids)
Par Dawn Alexander. 2021
Help kids ages 8 to 12 discover how awesome and fun farms can be No matter where you live, you…
can learn all about the amazing things that happen on farms. Farm Anatomy Activities for Kids combines the joy of hands-on experiments and activities with easy-to-understand lessons that teach you all about farm life. This farm anatomy activity book helps you think more like a farmer and understand how nature, crops, and animals shape the way we live. You'll learn about all the different parts of a farm, the plants and animals you might find there, and how farms create the food you eat and the material for the clothes you wear. Farm Anatomy Activities for Kids includes: Educational lessons—Learn about the various parts of a farm, how they raise plants and animals, and the ways farms connect to your daily life no matter where you live. Ways to play—Try out cool experiments like growing crops without soil or making a mason bee house. Journal prompts—Reflect on what you've learned about farm anatomy with the thoughtful writing prompts paired with each activity. Take kids on an educational journey down to the farm without ever leaving home.Coyote: Seeking the Hunter in Our Midst
Par Catherine Reid. 2005
A &“beautifully written&” tribute to this tenacious and much-misunderstood creature of the wild (Bill McKibben). When Catherine Reid returned…
to the Berkshires to live after decades away, she became fascinated by another recent arrival: the eastern coyote. This species, which shares some lineage with the wolf, exhibits remarkable adaptability and awe-inspiring survival skills. In fact, coyotes have been spotted in nearly every habitable area available—including urban streets, New York&’s Central Park, and suburban backyards. Settling into an old farmhouse with her partner, Reid felt compelled to learn more about this outlaw animal. Her beautifully grounded memoir interweaves personal and natural history to comment on one of the most dramatic wildlife stories of our time. With great appreciation for this scrappy outsider and the ecological concerns its presence brings to light, Reid suggests that we all need to forge a new relationship with this uncannily intelligent species in our midst. &“More than a book about nature . . . a narrative about home and family, and about human attitudes toward the wild and unfamiliar.&” —The Boston Globe &“A captivating read, worthy of joining the pantheon of literary ecological writing.&” —Booklist &“Enlightening . . . a heartfelt, often poetic case for coexistence between humans and the wild.&” —Publishers WeeklyFrom the frightening murder hornet to the fierce wolverine—a visual trove of the most dangerous animals on the planet, from…
the author of the beloved A Curious Collection of Peculiar Creatures Sharks, snakes, and spiders get all the attention, but many of the most terrifying animals on the planet are probably ones you didn&’t know were so dangerous—like the otherworldly blue dragon, a tiny sea slug that can unleash a powerful sting, or the lethal mosaic crab, armed with a toxin 1,000 times deadlier than cyanide. And some creatures get rather creative when it comes to warding off predators—which is what makes them so amazing to read about. Take the adorable greater slow loris: This primate prepares to strike by first licking its venom-filled armpits! Before you run and hide, award-winning author and illustrator Sami Bayly shows how, once you understand why these animals have adapted to be so dangerous, you&’ll learn to appreciate their scarier sides. They&’re only trying to survive! And with so many of these species threatened or endangered, they&’re counting on us to learn to love and protect them . . . from a safe distance! Publisher&’s note: A Curious Collection of Dangerous Creatures was previously published in Australia under the title The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals.Heartwarming, surprising, and downright bizarre creature connections Relationships can be complicated, and it&’s no different in the wild. Meet…
60 dynamic duos across the plant and animal kingdom—from &“aww&” to &“eek&”! The Eltham copper butterfly and the Notoncus ant are BFFs for life. The ants lovingly raise the butterflies&’ caterpillar babies, while feasting on the sweet substance the caterpillars produce. Everybody wins in this prime example of mutualism. The pseudoscorpian is a total freeloader. When it wants to get around, it boards the back of the giant harlequin beetle, in a one-sided setup called commensalism. Parasitism is where things get spooky. Learn how the green-banded broodsac (a type of flatworm) first invades the eyestalk of the amber snail, then tricks it into getting eaten by a bird—inside which the broodsac will grow up. Yikes! Award-winning author and illustrator Sami Bayly shows us a whole world of wild companions like these—many endangered—and reminds us that we're all inseparable.Make way for the world&’s weirdest, most wonderful creatures—from the author of the forthcoming A Curious Collection of Dangerous Creatures…
Publisher&’s Note: A Curious Collection of Peculiar Creatures was previously published in Australia as The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals. What&’s your favorite animal—a majestic lion, a graceful horse? Those are great choices, but have you considered the fangtooth moray eel? It has two rows of icicle-shaped teeth! And the monkey slug caterpillar is ready to cuddle . . . just look out for the stingers all over its body (and its six limbs that technically aren&’t legs)! It&’s true, these animals are a little different—but their unusual features often give them incredible superpowers. Take the nearly blind star-nosed mole: Its pink, flower‑shaped nose can detect the microscopic texture of everything it touches, and it does this at warp speed—up to 12 objects per second! What&’s more, many of these weird, wonderful creatures need our help: They&’re endangered, and we can&’t afford to ignore their well-being any longer. It&’s time to find a peculiar creature to love! Why not the blobfish?Indigenous Ingenuity: A Celebration of Traditional North American Knowledge
Par Deidre Havrelock, Edward Kay. 2023
Celebrate Indigenous thinkers and inventions with this beautifully designed, award-winning interactive nonfiction book—perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass." Essential for kids and adults. We need this…
book." —Candace Fleming, award-winning author of The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh and The Family Romanov Corn. Chocolate. Fishing hooks. Boats that float. Insulated double-walled construction. Recorded history and folklore. Life-saving disinfectant. Forest fire management. Our lives would be unrecognizable without these, and countless other, scientific discoveries and technological inventions from Indigenous North Americans. Spanning topics from transportation to civil engineering, hunting technologies, astronomy, brain surgery, architecture, and agriculture, Indigenous Ingenuity is a wide-ranging STEM offering that answers the call for Indigenous nonfiction by reappropriating hidden history. The book includes fun, simple activities and experiments that kids can do to better understand and enjoy the principles used by Indigenous inventors. Readers of all ages are invited to celebrate traditional North American Indigenous innovation, and to embrace the mindset of reciprocity, environmental responsibility, and the interconnectedness of all life. An NCTE Orbis Pictus Honor Book An American Association of Geography Recommended Book A National Education Society Read Across America Selection A Canadian Children&’s Book Centre Best Books for Kids & TeensA School Library Journal Best Book of the Year A Shelf Awareness Gift Guide SelectionA Junior Library Guild SelectionThe Vegetables We Eat (New & Updated)
Par Gail Gibbons. 2024
What are vegetables, anyway? Find out the latest facts on 411 veggies with this new and updated illustrated introduction to…
produce!Peppers, beans, corn, and peas! Nonfiction superstar Gail Gibbons lays out the basics of veggies with colorful watercolors and straightforward text. Learn how they grow, how they get to stores, and how many kinds there are—and learn some weird trivia, too!Diagrams, cross sections, and illustrations get kids up close and personal with glossy red peppers, plump orange pumpkins, delectable little peas, and dozens of other vegetables in this essential primer on the subject.The Fruits We Eat (New & Updated)
Par Gail Gibbons. 2024
From #1 science writer for kids Gail Gibbons, learn everything about the delicious fruits you eat with this new and…
updated edition.Berries, apples, melons, and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas -- yum! This scrumptious, updated picture book, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits.Gail Gibbons combines a clear, simple text with her signature illustrations to present fruit facts galore: the parts of fruits, where and how they grow, harvesting, processing, where to buy them, and how to enjoy them as part of a healthy diet.