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Living Night: On the Secret Wonders of Wildlife After Dark

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Report copyright infringementby Sophia Kimmig (Author)When the sun sets, things start to get interesting among wild animals. Wherever we live, whether in the city or suburbs or country, darkness conjures a hidden world of wildlife that most of us rarely glimpse. Foxes, wolves, and bears prowl while skunks, opossums, and porcupines lurk; fireflies send flashing signals to potential mates; raccoons rummage for food; owls and bats fly overhead. Wildlife biologist Sophia Kimmig is our guide to th...

BBC Walking with Dinosaurs: Uncovering the Secret Stories of Prehistoric Life

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Report copyright infringementby Andrew Cohen (Author), Helen Thomas (Author), Kirsty Wilson (Author)Travel back in time to the prehistoric world of the dinosaurs, brought to life in spectacular detail. Revisit the spectacle of the incredible new season of BBC One's Walking With Dinosaurs in this richly detailed look into the distant past. With the latest up-to-date facts, interviews with leading dinosaur hunters, and insights from the TV series, this is the ultimate prehistoric book that ever...

Eavesdropping on Animals: What We Can Learn from Wildlife Conversations

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Report copyright infringementby George Bumann (Author), Jon Young (Foreword by)"This book is fabulous and takes you close inside the wild world, where you feel the creatures whispering your old name."--Craig Foster, My Octopus Teacher Learn how to decode the secret conversations of wild animals all around you. From a Yellowstone naturalist and expert in animal language comes "a tantalizing guide to revamping our approach to wild things." (WSJ) Growing up in rural New York, as a young man Geor...

Everyday Wild: An Illustrated Guide for Mindfulness in Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Kathryn Hunter (Author), Bo Hunter (Author)A colorful, charming, and immersive guide to exploring and treasuring the complex, miraculous natural world in your own backyard and beyond. Everyday Wild is an illustrated celebration of the vast natural diversity of the world, one that you can find by simply stepping outside. This guide to backyard (or front stoop!) ecology encourages you to notice every sight, sound, and smell--the rustle of falling leaves, the chir...

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Report copyright infringementby David L. Wagner (Author)A marvelously illustrated guide to the world's moths With more than 160,000 named species, moths are a familiar sight to most of us, flickering around lights, pollinating wildflowers about meadows and gardens, and as unwelcome visitors to our woolens. They come in a variety of colors, from earthy greens and browns to gorgeous patterns of infinite variety, and range in size from enormous atlas moths to tiny leafmining moths. Moths of the ...

Bird Lore: The Myths, Folklore and Meaning of Birds

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Report copyright infringementby Sally Coulthard (Author)From bestselling author, Sally Coulthard, comes this charmingly illustrated guide to our favorite feathered friends and the myths and folklore that surround their lives. Even today, birds are hugely symbolic. From songbirds to seagulls, nightingales to morning larks, we still use the cultural language of the avian world. Doves bring peace, storks carry newborn babies. Robins mark Christmas, hens Easter. Blackbirds and thrushes herald th...

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Report copyright infringementby Rachel Carson (Author), Sy Montgomery (Introduction by) From the author of one of the most influential books of the twentieth century, Silent Spring, The Edge of the Sea is part handbook, part hymn to ecological complexity that conveys the sense of wonder in nature for which Rachel Carson is justly celebrated. With a new introduction from New York Times bestselling author Sy Montgomery for the 70th anniversary, it is a brilliant, beautiful exploration of the At...

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Report copyright infringementby Jessica Vaughan (Author), Dawn Hewitt (Author), Julie Zickefoose (Author)Birds are everywhere. Why not start really watching them?Sometimes, all it takes is a "spark bird" to open the door. A bird, seen well, so unexpectedly beautiful and interesting that it cracks you wide open. Bird Watching For Dummies is a spark book, teaching you all you need to know about this fun, affordable, and accessible hobby. It gently guides as you explore your local habitats, lear...

Flight of the Godwit: Tracking Epic Shorebird Migrations

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Report copyright infringementby Bruce M. Beehler (Author), Alan T. Messer (Illustrator)Soar across 46 North American territories to uncover the secrets of 7 magnificent shorebirds, the world's greatest nonstop travelers An immersive travelogue that belongs on every birder's bookshelf, with 30 gorgeous black-and-white illustrations and a birdwatching species checklist Flying more than 8,000 miles from Alaska to eastern Australia without stopping to eat or rest, the Bar-tailed Godwit holds the ...

Birds, Sex and Beauty: The Extraordinary Implications of Charles Darwin's Strangest Idea

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Report copyright infringementby Matt Ridley (Author)"Matt Ridley is one of our finest science writers. This book is a treat for bird lovers and evolutionary biologists alike." --Richard Dawkins, author of The Genetic Book of The Dead and The God DelusionThe New York Times bestselling author of Genome and The Evolution of Everything revisits Darwin's revelatory theory of mate choice through the close study of the peculiar rituals of birds, and considers how this mating process complicates our ...

Pacific Intertidal Life: Identifying Marine Life of the Pacific Coast, Including Rocky Reefs and Tidepools

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Report copyright infringementby Ron Russo (Author), Pam Frazier (Illustrator)Identify marine life of the Pacific Coast--from Alaska to Baja California--with this pocket-size guide.Whether you're strolling along the beach, wading across a tidepool, or snorkeling with your family, you're bound to encounter a variety of marine life. If you're curious about the underwater organisms you see, then Pacific Intertidal Life by Ron Russo is just what you need. With the handy, easy-to-use book, you can ...

Kingbird Highway: The Biggest Year in the Life of an Extreme Birder - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Kenn Kaufman (Author)At sixteen, Kenn Kaufman dropped out of the high school where he was student council president and hit the road, hitching back and forth across America, from Alaska to Florida, Maine to Mexico. Maybe not all that unusual a thing to do in the seventies, but what Kenn was searching for was a little different: not sex, drugs, God, or even self, but birds. A report of a rare bird would send him hitching nonstop from Pacific to Atlantic and back...

The Dog Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies. Essential Tips to Recognize, Respond, and Prepare for Dog Emergencies

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Report copyright infringementby Gal Chivvis (Author)The Dog Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies: Essential Tips to Recognize, Respond, and Prepare for Dog EmergenciesEmergencies can happen in an instant-would you know when to act?Written by a seasoned emergency veterinarian, The Dog Owner's Guide to Health Emergencies is a must-have resource for every dog owner. This practical and easy-to-follow guide gives you the knowledge to recognize warning signs, take immediate action, and seek veterina...

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Report copyright infringementby Timothy Knapman (Author), Sarah Warburton (Illustrator)Going to the supermarket can be SO BORING. But do you know what makes it fun? DINOSAURS, that's what! A funny, visual treat for children who love dinosaurs.For one little boy, a regular day at the supermarket is turned upside down. A band of dinosaurs wreak havoc in the aisles, but the grown-ups can't see them! Can he convince the dinosaurs to behave? And, more importantly, who will mop up the mess? ...

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Report copyright infringementby Anna Kemp (Author), Sara Ogilvie (Illustrator)A pug pliés into the spotlight in this delightfully funny picture book about a dancing dog and an unforgettable Nutcracker ballet! Biff is not like other dogs. He'd much rather plié than play fetch. So the second Miss Polly tells the ballet class they'll be performing The Nutcracker for their Christmas show, Biff starts dreaming of the fluffiest tutu! The twinkliest tiara! He wants to be the sugar plum fairy. Instea...

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Report copyright infringementby Stephanie Stansbie (Author), Wendy J. Warren (Illustrator)A stunningly illustrated, lyrical story about hard work, determination, body positivity, and representation. Rita the bear has always wanted to be a ballerina. She begins taking ballet classes with Monsieur le Fox and practices every chance she gets. Her best friend, Wanda, dances with her, and together, they push each other to be the best they can be. When Monsieur le Fox announces that he's holding aud...

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Report copyright infringementby Mo Willems (Author)Read 5 Elephant & Piggie adventures in this special bind-up collection! Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant and Piggie. Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. Stories included in this bind-up collection: - Today...

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Report copyright infringementby Peter Millett (Author), Alison Hawkins (Illustrator)In this funny and heartwarming picture book, meet a shy little giraffe named Kipekee. She's a bit different from the other giraffes--she was born with no spots. Inspired by a real-life spotless giraffe from a popular news story, born in 2023, at Brights Zoo in Tennessee, Kipekee is one of the rarest giraffes on the planet. But being one of a kind isn't easy. And as Kipekee looks around her on her first day at ...

Chicken Soup for the Soul: What I Learned from My Cat: 101 Tales of Our Favorite Felines

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Report copyright infringementby Amy Newmark (Author)We learn so much from our cats, and along the way they keep us company, provide unconditional love, and share in the ups and downs of our lives. What do we learn from our cats? Everything. They make us better versions of ourselves and show us the power of gratitude, forgiveness, resilience, living in the moment, and so much more. If we rescued them, they rescue us back. If we're sad, they comfort us. If we've forgotten how to have fun, they...

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Report copyright infringementby Editors of Silver Dolphin Books (Author)Spend a day in the life of an amazing animal with these twelve engaging stories that can each be read in exactly five minutes! In Discovery 5-Minute Animal Tales, kids will travel around the globe to meet an assortment of wondrous wild animals. This collection of twelve stories presents fascinating and informative stories starring frolicking lion cubs, migrating humpback whales, fledging flamingoes, and much more. Each st...

Small Mighty Dung Beetle (Start Small, Think Big

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Report copyright infringementby Mary Auld (Author), Hannah Bailey (Illustrator)Meet a mighty green beetle as it rolls a ball of dung many times its size. Discover the part it plays in the African savannah, an ecosystem where a small beetles and enormous elephants live side by side Start Small, Think Big is a series that sets readers on a journey of discovery, beginning from the small and familiar to new areas of knowledge where you really have to think big! Small Mighty Beetle starts with a ...

Salmon Run: An Epic Journey to the Ocean and Back

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Report copyright infringementby Annie Chen (Author)A Junior Library Guild Gold Selection★ "The art is a wonder in both style and effectiveness. . . This is an exemplary use of illustrations to convey the biological processes that are often unseeable to humans. R*" - Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksAn exquisitely presented account of the life cycle of a Pacific salmon that is sure to entice young naturalists with its accessible design and inviting and informative text She begins as ...

Lonely Planet Kids the Bugs Book: Meet Over 100 Incredible Creepy-Crawlies That Share Our Planet

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Report copyright infringementby Lonely Planet (Author)Explore the incredible world of bugs in this latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series.From giant millipedes to deadly spiders; jewel-like beetles to jungle leaf-insects; come and take a mini safari across the continents to uncover the incredible array of insects, arachnids and myriapods that roam our planet. If it crawls, scuttles, flutters or stings, you'll find it in The Bugs Book. Inside The Bugs Book: Travel across...

Lonely Planet Kids Atlas of Horses and Ponies: Discover the A-Neigh-Zing World of Horses

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Report copyright infringementby Lonely Planet (Author)Take a wild ride into the world of horses and ponies with this awesome atlas of more than 100 incredible breeds from across the continents!Packed with gorgeous illustrations, marvellous maps and fascinating facts, discover a huge selection of horses and ponies from South America's Peruvian Paso to Asia's Orlov Trotter and Europe's Swedish Warmblood. Learn about each horse's country of origin, physical characteristics and personality traits...

Don't Waste the Poop!: Ready-To-Read Level 2

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Report copyright infringementby Marilyn Singer (Author), Heather Fox (Illustrator)Kids curious about topics that gross out grown-ups can learn about how animals use poop for defense, shelter, and even food in this nonfiction Level 2 Ready-to-Read! Ew...poop. Poop is gross. Poop is funny. But did you know poop is really important to lots of animals? Some use it to build homes, some for protection, and some even eat it! Find out more about the smellier side of the animal kingdom in this fact-fi...

The Buzz on Wild Bees: The Little-Known Pollinators That Keep Our Planet Humming

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Report copyright infringementby Kira Vermond (Author), June Steube (Illustrator)An engaging introduction to the wide world of wild bees Say the word "bee," and most kids think of honeybees or bumblebees. But there are around 20,000 discovered species of bees--and most of these are wild, solitary bees that don't live in hives. Readers will discover fascinating facts about these lesser-known bee species, from mason bees and mining bees to leafcutter bees and vulture bees. Using clear, concise l...

Lonely Planet Kids My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas: Contains Over 50 Flaps to Lift

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Report copyright infringementby Lonely Planet (Author)Discover the ROARSOME world of dinosaurs with this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book for dino-mad kids!Take a hands-on tour through the amazing world of dinosaurs and learn about where they lived, what they ate and how they spent their days. From the terrifying T-rex to the long-necked diplodocus, you'll find some of the biggest, mightiest and deadliest dinos inside the pages of this book - with exciting lift-the-flaps that reveal...

The Hidden Wisdom of Animals: Surprising Things We Can Learn from Nature

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Report copyright infringementby Kate Siber (Author), Kaitlynn Copithorne (Illustrator)Discover life lessons in the secret superpowers of animals, revealed in this enchantingly illustrated children's book by bestselling author Kate Siber. Animals have a lot to teach us, if only we open our eyes. From the slow-moving sloth to the playful dolphin, every living creature has unique skills, strengths, and qualities that we can learn from. The Hidden Wisdom of Animals invites kids ages 8 and up to ...

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Report copyright infringementby Yuval Zommer (Author)From bestselling author Yuval Zommer, this book takes young readers on a journey to some of the world's most unique islands to discover how they formed, why they're special, and to meet the remarkable animals and plants that make these places their home. Featuring Zommer's beloved illustrations, this first book in the Our Wonders series nurtures the next generation of naturalists by immersing them in the most fascinating examples of islands...

How to Be a Dragonfly (in Association with the Royal Entomological Society)

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Report copyright infringementby DK (Author)Shrink to the size of a garden bug and enter the world of dragonflies in this first graphic novel for children. This graphic novel of garden life, made in collaboration with the Royal Entomological Society, is a perfect introduction to dragonflies for bug-obsessed little ones aged 5-7. Follow a newly hatched dragonfly as he learns to navigate pond life and meet plenty of fascinating bug characters along the way, in this first graphic novel. Narrated ...

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Report copyright infringementby Eleanor Spicer Rice (Author), Max Temescu (Illustrator)Meet the deadliest sea creatures on Earth.Who's the true danger of the sea? Is it the elegant box jellyfish? The fearsome great white shark? The elusive blue-ringed octopus? Or someone else?The host of this stiff competition, Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice, teaches the rules for sea creature interactions (Do not touch! Do not bother!) and introduces the contestants.This tale of teeth, tentacles, and toxins invites...

Welcome to Whalebone Mansion: Creatures That Lurk at a Whale Fall

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Report copyright infringementby Laken Slate (Author), Bindy James (Illustrator)Two small fish discover a haunted house deep below the surface of the ocean. Are there ghosts inside? Vampires? What even IS this spooky place? A playful and fun nonfiction graphic picture book for 3-7-year-olds that asks questions and has sidebar facts, so kids won't even notice how much they're learning! When a whale dies, its body sinks to the bottom of the ocean floor and decomposes there, providing sustenance ...