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Earth : the biography
Iain Stewart & John Lynch.
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240 p. ; 29 cm.
A reference book dealing with the earth, its atmosphere and weather, geology, volcanoes, earthquakes, mountains, lakes, and other geographical features. Each chapter examines one of the five essential forces meteor impacts, plate tectonics, the ocean, the atmosphere, and ice that drive and shape our planet and determine its destiny. New imaging techniques and spectacular graphics combine to reveal hitherto hidden information about these forces, depicting them in action today as they keep the Earth alive and going back in time to show how cataclysmic events played roles in the planets development. More than 200 color photographs and illustrations present the familiar in a striking new light. The companion book to the television series.
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The everything kids' soccer book : rules, techniques, and more about your favorite sport!
Deborah W. Crisfield.
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viii, 133 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Its a goal! Whether kids play defense, goalie, or offense, theyll have hours of fun with this book. Coach Deborah W. Crisfield gives kids tips and strategies for passing, heading, defending, and more in this fun guide. Kids also learn: How to stretch before a big game Proper throw-in technique Rules of the game Dribbling drills Effective on-field communication Most important, this guide shows kids the importance of teamwork and motivates them to stay active and healthy. This book will be a hit with kids and parents alike!
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Extreme scientists : exploring nature's mysteries from perilous places
by Donna M. Jackson.
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63, [17] p. : ill. (some col.), col. map ; 24 x 29 cm.
Extreme scientists battle some of the Earth's most intense conditions, from hurricanes to caves to the crowns of towering redwoods, in order to save lives, preserve species, and help us to better understand the way our planet works.
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The fantastic undersea life of Jacques Cousteau
Dan Yaccarino.
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1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 32 cm.
Jacques Cousteau was the world’s ambassador of the oceans. His popular TV series brought whales, otters, and dolphins right into people’s living rooms. Now, in this exciting picturebook biography, Dan Yaccarino introduces young readers to the man behind the snorkel. From the first moment he got a glimpse of what lived under the ocean’s waves, Cousteau was hooked. And so he set sail aboard the Calypso to see the sea. He and his team of scientists invented diving equipment and waterproof cameras. They made films and televisions shows and wrote books so they could share what they learned. The oceans were a vast unexplored world, and Cousteau became our guide. And when he saw that pollution was taking its toll on the seas, Cousteau became our guide in how to protect the oceans as well.
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A fistful of pearls and other stories from Iraq
Elizabeth Laird ; illustrated by Shelley Fowles.
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90 p. : ill. ; 21 cm.
Mythical creatures, enchanted encounters, strange serpents, and wise magicians are brought together in a rich compilation of Iraqi folk tales.
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Food fights : winning the nutritional challenges of parenthood armed with insight, humor and a bottle of ketchup
Laura A. Jana, Jennifer Shu.
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xiv, 250 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Restore "peas and harmony" to the dining table with this comprehensive guide to building successful childhood feeding strategies. Focus is placed on the food-fight challenges parents are most likely to face--such as starting babies on solid foods, dealing with picky eaters, and making healthy food choices in child-care settings and restaurants--and a wide range of solutions are offered. More than a simple nutrition guide, this book also addresses the behavior and development issues surrounding the feeding challenges of early childhood. With a family-sized serving of useful advice and a generous helping of humor, this resource offers food for thought and real world advice that parents can use every day.--From publisher description.
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Heroes and she-roes : poems of amazing and everyday heroes
by J. Patrick Lewis ; illustrations by Jim Cooke.
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1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 26 cm.
Twenty-one poems celebrate and chronicle the actions of real-life persons (and one dog) who have performed heroic acts in service of others.
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The human brain : inside your body's control room
by Kathleen Simpson ; Lori Jordan, consultant.
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64 p. : col. ill., col. ports. ; 26 cm.
The Human Brain aligns young readers with top scientists, doctors, and researchers from around the world in the field of neurobiology. The amazing abilities of the human brain are endlessly fascinating to kids. How do we think? How do we remember? How does our brain work with the senses to enable us to experience the world around us? What happens when a person's brain is injured, and what can be done to help fix it? This book puts readers right beside the brain researchers and doctors who are constantly seeking answers to these questions. The book introduces young readers to the inspiring men and women who are making incredible advances in the world of brain science. The informed, educational text and insightful illustrations help them understand all the latest developments in this exciting field of human science.
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The Inca.
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[64] p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
"A discussion of the early Inca, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, and entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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Indians of Eastern North America.
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[64] p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
"A discussion of the Indians of the eastern part of North America, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended readings and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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Indians of the Northwest Coast and Plateau.
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[64] p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
"A discussion of the Indians of the Northwest Coast and Plateau, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended readings and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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Indians of the Plains and Great Basin.
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[64] p. : col. ill. ; 28 cm.
"A discussion of the Indians of the Plains, including who they were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading, and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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