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Author
Publisher
words & pictures, an imprint of the Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Where does our food come from? Is farming different around the world? In this charmingly illustrated book, follow sustainable farming around the world to discover how farmers from Hawaii, to Sweden, the UK, and beyond grow the fresh and tasty food we enjoy eating. Explore the seasonal workings of farms around the world, and how food can be grown using sustainable methods that focus on quality versus quantity to ensure an environmentally healthy future."--Amazon...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The Planets features more than 200 stunning photographs of our solar system from the archives of NASA, each paired with a detailed caption. The content is organized by distance from the Sun--beginning with Mercury and moving outward through Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and the planetary objects beyond.--
Author
Series
Publisher
Kane Press, an Imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"A child narrator tells the story of Milly, a dairy cow; she eats grass, drinks water, and produces milk for us. Back matter includes a matching game, more information about cows, dairy cow breeds, and a kid-friendly recipe"--
Author
Series
Publisher
The Experiment
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"From a foremost author of historic Italy, this is a concise, star-studded retelling of the nation's past, from Caesar and Augustus to da Vinci and Michelangelo, tracing the story of a country with prodigious global influence"--
Author
Publisher
Rise x Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Fourteen pairs of animal mothers and their babies are presented in this loving nonfiction picture book. From polar bears to alligators to orangutans, this unexpected and deeply tender book reflects the fierce love and natural connection between a mother and her baby. Each animal mother shows a uniquely protective characteristic, providing a snapshot of motherhood and childhood in nature that invites personal connection and reflection. The watercolor...
Author
Publisher
Tangerine Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Corals! Sharks! Eels! Tiny little seahorses! All these creatures have two things in common: 1. They live beneath the waves; 2. When exposed to UV light, they GLOW! The sea is full of glowing secrets--explore them in this book!"--
Author
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
"The essential guide to the war in which millions died for our freedom."--
"This comprehensive book charts the course of World War II around the world: in Europe, the Pacific, and Africa. The book includes time lines, maps, and infographics as well as hundreds of compelling photos and illustrations. Firsthand accounts bring history to life and show how individuals experienced this apalling conflict, be they military or civilian, adult or child."--back...
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Description
The Cat Encyclopedia is a cat compendium with all the facts about cats and kittens. It's packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds, from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee, and includes information on caring for your own cat. This book explores the cat's place in cultures and includes famous cats in art and literature.
Author
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the wild, wacky and downright disgusting ways some animals react out of fear. Are you afraid of the dark? Of getting lost? Or of something you saw in a movie? Maybe someone laughed at you for being scared or called you a chicken. That's okay! In fact, it's how humans stay safe in scary situations. While people might run or scream, animals have amazing ways of protecting themselves when they're afraid. Fulmar birds vomit, Texas horned...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Shade Garden contains everything you need to create a flourishing garden full of color, texture, and scent in a shady space. Learn how to grow and care for various shade-loving plants with tips on selecting the right site and varieties. Once you understand different types of shade and have assessed your space, select the best plants for your garden with the help of handy directories that profile different shrubs,...
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Chart the history of Star Wars in this stunning guide, from the time before the High Republic to the end of the First Order. An indispensable companion for all Star Wars fans, this premium quality book displays visual timelines that chronologically map key events, characters, and developments, and mark their significance. Track crucial conflicts across the years that affect the galaxy in profound ways. Follow the Skywalker lightsaber as it passes...
16) Arboretum
Author
Series
Publisher
Big Picture Press, an imprint of Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Trees are some of nature's most majestic and beguiling life forms. Arboretum is a beautifully illustrated celebration of trees from around the world, and sheds light on the vital role they play in every part of human life. From trees associated with ancient mythology, to the rarest and most unusual specimens, wander the arboretum and meet mighty oaks and towering redwoods. Learn just how ancient trees like the ginko and monkey puzzler are, and trace...
Series
Publisher
Cool Springs Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
The most complete book on the market for homeowners, the BLACK+DECKER The Book of Home How-To, Updated 2nd Edition offers current, full color step-by-step photographic instruction for thousands of home repair and home maintenance jobs. --Publisher
Author
Series
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Description
"In Junk drawer geometry, educator Bobby Mercer provides readers with 50 creative geometry project ideas for engaged learning. Each activity includes a materials list and detailed, step-by-step, instructions with illustrations."--
Author
Publisher
University of Nebraska Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"The Grass Shall Grow is a succinct introduction to the work and world of Helen M. Post (1907-79), who took thousands of photographs of Native Americans. Although Post has been largely forgotten and even in her heyday never achieved the fame of her sister, Farm Security Administration photographer Marion Post Wolcott, Helen Post was a talented photographer who worked on Indian reservations throughout the West and captured images that are both striking...