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Author
Series
Publisher
Two-Can
Pub. Date
c2000.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Looks at the plants, animals, people and cities of the unique environments on the islands of the world. Focuses particularly on the damage humans have caused to some islands and what can be done to save them. A Maori story explains the creation of the island of New Zealand and encourages readers to apply their knowledge of islands.
Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Returning the Self to Nature is written for the person who no longer wishes to function in a world that revolves around selfish, disconnected identities and yearns to step into healthy relationships with one's self, one's community, and our planet. Seeing the suffering of the planet and that of humans as inseparably linked-the ecological crisis as psychological crisis, and vice versa-opens the door to a mutuality of healing between people and nature....
Author
Series
Publisher
Two-Can
Pub. Date
c2000.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Takes a close-up look at how plants, animals, and pests survive in harsh urban conditions. Focuses particularly on the damaging effect humans have had on cities and what action can be taken to improve the quality of city life. A Peruvian tale tells how the Incas built their first city and encourages readers to apply their knowledge of city habitats.
Author
Publisher
Tin House
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Mysterious, graceful, and ever-clever, otters have captivated our imaginations despite the fact that few people have encountered one in the wild. In Otter Country, celebrated nature writer Miriam Darlington captures the fascination she's had for these playful animals since childhood and chronicles her immersive journey into their watery world. Over the course of a single year, Darlington takes readers on a winding expedition in pursuit of these elusive...
Author
Publisher
Dawn Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Readers will discover that trees have their own social network, and helping one another thrive is trending. The fascinating mycorrhizal fungi network runs underground through the forest via the roots of trees, allowing for connection and communication. Listen to the Language of the Trees captures the magic of talking trees that take care of their neighbors (not to mention the mysterious fungi that help them do it). A lyrical read aloud, Listen to...
Author
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
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.
Author
Publisher
Laurence King an imprint of the Orion Publishing Group Ltd
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Dive beneath the waves to meet 80 of the ocean's strangest and most surprising inhabitants. This beautifully illustrated aquatic world tour tells the fascinating stories of beguiling sea creatures and their ingenious feats of survival - from producing anti-freeze to enduring boiling temperatures - revealing the ways in which these seemingly remote creatures have shapes our own lives, whether through medicine, culture or folklore."--Publisher.