Making a Splash
From where we live to what we eat, water plays a vital role in our survival. Since ancient times, water's life-giving power has inspired people's spiritual beliefs. It has influenced how humans migrated around the world. Recently, human ingenuity has taken water from a drinking source to an energy source, though not without consequences. As our population grows, cities expand and climate changes, what is the future of water? Innovations are making water equitable and accessible for all. Water warriors, determined to repair, protect and conserve water, are also shifting the mindset from humans needing water to water needing us. Making a Splash: How Humans Consume, Conserve and Care for Water looks at what has been done in the past and what can be done in the future to ensure the health and prosperity of our blue planet.
Keep Our World Green
★ "Visually dynamic layouts use detailed cartoon illustrations while also weaving in high quality photos and maps that will keep readers engaged. Thorough and timely...will make excellent additions to any library collection." -- Booklist, starred review Green space is good for us all. Parks and gardens bring life to communities big and small all over the world and provide a habitat for native plants and animals. Ensuring access to these outdoor spaces can inspire art, music and literature and create ways for communities to grow their own food. But today, green space everywhere is at risk. Keep Our World Green looks at how green space has evolved throughout history, from the first public garden to the origins of bonsai trees. It examines the political, social and environmental challenges of maintaining green spaces because of pollution, inequality and the effects of the climate crisis. It also introduces the people working to protect these places for the future--you can be a green space activist too! Come on, let's take a walk in the park together! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Microbes to the Rescue
Microbes are tiny but mighty, and they're everywhere! When left alone, microbes such as bacteria, fungi and algae are experts at adapting, surviving and thriving under extreme and constantly changing conditions. These natural problem solvers can help fight the climate crisis by gobbling up pollutants, breaking down plastic, generating clean energy and capturing carbon. By harnessing the power of microbes, we can create eco-friendly packaging, farm-free food, and even make it easier to live in space! Microbes to the Rescue will introduce young readers to life on a microscopic level and explore how bacteria, fungi and algae play a key role in the connection between all life on Earth. Let's get microscopic and learn about how microbes can create a cleaner and more sustainable future. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Curious Features of Extraordinary Creatures: Nature's Cleanup Crew
Nature' Clean-Up Crew, the second installment in the Curious Features of Extraordinary Creatures series, shines a spotlight on species within the five kingdoms that keep nature thriving and Earth's ecosystems in balance. Readers discover vital species and their habits, including large scavengers such as vultures, small detrivores including sea cucumbers and woodlice, and composters, who restore organic waste back to nutrients held in the earth. The book also answers questions like: What happens when large species die? How can humans be better composters? How do different species work in tandem to recycle waste? Bite-sized text breaks down key information about each creature's appearance, behavior and habitat, while colorful and dynamic illustrations bring the animal or plant to life in front of you. Plus, bold graphic-novel style panels tell the story of an essential aspect of each scavenger's key process, such as the hermit crab recycling rubbish to wear as a protective suit of armor and the Tasmanian devil who will eat its body weight in one quick sitting! Feature spreads delve deeper into the scavenging world, showcasing how these animals keep our planet healthy.
Mighty
This stunning, profound book explores the life cycle of a tree--not just through a season but across decades--as well as the other living things that depend upon it. How can something stay itself and yet change and grow? The oak tree shows us how. Sometimes things happen by chance. A blue jay drops an acorn, a lucky acorn that happens to fall in just the right place and begins to grow. Though it begins life as a tiny part of the forest floor, the acorn soon grows large enough to provide shelter for a fox, host for insects that in turn provide food for songbirds, and a home for many small creatures. Animals hibernate in its branches and among its roots, and humans rest in the cool shade it provides. As generations of living things pass by the tree, the forest develops, and a town begins to grow. And the lucky tree is always there, though its form and size change. In this picture book about the life cycle of a tree and the plants and animals that depend upon it, Henry Cole reminds us, in elegant prose and stunning black & white illustrations, of the importance of interconnectedness and the passage of time. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Solar System Book for Kids 3-5 Space Science Activity Workbook
Let's Explore Moths
Did you know some moths fly in the day and are just as colourful as butterflies? Packed with surprising facts, some silliness, and beautiful watercolour illustrations, Let's Explore Moths: An urban wildlife explorers book takes curious kids aged 4-8 on a hilarious and educational journey into the world of these undervalued creatures. With science-backed information that relates directly to KS1 and KS2 curriculums, this engaging book is perfect for classrooms, bedtime reading, or curious little bug-lovers at home. From camouflage experts to moonlight (and daytime!) dancers, moths have never been this exciting!
The Colors of Nature
Boldly illustrated and filled with fun nature facts, this nonfiction picture book invites readers to explore the dazzling colors of our world. Uncover the wonders of nature with this spectacular exploration of the colors of our world by expert conservation author Catherine Barr and incredible illustrator Chaaya Prabhat. Did you know that some lizards have poisonous lime green blood and bones? Or that octopuses flush red when angry? Or that tigers actually look green to deer? With a different color from the rainbow revealed on every page, this gorgeous book is a feast for the eyes! Whether they love brilliant blue, fiery orange, or earthy brown, young readers will delight in this vivid celebration of color.
Analyzing the Many Pareidolic Faces (Not Phases) of the Moon
Lion Roars!
A precocious lion cub takes a risk and discovers its tremendous talent - a big lion roar! Little learners follow the delightful story of an apprehensive lion cub wondering about its limits in this great big world. As the cub tests its strength, tries something new, and even tumbles, it realizes that it is strong, capable, and powerful.Filled with photographic art, simple text, and charming facts, this title is the perfect choice for little lion lovers learning to find their own voice! About the Be Bold! Series: Like preschoolers, young animals must learn to be bold and to try new things! In doing so, we can all discover some of our most incredible abilities and attributes! So join these creatures as they learn to hop, swim, roar, and more -inspiring little readers everywhere to BE BOLD!
Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries
All things in the universe are governed by the laws of science, but what happens when nature acts in unexpected ways? Why does the bizarre behavior of tiny particles in the quantum world bamboozle us? How can objects on opposite sides of the universe be connected?In Quarks, Sparks and Quantum Mysteries, award-winning astrophysicist Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith takes young readers on a journey to meet the invisible forces that guide everything from the smallest atom to the shape of the cosmos, exploring theories of space and time, black holes, gravitational waves, and much more.
The Big Duck
This big quacker has been a part of my life for a very long time. I visited The Big Duck in every location but the original storefront in Riverhead. There is something about her that says "Welcome" and inspires many different puns, movie references and jokes. I just love her. On my last visit, my daughter and I discovered that there was not one book to be had in the gift shop.That sent this librarian on a quest. I discovered several books that mentioned her, and one that was actually about her. Sadly it was not for sale in the gift shop. This one was inspired by the Big Duck and the many students I taught over the years. I have virtually traveled all over the Eastern Seaboard and to Arizona in search of information about her, her designers. This first edition features illustrations by Robin O'Neill-Gonzalez's 2023/24 Freshman Class of Northport High School, which is in Suffolk County, (the home of the Big Duck) on Long Island, NY. The photographs were taken by the parent of a former student who also made Long Island her "beat" as a New York State Trooper. Jennifer Natalie Frey supported every project I ever started with her incredible gifts, the gift of her daughter and the gift of her photography.Look for future editions to include student artists from Nassau County, the state of New York, and well, who knows? Linda Trott Dickman
The Magnificent Book of Sharks
Beautifully illustrated, The Magnificent Book of Sharks will take readers far out into the ocean, into clear coastal waters, and along warm tropical reefs to meet the extraordinary sharks that live there. From the tiny pygmy shark to the massive whale shark, The Magnificent Book of Sharks captures some of the ocean's most extraordinary creatures through stunning illustrations. Meet the spotted leopard shark, the voracious tiger shark, and the super-fast shortfin mako that speeds through the ocean like a bullet. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so readers can find out why the lantern shark glows in the dark, how the epaulette shark "walks" on land, and which senses sharks use to find their prey. Discover all these facts and more in this wonderful keepsake that children will revisit time and again.
Lily and the Mystery of the Bees
Lily and the Mystery of the Bees is a charming tale from the beloved Eco-Heroes Adventures series. Join Lily, a curious little ladybug, as she embarks on a journey to uncover the vital role that bees play in our ecosystem. Through vibrant storytelling and delightful illustrations, children will learn how pollination works, why bees are essential for food and flowers, and what we can all do to help protect them.This engaging story not only educates kids about the importance of biodiversity and environmental balance, but also empowers them to become eco-heroes in their own gardens and communities.A perfect resource to introduce children to bees, pollination, and sustainability in a fun and memorable way. Why Kids & Parents Love It: Educational & Fun - Turns complex science into a child-friendly adventure. Vibrant Illustrations - Captivates young minds and encourages curiosity about nature. Inspires Action - Offers simple, practical tips to help protect pollinators.Ideal For: Children aged 4-9Parents, teachers, and homeschoolers exploring environmental topicsFans of The Eco-Heroes Adventures series looking for the next inspiring read
Aldo Leopold's Shack
Recounts Aldo Leopold's family restoring a farm, blending conservation, memories, and legacy.In Aldo Leopold's Shack: Nina's Story, Nancy Nye Hunt tells the remarkable tale of the famous Leopold family's efforts to restore a worn-out farm along the lower Wisconsin River near Baraboo in the 1930s during the Great Depression and into the 1940s. Aldo Leopold, the world-renowned ecologist and conservationist--along with Estella, his wife, and their five children and two dogs, Gus and Flick--spent most weekends and vacations living and working at their Sand County farm that they called the Shack, now a National Historic Landmark that is also listed on both the National and Wisconsin Registers of Historic Places.Told through the eyes of Nina, the eldest daughter, details of life at the Shack unfold seasonally. Along the way, readers learn about the family's many experiences and adventures: healing the land and converting an old chicken coop into a cabin (the "Shack"); restoring prairies and improving woodlands; planting gardens, collecting firewood, and tending orchards; observing animal tracks, bird migrations, and times when plants bloom; cooking meals over an open fire; singing the family's old Spanish songs from New Mexico, where Estella was born and raised and had deep Spanish roots, and having great fun walking, swimming, canoeing, cross-country skiing, and playing tracking games.While at the Shack, Aldo and his family also recorded scientific observations in their "Shack journals." These journals became the basis of Aldo's 1949 landmark book, A Sand County Almanac and Sketches Here and There. That book continues to inspire people today with its call for a land ethic in everyday life. Visiting the Shack, as thousands of people from all over the world do every year, is the equivalent of seeking out Henry David Thoreau's Walden Pond as a pilgrimage site and source of inspiration.Using interviews with Nina and the Leopold family and relying on the original Shack journals, historic family photographs, and her extensive field experiences over dozens of years, Hunt has captured the spirit of this special place as no other book previously has. Here, readers discover Nina's story of growing up at the Shack and learn about the family's favorite recipes and songs as well as genealogical information all that go back centuries. And the blending of Nina's story with 161 historic and contemporary photographs of life at the Shack, maps, and original pencil drawings of wildlife all provide for a transformative reading experience.First published in 2011 and now presented in an updated and greatly expanded new edition, including 38 new illustrations, 32 additional pages, and a new field trip to the Shack, readers will be able to appreciate and better understand Aldo's famous concepts--the land ethic and phenology--that continue to influence our lives today. This book is a unique tribute and introduction to one of the world's greatest conservationists and his family and how one place--the Shack--can help shape the world.
The Big Duck
This big quacker has been a part of my life for a very long time. I visited The Big Duck in every location but the original storefront in Riverhead. There is something about her that says "Welcome" and inspires many different puns, movie references and jokes. I just love her. On my last visit, my daughter and I discovered that there was not one book to be had in the gift shop.That sent this librarian on a quest. I discovered several books that mentioned her, and one that was actually about her. Sadly it was not for sale in the gift shop. This one was inspired by the Big Duck and the many students I taught over the years. I have virtually traveled all over the Eastern Seaboard and to Arizona in search of information about her, her designers. This first edition features illustrations by Robin O'Neill-Gonzalez's 2023/24 Freshman Class of Northport High School, which is in Suffolk County, (the home of the Big Duck) on Long Island, NY. The photographs were taken by the parent of a former student who also made Long Island her "beat" as a New York State Trooper. Jennifer Natalie Frey supported every project I ever started with her incredible gifts, the gift of her daughter and the gift of her photography.Look for future editions to include student artists from Nassau County, the state of New York, and well, who knows? Linda Trott Dickman
Stem Starters for Kids Zoology Activity Book
Fun and Engaging STEM Facts and Activities about Animals! Zoology is the study of animals! That includes what animals look like, how they behave, and where they live. Future zoologists and animal lovers will love the mix of infographics and activities as they discover the difference between vertebrates and invertebrates, the distance some animals can travel, the camouflage animals rely on to survive, and more. Start a lifelong passion for zoology! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are subjects crucial to children's education. In these illustrated pages, your child will be immersed in the world of STEM through zoology and the science of animals! Filled with activities such as mazes, spot the difference, drawing, puzzles, pattern identifying, quizzes, and more, this book will introduce your child to the fascinating science of zoology. While boys and girls think they're just playing games and looking at fun infographics, actually they'll be learning all about their favorite animals! With this new book in the STEM Starters for Kids series of educational workbooks, your child will not only be entertained for hours, but also be familiarized with animals and the STEM subjects that important to his or her education and maybe even in a future career. The books in this series aim to pique the interest of children in these areas of study, stress the importance of these subjects, and help encourage children who are interested to continue within these fields as they grow and learn. Introduce your child to STEM subjects today through STEM Starters for Kids: Zoology Activity Book!
