My Presentation Today Is about the Anaconda
"Hello, I'm the earthworm, and today I'm giving my talk about the anaconda." Who needs another book by humans? All they do is make us animals super boring. They only look at things through their own eyes. Every, single, time. Human after human. Kid after kid. Class after class. YAWN! This is a book of oral presentations given by us animals, for us animals, and about us animals. The cleaner fish will talk about his friend the shark and his sharp teeth. The zebra will get to tell you about all the black-and-white animals in the world. The mole knows everything there is to know about the daddy longlegs. The southern cassowa--yes, fox? What is it? Yes, you'll get to talk about geese. Huh? Yes, you'll get to talk about how delicious they are. Anyway, we're giving you twenty presentations from another twenty of us, but there's a lot more crammed in. And you know what, we did talk, and there's at least one human who's OK by us--Annemarie van Haeringen. She drew some portraits of us for this book and we gotta say, the likenesses are pretty good. Check it all out!
Laughing Through the Storm
When a sudden storm leaves Stephanie, Kristen, and their mischievous dog, Dexter, in the dark, their family has to figure out how to pass the time without electricity. With candles flickering and the rain tapping on the windows, they huddle together in the living room, ready to make the best of it.What starts as a quiet evening turns into a heartwarming adventure as Mom and Dad share funny, surprising, and unforgettable stories from their past. Soon, Stephanie and Kristen are giggling at tales of youthful pranks and family mishaps, while Dexter adds his own antics to the night's laughter.Filled with warmth, humor, and the magic of family connection, "Laughing Through the Storm" is a delightful reminder that the brightest moments often come when we least expect them. Perfect for snuggling up on a rainy night, this book is a celebration of togetherness, love, and finding joy in unexpected places.
First Born
1981. A different Britain. When Norman Forrester of the Defence Ministry's Experimental Institute effects a successful fertilisation of a female gorilla with human sperm, an infant is born. Gordon, known as Gor, is his son in two senses. But Gor's parentage must remain a secret. He has no legal existence as an individual because his existence has never been divulged to the government data bank. In more than one way, Gor is a 'non-person'. Operated on so that he is capable of speech, Gor grows through boyhood and adolescence into a strong, intelligent youth. When he discovers his true identity, he is devastated by his outcast destiny. But is there the possibility of a home amongst some of the exiles from a computer-dominated class-oriented society? And if Gor can find them, will they accept him? Maureen Duffy's novel offers both an enthralling, fast-moving narrative and a vivid parable of the individual's struggle to win acceptance from his fellows and to overcome the forces that seek to destroy human individuality in any age.
Super Senses
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Animals use their senses to survive. They use them to find food, stay away from danger, and find their way around. Many animals have the same senses that we have, but some have extra, special senses. From sharp-eyed eagles to bats that "see" with sound, read about the animals with amazing senses.
Builders
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Animals build incredible structures. Some make homes in which they raise their young and keep them safe. Others create traps to catch prey. From beavers, who build their lodges on water, to tiny termites, whose homes have air conditioning, meet the animal kingdom's smartest builders.
Keeping in Touch
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Animals use all kinds of clever ways to keep in touch, attract a mate, or warn off enemies. Many communicate with sound. Others use flashing lights, smells, or chemicals. From whales, who sing for a mate, to a peacock's shimmering tail, meet the animal kingdom's smartest communicators.
Helping Out
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Animals team up to find food, shelter, or to help with cleaning. Some of the relationships can be surprising. From tiny fish that clean bigger fish to ants that farm their own food, meet some smart animals that help each other out to survive.
Lift-The-Flap Animal Adventure
It's time to go on an awesome animal adventure! Follow Gus the Explorer around the world as he takes you to meet some of the most amazing animals on the planet. Lift the flaps to discover tons of interesting facts about what they do, where they live, and more, in a science expedition like no other.
Using Tools
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Many animals use tools to find food, groom themselves, or attract a mate. Some use sticks and stones that they find. Others make their own tools. From orangutans with umbrellas to sea otters with favorite stones, meet some amazing animal tool users.
Jaws of the New York Beaches
In this middle-grade adaptation of Shark Attacks of New York, author Patricia Heyer dives into the history and lore of shark attacks along New York's coast. Every summer, thousands of people flock to Coney Island, the Rockaway, and all along Long Island's southern coast for some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast. But some come face to face with much more.
Hiding Away
The animal kingdom is full of clever animals. Animals use their intelligence to survive. Some have super senses. Others build amazing structures. Read this series to meet some of the smartest animals in the world. Many animals have colors and patterns that blend into their surroundings. Others can change color or shape. Animals do this to hide from predators or to catch prey. From colorful chameleons to striped zebras, meet some smart animals that have perfected the art of disguise.
Weirdest Animals on the Planet
Meet the most unusual, most fantastical, creepiest, and--yes--grossest creatures that call Earth home in this lively, fact-filled guide to the world's oddest animals. Did you know that the axolotl can regrow nearly any body part? Or that the hagfish can fill a bucket with slime in less than a minute? Get ready to say "WHOA!" in this wacky book about the most bizarre animals in the world! Readers will encounter hundreds of far-out facts about animals with bizarre behaviors, strange superpowers, and mind-blowing mannerisms. They'll learn where these animals live, how their strange skill sets help them survive, and what makes them so wonderfully weird. There are animals of all shapes and sizes to ogle here--from the spindly-fingered aye-aye to a sea slug shaped like a fuzzy bunny to a shrimp that launches bubbles from its claws. With jaw-dropping photos and upbeat, straightforward text, this fast-paced book will delight animal-obsessed readers.
I Love You Elephant-astically
Introducing the most delightful Animal Friends Illustration Book for toddlers and preschoolers! This charming book is filled with heartwarming stories and adorable illustrations, celebrating how every creature, big or small, has its own special way to say 'I love you.' Perfect for little ones aged 1 to 4, this book makes storytime both fun and meaningful.Why choose this enchanting book?Engaging Stories: Foster emotional connections through tales of friendship and love.Beautiful Illustrations: Vibrant, full-page artwork brings every animal's story to life.Perfect for Early Readers: Simple language and relatable themes make it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers.Give your child the gift of love, imagination, and connection. Get your copy today and embark on a heartwarming journey together!
A World Without Summer
The true story of how a massive catastrophic eruption plunged the world into darkness, altering the global climate and inspiring the likes of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein--from the award-winning author of The Mona Lisa Vanishes and featuring black-and-white illustrations throughout."A tour-de-force for our times . . . At once a heart-stopping tale of climate change and a profoundly hopeful call to action."--Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal winner for The One and Only Ivan A ROBERT F. SIBERT HONOR BOOK - A YALSA EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTION FINALIST - A SCBWI GOLDEN KITE AWARD FINALIST - ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, NPR, Horn Book, The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, The Boston Globe The world was upside-down. The wind was fire. The sky was ash. The rain was rock. A couple of hundred years ago, on a quiet Indonesian island, a volcano called Tambora erupted with a force and violence that changed history. It tore apart the island, and in the months and years that followed, its fallout tore apart the world. The sun refused to shine; the rain refused to stop. Everything that everyone assumed would always be there--a world that made sense, a climate that made sense--was suddenly gone. From this riot of thunder and lightning, a young woman named Mary Shelley conceived of a scientist and his cursed creature. From the nightmare of Tambora, she wrote a nightmare of a book: Frankenstein--a terrifying reminder of how much damage we humans might do, without even realizing it. This is the story of a volcano that changed the world and a creature that changed us. Once upon a time, everything was different. And no one knew if it would ever be the same. In this masterful work, Nicholas Day, author of the Sibert Award-winning The Mona Lisa Vanishes, brings us a story taken from the archives but seemingly scripted for us today: a tale of climate change and human folly and hope--and what happens when the world suddenly goes wrong.
The Chemistry Between Art and Science
An inspiring look at how observation, patience, and creativity fuel our discoveries in art and science. Art and science are often treated as two completely different fields, but if we look closer we might discover that artists and scientists have a lot in common. Like curiosity and imagination! And when they work together, art and science can explain the mysteries of the universe. Like how paleontologists study fossils and paleo artists bring those findings to life with brilliant color. Beautifully illustrated by debut author-illustrator Jen White, The Undeniable Chemistry between Art and Science follows two children on a journey in which they discover how interconnected these two subjects are, and how they both lift the other up in inspiring ways. With nods to groundbreaking artist-scientists like George Washington Carver and Maria Sibylla Merian as well as the role of art and science in climate change solutions, space travel, and more, this picture book is perfect for kids who just want to ask questions and create, create, and create! Back matter includes more about careers in STEAM, DIY activities, a glossary, a bibliography, and more. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Snakes of North America Kids Book
Snakes of North America book for kids. This children's book about snakes includes images and information on the different types of snakes in North America. This book is great for kids of all ages. It has full page images and cool fun facts about each one of the snakes that live in North America. Great book for the whole family. Both parents and children will enjoy this book. Whether you read this book to your younger kids, or they read it themselves, everyone will enjoy seeing and learning about the snakes of north America. The book has full page-colored pictures that are eye catching and great to look at. Along the way your kids will meet some of the most popular snakes in North America and learn some cool fun facts about them. The book teaches your kids some fun facts about the different types of snakes that live in the wild of North America. Some of the snakes included are, Rattlesnakes, Kingsnakes, Coral snakes, Garter snakes, Ribbon snakes, Sidewinder snakes, Copperhead snakes, Cottonmouth snakes, and many more. Take your kids on an adventure to meet the snakes of North America. Snakes of North America Kids Book. Thanks Billy Grinslott & Kinsey Marie Books.
Lets Count Legs
Let's Count Legs is a whimsical and memorable way for young students to memorize the Multiplication Facts from 2 through 9. Using alliteration and repetition in a sequential manner children can easily learn all the single digit multiplication facts. The unique illustrations by Jenn Sargent using cut-out shapes for each character adds to the delightful way both real and fictional objects are depicted.
A Kid's Guide to Backyard Trees
Packed with captivating facts about the most common trees in the United States, this brightly illustrated guide is perfect for young nature lovers. "The compact size makes this book useful for taking on tree-identifying expeditions....this is a good starting place for learning about and identifying trees....the simple and straightforward way the information is presented sets this apart."--School Library Journal "It will leave youngsters primed to look more carefully at trees, and readers of all ages will find plenty of sound information. An attractive handbook for beginning nature enthusiasts."-- Kirkus "This accessible field guide concentrates on visual elements like leaves, offering easy ways of identifying and differentiating types of trees....Intended for personal use, this still offers plenty of basic information while sparking curiosity."-- Booklist Learn all about the towering trees around you in A Kid's Guide to Backyard Trees --a handy, easy-to-carry guidebook for explorers that shows you how to identify 40 trees that can be found in the United States --using their bark, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. Discover the wild world of trees as you learn about their life cycles, unique features of different types of trees, and why protecting them is important for the planet. Check the glossary for tree-related terms you might not know, keep track of the trees you've seen in a handy log, and try out a fun DIY project that lets you practice identifying leaves at home. With A Kid's Guide to Backyard Trees, children can become expert nature explorers, no matter their age! Also available: A Kid's Guide to Backyard BugsA Kid's Guide to Backyard Birds
Energy
A fabulously illustrated non-fiction book aimed at children ages 7 plus, exploring what energy is and where it comes from. Our planet was created four billion years ago from dust particles and gases floating around the sun, the sun that, to this day, still remains our main source of energy. But there are other sources of energy, including heat, sound, motion, food, and more. With striking and graphic artwork, and a fascinating text packed full of information, this book will make a great addition to any child's bookshelf.
You Are a Wildlife Warrior!: Saving Animals & the Planet
World-renowned conservationist Bindi Irwin has a message for animal-loving kids: You can help protect the planet and all who call it home! Featuring exclusive Irwin family photos and animal fun facts. Calling all Wildlife Warriors! Step inside the Australia Zoo and see what nature has to offer. There are lemurs and rhinos, kangaroos, and--of course--crocodiles. On your tour, learn about these amazing animals and their habitats. Observe how they live and grow and all the ways we can protect them. Get inspired to take part in nurturing your own environment and all that inhabit it. Most important, discover the Wildlife Warrior within! From the daughter of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, comes an illustrated picture book encouraging readers to walk on the wild side and uncover their inner conservationists.
You Are a Wildlife Warrior!: Saving Animals & the Planet
World-renowned conservationist Bindi Irwin has a message for animal-loving kids: You can help protect the planet and all who call it home! Featuring exclusive Irwin family photos and animal fun facts. Calling all Wildlife Warriors! Step inside the Australia Zoo and see what nature has to offer. There are lemurs and rhinos, kangaroos, and--of course--crocodiles. On your tour, learn about these amazing animals and their habitats. Observe how they live and grow and all the ways we can protect them. Get inspired to take part in nurturing your own environment and all that inhabit it. Most important, discover the Wildlife Warrior within! From the daughter of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, comes an illustrated picture book encouraging readers to walk on the wild side and uncover their inner conservationists.
The Girl Who Tested the Waters: Ellen Swallow, Environmental Scientist
Discover the eye-opening story of the first woman student at MIT--a pioneering environmental chemist sure to inspire the next generation of female trailblazers in science. Ellen Swallow found a friend in nature and a lifelong love of science as a child exploring the woods around her family's home. She was a voracious learner with an interest in chemistry, and continuing her education at the newly established Massachusetts Institute of Technology seemed a good fit. But in 1871, many believed that women belonged in the home, not in schools dedicated to the study of science. Ellen thought, why not both? She believed science could help solve the problems of everyday life, including the pollution she observed in Boston, so when offered the chance to study the city's water systems, she seized it. What she found would change the way we think about clean water. In her lifetime, Ellen pioneered science education for women, advocated for a healthier environment, and helped develop the field of ecology. The Girl Who Tested the Waters, with engaging text and soft, inviting illustrations, portrays a woman ahead of her time and her tireless efforts to bring about change for good. Curious readers can find more in the back matter, including a time line, an author's note, source notes, and a bibliography.
Triptofanito: Un Viaje Por El Cuerpo Humano / Triptofanito: A Journey Through the Human Body
Finding Home, a Hawaiian Petrel's Journey
2025 Nautilus Book Awards Silver Winner in Children's Illustrated Nonfiction Eleven-year-old Makani Kealoha Morton adores 'ua'u, Hawaiian petrels. She grew up marveling at the seabird's magical evening sky-dance and murmurs from their underground burrows. Living over the ocean, gliding thousands of miles on the wind to wherever food was abundant, they returned yearly to their burrows in the Hawaiian Islands. Over thousands of years, their guano helped to make Hawaiʻi fertile and habitable for humans. Yet humans brought predators and environmental changes that caused numbers to plummet to near extinction. Makani's biologist mom and her team devise a plan to save the seabirds. Ten chicks are raised within a protected place. The chicks leave for the sea one by one--but Makani's favorite is very late to fledge. Makani worries: Will this young petrel survive at sea? Will she return to the refuge to raise her own young? Will the plan to save the 'ua'u work? By the story's end, Makani finds her own way to make a difference for the seabirds she loves so dearly. Based on the true story of and the people working to save them, Finding Home, a Hawaiian Petrel's Journey is filled with Caren Loebel-Fried's colorful block prints, dynamic drawings, and maps. Following the story, a back section provides scientific facts on the habitat and lifestyle of 'ua'u and their connection to Hawaiian culture and history. The book's middle-grade content includes place-based learning that incorporates natural science, wildlife conservation biology, literature, and art. Appealing to all ages, this hopeful, empowering story brings awareness to the threats humans have brought upon seabirds, and inspires us to find ways we can help them survive and thrive.
Sound
Without sound there would be no chatting, laughing, bird song, or listening to music. But what exactly is sound and how do our ears and brain ensure that we get to enjoy it? In this fascinating title, the subject of sound is carefully explained in an accessible way with lots of diagrams and activities that help readers understand the science behind this topic. What are sound waves? What makes sounds louder and quieter? What are decibels? Why are some sounds high pitched and others low pitched? And how do sounds travel differently through the air, through water, and through solids? Discover how the different external and internal parts of our ears capture sound waves and working in partnership with our brains turn them into sounds. Learn how animals such as cats, bats, and dolphins use sounds that humans cannot hear to hunt. Understand how some people have hearing loss and how equipment can be used to help them hear. And meet two incredible professional musicians who make music even though they are both profoundly deaf.
Vulture View
ALA Notable Book Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Discover the fascinating lives of often-misunderstood vultures in this award-winning nonfiction picture book from celebrated author April Pulley Sayre and Caldecott Honor illustrator Steve Jenkins--now featuring updated end matter with more illuminating info about these amazing creatures. Turkey vultures are best known for being nature's clean-up crew, but did you know they're among the most graceful soaring birds on earth? Come spend a day in the life of a vulture and learn how they fly on thermals of warmed air, preen their feathers to stay squeaky clean, keep up their scavenger diet--and so much more. This updated edition features a new author's note about the inspiration for the book, remastered color, and updated end matter with the latest scientific information about these marvelous and majestic creatures.
Animal Lives and Life Cycles
This book includes all the key information needed to classify animals, study the subject of life cycles, and understand food webs. It is also packed with fascinating topics that help expand readers' knowledge about the animal kingdom. What are invertebrates and vertebrates? Understand how animals are classified into groups including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and others, and learn what characteristics are used to classify them. Discover how animals are either carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores, and learn how an animal's body is adapted for hunting or foraging and for eating a particular diet. Learn all about producers, consumers, and food webs. Enjoy an in-depth look at the fascinating life cycles of blue whales, toads, stag beetles, and swallows. Meet the scientist Jane Goodall and learn how she changed the future of studying apes, discover how birds evolved from dinosaurs, and explore the evolution of dogs from wild wolves to the pet dogs who share our homes. The book includes stunning photos, activities, critical thinking questions, and is supported by downloadable worksheets and other resources.
Will You Help Us?
In this illustrated animals book for kids the animals will tell the little ones fun facts about themselves, while at the same time making them aware of their delicate situation and the ways in which they can help them, the animals and the planet Earth.A modern book with wonderful illustrations for all animal lovers.A fun way to make children see that animals are special and that they are our fellow travelers on this beautiful planet. They will learn multiple things about them while becoming aware of how to take care of the place where they live.If kids are aware that the future of the environment is in their hands, the Earth and its inhabitants will be safe. Through the beautiful illustrations and the curious facts it provides, the whole family will have a good time, while learning ways to safeguard the planet.Includes eco-friendly tips for the whole family.The ideal gift for children who love nature and animals.
The Human Body
How many skin cells do we lose every minute? What do the trillions of bacteria that live in our bodies do? How does our brain control every action we take? And how does DNA make us who we are? This fact-packed look at the human body is an entertaining nonfiction read that's filled with superb photos and 3D illustrations. The muscle and skeletal system, the digestive system, the nervous system, and circulatory system are all comprehensively explained. The book includes sections on the mouth and caring for our teeth, eating a healthy diet, exercising, and the importance of sleep for our bodies. The effects and dangers of smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking illegal drugs are sensitively handled in an appropriate way for the target audience. And there is a fascinating section that explores the different stages of the human life cycle. This book will quickly become an essential resource for students and their teachers when studying the human body.
Where Is Baby’s Belly Button?
This 25th anniversary novelty edition of the multi-million-copy bestselling board book features a freshly redesigned cover and die-cut flaps! Where are baby's hands? Under the bubbles! Where are baby's eyes? Under her hat! Little ones play peekaboo with a cast of adorable babies while learning the names for body parts in this delightful interactive book. This chunky board book with easy-to-lift board flaps that lay flush to the page are perfect for parents and children to share.
A Little Egg, a Tiny Crack
All alone, an egg lies on the beach. Luckily, a lapwing spots it. It quickly becomes clear to him that he must find the unknown parents! Birds from all over the world hurry to help, to solve this mystery together. Because one thing is certain for everyone: The egg must return to its nest!This colorful picture book beautifully combines a love for language and illustration with the diversity of the animal world. The subtle, humorous text and vibrant illustrations promise a fantastic reading experience.
Elephants
Learn about one of nature's unsung superheroes, their amazing contributions to our ecosystems, and how saving elephants means saving a lot more than you might think. Despite their beloved status, elephants remain a threatened species, and their impact on the world around them goes far beyond their thunderous steps. This title from our Nature's (Secret) Superheroes series delves into the powerful effect elephants have on their environment. From planting trees, to bringing water to all, learn how these underappreciated gentle giants work as environmental superheroes to keep their ecosystems going strong. Did you know elephants: Recognize each other's faces and put their trunks around their friends to comfort them Have the biggest ears of any animal on the planet and use them like fans when it's hot Can create watering holes in dry environments to be shared by many animals Spread the seeds of more than 100 kinds of plants...with their poop! The Nature's (Secret) Superheroes series--covering bats, native bees, beavers, elephants, freshwater mussels, and vultures--follows a fun superhero theme, featuring each animal's origin story, how it saves the day, and its nemeses. Each book also includes activities that allow readers to gain hands-on knowledge about these animals.
Investigating Insects
This book introduces readers to the amazing world of insects, including their vast diversity and many unique characteristics. Young readers will enjoy fun facts about common insects such as butterflies, ants, and grasshoppers. They will be enchanted by vibrant illustrations and photographs of many different insect species. Other features include a table of contents, an activity or craft, a phonetic glossary, infographics, sources for further research, information about the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.
Important Echinoderms
This book lets readers dive into the amazing world of echinoderms. Young readers will enjoy fun facts about common echinoderms such as starfish, sea urchins, and sea cucumbers, and get up-close-and-personal with their unique abilities, regenerative powers, and ocean habitats. Vibrant illustrations and photographs of many different echinoderms help bring the text to life. Other features include a table of contents, an activity or craft, a phonetic glossary, infographics, sources for further research, information about the author, and critical-thinking questions to help readers connect with the text.
