Ben Hoare
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Nature is bursting with objects that are beautiful, useful, and intriguing. But where do they come from-- and what are they for? Hoare helps readers discover natural objects that have amazing tales to tell. From a delicate bird's feather to a glittering rock from space, readers will marvel at minerals forged through time, ingenious structures made by nature, and remarkable features that help animals and plants to survive and thrive. -- adapted from...
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From the fragile sprout breaking through the soil to the majestic tree towering over a forest, the world of plants has fascinated, nourished, and sustained us since time immemorial. Yet, how deeply do we truly understand these silent companions of ours? "The Complete Encyclopedia of Plants" doesn't just scratch the surface-it delves deep, unraveling the many mysteries and marvels of plant life. Join us as we weave science, wonder, and storytelling...
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An illustrated introduction to climate and environmental activism, citing statistics that show the planet's climate is changing, that human activity is increasing the world's pollution, and that animal populations are dramatically decreasing due to human's taking their habitats. Offers young students suggestions on what they can do to make changes to their lifestyles to help turn these problems around.
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Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals.
11) Birds
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Describes and explores the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of different kinds of birds, such as freshwater birds, seashore birds, woodland birds, desert and grassland birds, tropical birds, and others.