Scholastic atlas of weather

The Scholastic Atlas of Weather gives kids weather information, activities, trivia, and more. Stunning illustrations bring weather phenomena to life. Every spread in the Scholastic Atlas of Weather contains a huge, dynamic, and colorful illustration, which shows kids exactly what causes weather to run wild. Clear, succinct captions underscore the vital scientific information kids need to ful…

Deserts

What's the difference between a lizard and a salamander? Can you guess why poison dart frogs are so colorful? What's so funny about a clown fish? And what in the world is an anemone? REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS and OCEAN LIFE are the newest titles in the Blue Zoo Guides series. Close-up photos, charming illustrations, and a clever ruler for measuring the animals will make these big books a sure-fir…

The desert is theirs

You may think of the desert as a harsh, dry place where no one would ever want to live -- but think again. The Desert People know. so do the animals. Both love the land, and "share the feeling of being brothers in the desert, of being desert creatures together." Byrd Baylor's spare, poetic text and Peter Parnall's striking illustrations lime the sky, stone and sand of the desert in this haunt…

How do islands form?

There are hundreds of islands on Earth, from the isle of Manhattan to the island chain of the Philippines. Some of these island are close to shore, while others are thousands of miles from other land. However, these islands did not appear overnight. It often took thousands or millions of years for them to form. How Do Islands Form? uncovers the science of island formation, showing the science o…

Landforms : the ever-changing earth

"Describes the forces that shape the Earth's surface, and how and why they occur. As readers use scientific inquiry to learn the different explanations for what causes landscapes to change, an activity based on real world situations challenges them to apply what they've learned in order to solve a puzzle"--Provided by publisher.

Islands

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ISBN/ISSN

9780822586098

Collation

23 pages : illustration ; 17 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

551.4 AND

Islands

Through stunning photographs and simple text, the books in this series introduce landforms and their characteristics. In this book, children learn about the features of islands, where islands are found, and what makes islands unique.

Mountains : geology, natural history, & ecosystems

This top-selling series introduces the wild creatures of the world and examines the natural world. Good general introductions for ages 10+, these volumes contain the knowledge, personal experiences, and research of leading naturalists and scientists, accompanied by stunning photography. Unless otherwise noted (*), all volumes are sturdy paperback.

Valleys

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ISBN/ISSN

9780822585916

Collation

23 pages : illustration ; 18 cm

Series Title

First Step Nonfiction

Call Number

551.41 AND

Exploring peninsulas

Discover Earth's amazing peninsulas in this fun and informative book. Readers will learn about the formation of peninsulas, learn about different kinds, and explore some of the world's most famous peninsulas. Stunning photography captures the natural beauty and life on this landform.