Bill Nye
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Pub. Date
2014.
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Revealing the mechanics of evolutionary theory, the scientist, engineer, and inventor presents a compelling argument for the scientific unviability of creationism and insists that creationism's place in the science classroom is harmful to the future of the greater world.
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Jack and the geniuses volume 3
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When Jack and his genius foster siblings, Ava and Matt, discover inventor Hank Witherspoon is missing, they travel deep into the Amazon jungle, overcoming strange creatures, a raging river, and some very clever foes to find their friend and protect his big idea.
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Pub. Date
2015.
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In UNSTOPPABLE, Bill Nye crystallizes and expands the message for which he is best known and beloved. That message is that with a combination of optimism and scientific curiosity, all obstacles become opportunities, and the possibilities of our world become limitless. With a scientist's thirst for knowledge and an engineer's vision of what can be, Bill Nye sees today's environmental issues not as insurmountable, depressing problems but as chances...
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Publisher
Rodale Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
ix, 374 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
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Everyone has an inner nerd just waiting to be awakened by the right passion. Bill Nye will help you find yours. Here Bill shows you how to develop critical thinking skills and create change, using his "everything all at once" approach that leaves no stone unturned. Whether addressing climate change, the future of our society as a whole, personal success, or stripping away the mystery of fire walking, there are certain strategies that get results:...
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Jack and the geniuses volume 1
Publisher
Amulet Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
247 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
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Meet Jack and his foster siblings, Ava and Matt, who are orphans. But they're not your typical kind of orphans -- they're geniuses. Well, Ava and Matt are, which sometimes makes life difficult for twelve-year-old Jack. Ava speaks multiple languages and builds robots for fun, and Matt is into astronomy and a whiz at math. As for Jack, it's hard to stand out when he's surrounded by geniuses all the time. When the kids try to spy on Dr. Hank Witherspoon,...
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Bill Nye's “Sparks” is a collection of humorous essays and sketches written by American humorist Bill Nye, originally published in 1883. The book includes a wide range of topics such as science, politics, religion, education, and human behavior, all approached with Nye's signature wit and satire. In this collection, Nye pokes fun at politicians, social norms, and everyday life in general, providing a lighthearted and entertaining commentary on...
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Bill Nye's “Cordwood” is a humorous essay collection written by Bill Nye, an American journalist and humorist, originally published in 1887. The book includes a series of comical essays on various topics, such as the struggles of life in rural America, the absurdities of the legal system, and the follies of political leaders. Throughout the book, Nye uses his sharp wit and clever wordplay to poke fun at the quirks and idiosyncrasies of American...
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“Bill Nye and Boomerang” is a collection of humorous essays and articles by American writer and humorist Bill Nye. The book includes a variety of topics, from the absurdities of daily life to social commentary on politics and culture. Nye uses his wit and sarcasm to poke fun at everything from public transportation to marriage and technology. The title essay, "Bill Nye and Boomerang," tells the humorous story of a man who receives a boomerang...
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A Guest At The Ludlow, And Other Stories is a collection of short stories by Bill Nye, an American humorist, and journalist. The book features a variety of comedic stories, including "A Guest At The Ludlow," which tells the story of a man's experience at a run-down hotel, and "The Tramp And The Baby," which follows a tramp's encounter with a baby left in his care. Other stories in the collection include "The Suburbanite's Lament," "A Man's Tired Wife,"...
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“Baled Hay” is a collection of humorous essays and observations by American humorist Bill Nye. In this book, Nye covers a variety of topics, including farming, politics, and social norms, all with his signature wit and sarcasm. Some of the essays are fictional stories, such as the titular "Baled Hay," in which Nye tells the tale of a farmer who inadvertently bales his son's beloved dog. Other essays, such as "My First Cigar," recount Nye's personal...
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“Bill Nye's Red Book” is a collection of humorous essays and articles by American writer and comedian Bill Nye, originally published in 1906. The book contains a variety of satirical pieces on a wide range of topics, including politics, science, and everyday life. In typical Nye fashion, the essays are often irreverent and absurd, poking fun at everything from the art of taxidermy to the futility of war. Some of the standout pieces in the collection...
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Bill Nye's “Chestnuts Old And New” is a collection of humorous essays and stories by American humorist and writer Bill Nye. The book includes a variety of topics, ranging from political satire and social commentary to absurd and comical stories. Some of the titles of the essays and stories in the book include "The Bible in Bohemia," "The Decline And Fall Of The Mastodon," "The Dry Towns Of Kansas," "The Garden Bug," "Hymns And Hyenas," and "The...
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“Comic History of England” is a humorous historical account of England from ancient times to the Victorian era, with a particular emphasis on the monarchy and major events such as the Norman Conquest and the English Civil War. The book uses caricatures, anecdotes, and satire to provide an entertaining overview of English history, while also offering social commentary and criticism of various figures and institutions. The style and tone of the...
15) Remarks
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“Remarks” by Bill Nye is a collection of satirical essays and speeches that were originally delivered during his lecture tours. The book contains humorous and often absurd takes on various topics such as politics, religion, and society. Nye's wit and humor are on full display throughout the book, and his unique perspective and style of humor have made him a beloved figure in American comedy. The book is a fun and entertaining read for anyone who...
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Series
Jack and the geniuses volume 2
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New York Times-bestselling authors Bill Nye the Science Guy and Gregory Mone take middle-grade readers on a scientific adventure in Book 2 of the exciting new Jack and the Geniuses series.
The series combines real-world science along with a mysterious adventure that will leave kids guessing until the end, making the books ideal for STEM education.
In the second installment, In the Deep Blue Sea, Jack, his genius siblings Ava and Matt, and inventor...
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Bill Nye was a famous American humor columnist in the middle 1800's. He said "We can never be a nation of snobs so long as we are willing to poke fun at ourselves." And he did exactly that in hundreds of newspaper columns that were later collected into books. This is a selection of just 35 of the most humorous, wry and downright funny cogitations of his, written of course in the somewhat convoluted style common in the 19th century which just adds...
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Pub. Date
2020.
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"Science educator, TV host, and New York Times bestselling author Bill Nye is on a mission to help kids understand and appreciate the science that makes our world work. Featuring a range of subjects-physics, chemistry, geology, biology, astronomy, globalwarming, and more-this profusely illustrated book covers the basic principles of each science, key discoveries, recent revolutionary advances, and the problems that science still needs to solve for...
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New York Times bestselling authors Bill Nye the Science Guy and Gregory Mone take middle-grade readers on a scientific adventure in the launch of an exciting new chapter book series, Jack and the Geniuses. The perfect combination to engage and entertain readers, the series features real-world science along with action and a mystery that will leave kids guessing until the end, making these books ideal for STEM education.
In the series opener, Jack...
20) Water cycle
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Disney Educational Productions
Pub. Date
c2003
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (ca. 26 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
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Did you know that most of the water on the planet is the same water that's been here since the Earth formed? In WATER CYCLE, Bill uses a whimsical model to demonstrate the phases of the water cycle: evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.