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Publisher
DK Publishing
Description
In this clever guide, readers previously daunted by algebra, logic, algorithms, and all things math will discover they are better at it than they thought. This resource explores the math brain and demonstrates to readers that they use math skills all the time -- they just don't know it yet. Packed with math activities and puzzles.
Author
Publisher
AtHome Books
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
223 pages : color illustrations, plans ; 30 cm.
Description
Celebrated garden photographer Stacy Bass has long called daybreak her true muse. For her second book, the award-winning artist went behind the gates of a dozen private gardens in the Northeast to capture these incredible landscapes in the most enchanting light of day. She?s curated the best images from each of these shoots into a volume filled with 200-plus color photographs
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Publisher
Phaidon Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 23 cm
Description
"For young children, the concept of age is abstract when they don't have a relatable context... until now! This book showcases the faces and life stories of 100 people from around the world in numerical order, from a one-year-old to a centenarian, giving children a reference point for each age. Striking close-up black-and-white portraits are paired with read-aloud text that shares personal experiences, wishes, memories, and emotions, leaving readers...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Physical Desc
192 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm
Description
Featuring more than five hundred images of paintings, drawings, photographs, and sculptures, this visual tour through various art movements also provides profiles of key figures behind some of the world's best-known artworks.
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"Highlighting the seven wonders of the world -- the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria, Wonders of the World, a new title in the Eyewitness series, showcases these architectural feats and the marvels of engineering behind these timeless treasures."--Amazon.com.
9) Ancient Rome
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"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
312 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm
Description
"Learn how to buy, style, and present seasonal flower arrangements for every occasion. With sections on tools, flower care, and design techniques, Floret Farm's A Year in Flowers presents all the secrets to arranging garden-fresh bouquets. Featuring expert advice from Erin Benzakein, world-renowned flower farmer, floral designer, and bestselling author of Floret Farm: Cut Flower Garden, this book is a gorgeous and comprehensive guide to everything...
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
96 pages cm.
Description
Jump into the ring to see which creatures earn their stripes in head-to-head matchups. Who will be crowned the next champion? Wolverines and weasels battle it out for nastiest reputation. Chameleons and cuttlefish vie for the most colorful crown. Scorpions and jellyfish make their case as the venom victor. But wait till you get the 360-degree lowdown on these awesome animals before you pick your winner--you might be surprised by who comes out on top!...
Publisher
Guinness World Records
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
215 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Description
"Whether it's a selfie-taking monkey, a skateboarding dog or a weasel flying on a woodpecker, the world can't get enough of crazy animal stories. Guinness world records: amazing animals is the perfect opportunity to paws for thought and celebrate the incredible creatures that steal our hearts!" --page [4] of cover.
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
46 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Description
In this read-aloud picture book, readers meet courageous canine Tiger and follow him as he spends an exciting day with the police in our nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Photographs illustrate Tiger's role as a police dog, and simple, text lets readers journey along as Tiger visits a police academy, trains to sniff out important items, patrols famous landmarks, and keeps us all safe.
15) Penguins
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
31 pages : color illustrations ; 18 cm.
Description
A beginning nonfiction introduction to penguins for kids.
16) Fighting fires
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Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic
Pub. Date
2020.
Physical Desc
24 pages cm.
Description
"Book introduces the reader to fighting fires"--
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Publisher
Orange Mosquito
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 25 cm.
Description
"True stories of 19 inspirational 'dogs with jobs'. Learn how dogs can help us in many ways: they can be assistance dogs, firefighters, rescuers, carers, companions to the elderly...Dogs are more than just members of our families and faithful companions -- they can be heroes too! Not only are dogs incredibly cute, they are also really clever with different breeds having unique traits that can be very helpful in risky situations. This book is a tribute...
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Physical Desc
72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm.
Description
"Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world, from tsunamis to tornadoes, and discover nature's awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. See how earthquakes, floods and hurricanes affect what lies in their path, and what measures we can use to protect ourselves from Mother Nature. Follow the journey of some of the most catastrophic disasters, and witness the rescue operations that followed. Learn, too, about the equipment...
19) Heartbeat
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"Lub-DUB. Lub-DUB. Lub-DUB. The rhythm of every animal's heartbeat is different. Flick-dash flick-dash! Lub-DUB. Lub-DUB. Lub-DUB. From tiny meadow mice to tall giraffes to the octopus with three hearts, each animal's heart has its own beat, in tune withits body's needs"--
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Description
Use your reading superpowers to learn all about a beautiful coral reef and the sea animals living there - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Children will love to find out about the beautiful coral reef and all the sea animals that can be spotted on it.
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