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Author
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
"If you decide to go to the moon," writes Faith McNulty, "read this book first. It will tellyou how to get there and what to do after youland. The most important part tells you how to get home. Written in the second person, the text allows the reader to participate in every aspect of the journey, from packing ("don't forget your diary and plenty of food") to liftoff (at first you'll feel heavy; don't worry") to traveling thorugh space (where "the...
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Language
English
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"Meet Sun: He's a star! And not just any star--he's one in a billion. He lights up our solar system and makes life possible. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Sun in this next celestial "autobiography." Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully illustrated, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years."--Amazon.com.
7) Owls
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Language
English
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Description
Owls are known for their haunting calls; yet when they are hunting, they can swoop down and snatch prey without making a sound. There are about 140 different kinds of owls, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. From the smallest, the elf owl, to the largest, the great gray owl, here is information about the 21 types that are believed to be living in North America. From egg to owlet to fierce bird of prey, this book offers an insightful...
8) Earth's moon
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Language
English
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"Our moon is magnificent. Sometimes, it appears in the night sky as a massive glowing disk. Other nights, it can't be seen at all. Without the moon, our world would be a different place"--
12) The moon book
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Language
English
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Description
Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.
Author
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Formats
Description
Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story—which was turned into a film, Emmanuel's Gift, narrated by Oprah Winfrey—is nothing short of remarkable.
Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams. As a boy, Emmanuel hopped to school more than two miles each way, learned to play soccer, left home at age thirteen to provide...
Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people—but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams. As a boy, Emmanuel hopped to school more than two miles each way, learned to play soccer, left home at age thirteen to provide...
14) Poland
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Presents an introduction to Poland, describing its geography, weather, cities and towns, family life, food, sports, leisure activities, and holidays.
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered how the incredible landscapes around the world were formed? Learn about some of the most spectacular places on earth and how natural forces have shaped them. Also, find out what types of animals live in these landscapes and what humans are doing to protect them.
18) Italy
Author
Series
Publisher
SIMON SPOTLIGHT, An imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
19) Sharks
Author
Publisher
Creative Education
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
"A kindergarten-level introduction to sharks, covering their growth process, behaviors, the oceans they call home, and such defining physical features as their teeth"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Nancy Paulsen Books
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
On a cold winter day, a curious dog wandered onto a frozen river, and before he knew it he was traveling fast on a sheet of ice. Many people tried to help, but the dog could not be reached. Finally, after two nights and seventy-five miles, the little dog was saved by a ship out in the Baltic Sea.
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