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  • My First Book of Animal Opposites

    National Wildlife Federation

    Board book (Charlesbridge, Sept. 20, 2016)
    Egret has LONG legs. Puffin has SHORT legs.Developed in partnership with Ranger Rick and the National Wildlife Federation, this photo-illustrated gem teaches the youngest of children about opposites using examples from the animal kingdom. Vibrant photos paired with sparse, lyrical text introduce the concepts in an easy-to-grasp form for youngsters just beginning to meet the printed page. Representing all seven continents and creatures from a variety of habitats, this board book is a comprehensive introduction to some of childhood's best-loved beasts: penguins and lions and otters, oh my!Families who love nature and the world’s wild places will enjoy sharing these animal opposites.
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  • First Book of Art: With Lots of Projects to Do

    Rosie Dickins

    Spiral-bound (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Encourages children to ask questions about art's content and creators by presenting images from around the world and through the ages, and offers art-related activities that demonstrate different themes and concepts.
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  • Landslides, Slumps, & Creep

    Peter Goodwin

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Oct. 1, 1997)
    Describes the causes and consequences of landslides, avalanches, and other, sometimes rapid, sometimes slow, downward movements of rocks, soil, and/or snow
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  • My First Book of Wild Animals

    National Wildlife Federation

    Board book (Charlesbridge, Feb. 11, 2014)
    A snowy owl flying, a giant panda climbing, a huge gray whale emerging from the waves: See these beautiful animals in the wild, where they belong. These amazing photos from the archives of the National Wildlife Federation showcase a menagerie of marvelous creatures. Children will look wide-eyed at a herd of wildebeests rushing through water; a mama brown bear attending to her adorable cubs; a smiling alligator, its powerful jaws opened wide; adult elephants protectively surrounding their young; and more. While enjoying their close-up look at this wonderful world of wildlife, kids will gain an early and lifelong appreciation for the marvelous creatures who also call Earth home.
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  • Animals That Hibernate

    Larry Dane Brimner

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, March 1, 1991)
    Defines hibernation and describes different animals' ways of preparing for and spending the winter
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  • My First Book of Baby Animals

    National Wildlife Federation

    Board book (Charlesbridge, Feb. 11, 2014)
    A sweet tiger cub, padding softly on its paws across the ground. A little lion getting its head nuzzled by mama as they soak in the sun. Two young kangaroos—joeys—at play. An infant chimpanzee, clinging lovingly to its mother’s back. Nothing’s more irresistible than an animal baby, and with these magnificent photos, kids can meet the cutest ones of all, and their families, too. From two fox kits climbing on logs, to an adorable baby bunny, to a trio of polar bears huddling close to stay warm, to penguins, polar bears, eaglets, and foals, these precious creatures will fascinate human "cubs"—and entice them to look at the pictures over and over again.
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  • North American Indian Sign Language

    Karen Liptak

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Sept. 1, 1990)
    Describes the basic vocabulary needed to communicate in the most commonly used form of sign language used among North American Indians.
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  • Isabella of Castile: Queen on Horseback

    Joann Johansen Burch

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Oct. 1, 1991)
    Examines the life and accomplishments of the Spanish queen who brought political and religious unity to her kingdom and made it possible for Colombus to sail west
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  • My First Book of Nature

    Alain Grée

    Hardcover (Button Books, March 15, 2016)
    Alain Grée’s beautiful illustrations from the 1960s and 70s are known throughout the world. With their naivety of form and bold use of color, their charm is undeniable. Part of a delightful series of books under Button Books, My First Book of Nature features Alain Grée’s stunning vintage illustrations on every page. Aimed at children aged 0 to 2 years, My first book of Nature is a robust, wipeable board book with rounded corners. Its vibrant pictures and large, bold text will make learning about the natural world around them fun and absorbing for young children and toddlers.
  • The Fiddlehoppers: Crickets, Katydids, and Locusts

    Phyllis J. Perry

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Oct. 1, 1995)
    Discusses crickets and grasshoppers, including katydids and locusts, all insects that are known for their sounds and their hopping abilities
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  • My First Book of Things That Go

    Alain Grée

    Hardcover (Button Books, May 12, 2015)
    Alain Grée’s beautiful illustrations from the 1960s and 70s are known throughout the world. With their naivety of form and bold use of color, their charm is undeniable. Part of a delightful series of books under GMC’s exciting new imprint, Button Books, My First Book of Things That Go features Alain Grée’s stunning vintage illustrations on every page.Aimed at children aged 0 to 2 years, My First Book of Things That Go is a robust, wipe-able board book with rounded corners. Its vibrant pictures and large, bold text will make learning about the many different types of vehicles fun and absorbing for young children and toddlers.
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  • Fire Trucks and Rescue Vehicles

    Jean Coppendale

    Library Binding (QEB Publishing, Jan. 7, 2007)
    A bright, fun series on favourite vehicles for young readers. Bold design and big pictures are combined with essential facts and figures. Titles feature: Easy-to-follow text on each vehicle’s features and their everyday uses A double-page spread of activity ideas to extend learning and understanding Color photography Full glossary with key vocabulary highlighted in bold throughout text
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