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Birth of the Dinosaurs
Michael Bright
Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2017)Long before humans even walked the earth, dinosaurs ruled its lands, seas, and skies. This information-rich book takes readers millions of years into Earths past to witness the birth, reign, and mass extinction of these incredible creatures. Intricately detailed 3-D images and illustrations of prehistoric species immerse readers in a time before humanity. As they explore the Mesozoic era, readers will learn about geological time, evolution, animal classification, and other essential science curriculum topics. Readers will pour over fascinating fact boxes to satiate their curiosity on this high-interest subject. With crucial science material and engaging subject matter even reluctant readers will absorb, this intriguing book will be a popular addition to any library.
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Earth's Crust and Core
Amy Bauman
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Jan. 1, 2008)Discusses how the Earth was formed and its three major layers, describes the movement of the Earth's crust, and explains how such phenomena as volcanoes and earthquakes shape Earth's surface.
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Planet Earth: Oceans
Vineeta Singh
Hardcover (The Energy and Resources Institute, TERI, Jan. 1, 2011)Oceans cover two-thirds of our planet, holding 97 per cent of the earth s water. But oceans are much more than vast expanses of water. Beneath the deep waters lie mountains and volcanoes. Oceans are teeming with life both plants and animals. Explore the oceans of the world and learn how they remain full of water, how they influence the climate, the web of life they support, and the dangers posed by pollution and climate change. Books in this series: Planet Earth: Deserts Planet Earth: Forests Planet Earth: Mountains Planet Earth: Oceans Planet Earth: Poles Planet Earth: Rivers and Lakes
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Disappearing Wetlands
Helen Challand
Library Binding (Childrens Pr, April 1, 1992)Examines the ecological role of wetlands and discusses how they are formed, what life they support, and how people modify or destroy them.
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People and Planet Earth
Michael Bright
Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2017)Domesticating animals, forging metals, developing written languages humanity has accomplished remarkable feats. This engaging book takes readers on a journey through human history where theyll encounter the greatest struggles our species has overcome. Revolutionary farming techniques, inventions, and scientific discoveries show readers the amazing thing humans are capable of achieving. A probing look at humanitys relationship with the planet, from the Great Smog of 1952 to contemporary affects of global warming, inspires readers to be environmentally conscientious. This accessible book, full of amazing photographs and 3-D visuals, will be a valuable addition to any library.
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Earth's Water Cycle
Amy Bauman
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Jan. 1, 2008)Describes how water moves around the Earth's surface, the importance of water to life on Earth, and the dangers posed to fresh water by human action and inaction.
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Earth's Rocks and Fossils
Jim Pipe
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)Describes what the different kinds of rocks are, their properties, and what they are used for and explains what fossils and fossil fuels are.
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Earth's Crust and Core
Amy Bauman
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)Discusses how the Earth was formed and its three major layers, describes the movement of the Earth's crust, and explains how such phenomena as volcanoes and earthquakes shape Earth's surface.
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Planet Earth: Ecosystems
jim-pipe
Paperback (ticktock Media Ltd, March 15, 2008)Rare Book
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Rainforests
Steve Parker, Wendy Horobin
Hardcover (QED Publishing, )None
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Planet Earth Jumbo Coloring Poster Pad
Modern Publishing
Paperback (Modern Pub, March 15, 2008)None
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Planet Earth: Rivers and Lakes
Rani Iyer
Hardcover (The Energy and Resources Institute, TERI, Jan. 1, 2011)Rivers and lakes are storehouses of fresh water. They are also important habitats for fishes, birds, and mammals. It is no wonder that rivers have been our lifelines since ancient times, playing an important role in the growth of civilizations. Take a cruise on the world s greatest rivers and learn about the deepest and largest lakes. Discover the origins of rivers, their stages, the life they support, and the benefits they provide us. Also learn how these precious water bodies are threatened by human activities. Books in this series: Planet Earth: Deserts Planet Earth: Forests Planet Earth: Mountains Planet Earth: Oceans Planet Earth: Poles Planet Earth: Rivers and Lakes