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Books in Discovering The World Around Us series

  • Megalodon: The Biggest and Deadliest SHARK

    TJ Rob

    Paperback (TJ Rob, Dec. 13, 2016)
    And you thought that Great White Sharks were big? Not even close next to a Megalodon.Megalodons were the biggest and deadliest sharks that ever lived. Enter the incredible world of these monster prehistoric creatures.Discover when they lived, what they ate and why they became extinct.Filled with full color illustrations, fascinating facts and easy to understand text. For readers - from ages 6 to 8 but readers up to 100 will enjoy this book! “…my children loved learning the facts about Megalodon Sharks and it kept them engaged and challenged. Definitely a great read and fun…”To learn how these awesome predators ruled the oceans for millions of years, buy your copy of Megalodon today!TJ Rob - www.TJRob.comFor a FREE eBook Download, please visit www.TJRob.comBook Contents:Discovering The World Around UsWhat was a Megalodon?When did Megalodons live?What do we know about them?What did they look like? Where did they live?How big was Megalodon?How much did a Megalodon weigh?How big was the mouth and jaw of Megalodon?Giant TeethSerrated TeethHow many teeth did Megalodon have?Did a Megalodon lose its teeth?How powerful was Megalodon’s bite?What did Megalodons eat?How much did a Megalodon eat?What about baby Megalodons?What was the lifespan of a Megalodon?How do we calculate the age of a Megalodon?Why did Megalodons become extinct?Here is one possible explanation for Megalodon’s extinctionAre there any Megalodons in the oceans today?Could there be any Megalodons living in our oceans today?Don’t miss these other exciting Books by TJ Rob
  • Snow Leopards: The Ghosts of the Mountain

    TJ Rob

    Paperback (TJ Rob, Dec. 13, 2016)
    Have you heard of a big Cat that is so mysterious and stealthy that it is almost invisible? So rarely seen by humans that it was given the name “Ghost of the Mountain”.Enter the fascinating world of the Snow Leopard… Discover what do they look like. Where do they live in the world? How have Snow Leopards adapted to live on the highest snowy mountains? How they hunt, and many more answers to your questions about these elusive creatures. “I bought this for one of my grandchildren who is obsessed with big cats…. The facts are fascinating even for adults.“Filled with full color illustrations, interesting facts and easy to understand text. For readers young and old — from ages 6 to 8, but readers up to 100 will enjoy this book!To learn what makes Snow Leopards unique and special cats, purchase your copy today!TJ Rob — www.TJRob.comFor a FREE eBook Download, please visit www.TJRob.comBook Contents:What are Snow Leopards?What do Snow Leopards look like?How long do Snow Leopards live?Where do Snow Leopards live in the wild?How many Snow Leopards are there in the wild today?The differences between Snow Leopards and Leopards?More differences between Snow Leopards and Leopards?What do Snow Leopards eat?The Favorite Prey of Snow LeopardsHow many Cubs do they have?How have Snow Leopards adapted to the world they live in?How Snow Leopards adapt to the world they live inHow fast can Snow Leopards move and how far?Snow Leopard Fun FactsMore Snow Leopard Fun FactsThreats to Snow LeopardsDon’t miss these other exciting Books by TJ Rob
  • Bugs

    Igloo Books

    Board book (Igloo Books, Dec. 25, 2018)
    Features small but mighty creatures from around the world, from beetles in the desert to dragonflies at the pond.
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  • Cougars:

    TJ Rob

    Paperback (TJ Rob, Dec. 13, 2016)
    And you thought that you can jump high and run fast? A Cougar can jump 18 feet straight up into the sky! It can outrun the fastest Olympic sprinters with ease!Cougars are the biggest Cats that purr. They are also the best hunters of all the big Cats. They catch 80% of all the prey they chase. Lions can only manage 10%!Discover where Cougars live, what they eat and how they hunt and a lot more.Filled with full color illustrations, fascinating facts and easy to understand text. For young readers - ages 6 to 8, but readers up to 100 will enjoy this book!“…the pictures and information was presented really well and was enjoyed by our whole family. We have enjoyed many TJ Rob books and will work our way through them all.”If you want to be surprised by the feats that these amazing creatures perform, get your copy of “Cougars” today!TJ Rob – www.TJRob.comFor a FREE eBook Download, please visit www.TJRob.comBook Contents:Discovering the World Around UsWhat are Cougars? Do Cougars have other names that we know them by? What do Cougars look like? How big is a Cougar? How to spot a Cougar ... Where do Cougars live in the wild today? Where do Cougars like to live? How many are left in the wild? How long do Cougars live? What does a Cougar eat? Some of the prey that Cougars eatHow often does a Cougar hunt? How fast can Cougars run? How far can Cougars jump? How far do Cougars roam? What about Cougar babies? More about Cougar kittensAre Cougars dangerous? How have Cougars adapted to the world they live in? Cougar Fun FactsMore Cougar Fun FactsOther exciting Books by TJ Rob
  • Rhinos: Tough, Bad Tempered and Dangerous

    TJ Rob

    Paperback (TJ Rob, Dec. 13, 2016)
    Did you know that a Rhino can run as fast as a horse and turn on a dime? Did you also know that Rhinos have terrible eyesight – so bad they often attack trees and rocks – mistaking them for other animals!Do you know what a group of Rhinos is called? Enter the amazing world of these ancient looking creatures. Discover how big and heavy Rhinos are, how many types there are and why they are quickly disappearing all over the world.Learn what substance Rhino horn is made from and what Rhinos use their horns for, and many more interesting facts.“Excellent books….these books are great educational tools for children and adults…”Filled with full color illustrations and easy to understand text. For young readers from 6 to 8 but readers up to 100 will enjoy this book!To uncover why Rhinos are such unusual animals, get your copy today!TJ Rob — www.TJRob.comFor a FREE eBook visit www.TJRob.comBook Contents:What is a Rhino?How Big is a Rhino?How many types of Rhino are there?Africa’s Black and White RhinosBlack and White RhinosWhere do Rhino live in the wild today?How long do Rhinos live?What do Black Rhinos eat?The Weird Mouth of a Black RhinoWhat do White Rhinos eat?How many babies do Rhinos have?What are Rhino horns made from?What do Rhinos use their horns for?How thick is a Rhino’s skin?When does a Rhino sleep?How well do Rhinos see, hear and smell?Is a Rhino slow?Is the Rhino an aggressive and bad tempered animal?Does a Rhino have enemies? How bad is poaching? Do Rhino fight each other?A Rhino’s best friend?How does a Rhino mark its territory?How important is water?Some Rhino Fun FactsDon’t miss these other exciting Books by TJ Rob
  • Ss93 Regions Near and Far Pupil Edition Grade 4

    Gloria P. Hagans

    Hardcover (MacMillan/McGraw-Hill School Division, Jan. 1, 1993)
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  • Oceans

    Igloo Books

    Board book (Igloo Books, Dec. 25, 2018)
    Includes fascinating sea creatures from around the world, from whales and sharks to turtles and deep-sea fish.
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  • A Chronology of North American Exploration

    Sarah Elizabeth Webb

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Take a fascinating trip through the history of early North American exploration. From the earliest journeys to the New World, learn who made the journey and why. Readers will also discover where particular explorers landed and if they found what they hoped to find.
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  • Passage to Fortune: Searching for Saguenay

    Jessica Gunderson, Rory Kurtz

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Are you ready for an adventure? Then stow away with Samuel as he journeys from France to the New World in search of fortune. But beware, his travels through North America may be more difficult and dangerous than he ever dreamed.
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  • Grizzly:

    TJ Rob

    Paperback (TJ Rob, Dec. 13, 2016)
    What can weigh over 1000 pounds, can climb a 50-foot tree and run faster than a race horse?What animal eats mostly berries, nuts and fruits and can still easily crush a bowling ball with its huge powerful jaws?What animal can smell you coming from over 15 miles (24 km) away?The answer to all of the above is …a Grizzly!These huge creatures are mild mannered until they feel threatened. Then the Grizzly becomes one of the most ferocious animals on Earth, and even more so if it believes it’s young may be in danger!Filled with full color illustrations, fascinating facts and easy to understand text. “…We have read many of TJ Rob's books and recommend them for kids and adults alike.”This book is aimed at young readers - from 6 to 8, but will delight readers up to 100! If you love Bears and want to learn more about the world of these huge creatures, get your copy of “Grizzly” today.TJ Rob — www.TJRob.comFor a FREE eBook please visit www.TJRob.comBook Contents:What are Grizzlies? How did Grizzlies get their name? What color are Grizzlies? How big is a Grizzly? How to spot a Grizzly... Where do Grizzlies live in the wild today? Where do Grizzlies like to live? How many are left in the wild? Are there differences between Grizzlies and Black Bears? How long do Grizzlies live? What does a Grizzly eat? Some of a Grizzly’s favorite foodsHow often does a Grizzly eat? How do Grizzlies hunt? How fast can a Grizzly run? Do Grizzlies climb trees? How far do Grizzlies roam? What about Grizzly cubs? What happens when Grizzlies hibernate in the Winter? True Hibernation or something else? How do grizzlies communicate with one another? Are Grizzlies dangerous? Grizzly fun factsPlease leave a review and Other EXCITING Books by TJ Rob
  • Rourke Educational Media | Discoveries Around the World: Great Minds and Finds in Africa | 32pgs

    Mike Downs

    Paperback (Bridges, Aug. 11, 2020)
    GREAT MINDS AND FINDS IN AFRICA: Elementary-aged readers will discover people, places, and inventions from one of Earth’s seven continents in this 32-page nonfiction book, which takes children on a journey to Africa!DISCOVERY READER FOR KIDS: What do writing, surgery, glaciers, and fossils have in common? They all have histories in Africa, one of Earth’s seven continents. Discover the great minds and finds of ancient and modern Africa in this learning adventure.INCLUDES: Features a wide array of modern and ancient examples, from art and science to history and technology. Also includes after-reading questions, a glossary, an index, and an extension activity. BENEFITS: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing facts, vivid photos, and helpful maps that bring each place to life. Children will learn how each continent's great minds and finds have influenced the world. WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!
  • Rourke Educational Media | Discoveries Around the World: Great Minds and Finds in Asia | 32pgs

    Mike Downs

    Paperback (Bridges, Aug. 11, 2020)
    GREAT MINDS AND FINDS IN ASIA: Elementary-aged readers will discover people, places, and inventions from the world's largest continent in this 32-page nonfiction book, which takes children on a journey to Asia!DISCOVERY READER FOR KIDS: What do kites, writing, gunpowder, and the number zero have in common? They all have histories in Asia! Discover the great minds and finds of ancient and modern Asia in this exciting learning adventure.INCLUDES: Features a wide array of modern and ancient examples, from art and science to history and technology. Also includes after-reading questions, a glossary, an index, and an extension activity. BENEFITS: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing facts, vivid photos, and helpful maps that bring each place to life. Children will learn how each continent's great minds and finds have influenced the world. WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!