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Books in Natural World series

  • Learning About Insects

    Catherine Veitch

    Paperback (Raintree, July 1, 2013)
    This beautiful and simple label book introduces young readers to the names of different insects and their body parts.
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  • My Little Garden

    Katrin Wiehle

    Board book (HMH Books for Young Readers, Jan. 8, 2019)
    Journey through the garden in this environmentally-friendly board book made from 100% recycled materials.Hedgehog, Mouse and Sparrow live in the garden and introduce readers to their home: showing the vegetable plots, the fruit trees, and the many other creatures who share their world. Elegantly designed with spare text, these gentle earth tone illustrations complement the sustainable format. This eco-friendly book encourages little readers to enjoy nature—inside and out!
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  • My Little Forest

    Katrin Wiehle

    Board book (HMH Books for Young Readers, Jan. 8, 2019)
    Journey through the heart of the forest with woodland creatures in this environmentally friendly board book made from 100% recycled materials.Fox, Squirrel and Badger live in the forest and introduce readers to their home: showing big trees and small, different shapes of leaves, and the many other creatures who share their world. Elegantly designed with spare text, these gentle earth tone illustrations complement the sustainable format. This eco-friendly book encourages little readers to enjoy nature—inside and out!
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  • Encyclopedia of Fishes, Second Edition

    John R. Paxton, William N. Eschmeyer

    Hardcover (Academic Press, )
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  • Encyclopedia of Fishes

    John R. Paxton, William N. Eschmeyer

    Hardcover (Academic Press, Feb. 14, 1995)
    Magnificently illustrated with more than 200 color photos and 150 original illustrations, diagrams, and maps, this encyclopedia reveals the fascinating world of fish in an authoritative and stimulating way. The highly readable text, written by leading experts, incorporates the most recent scientific research and presents a comprehensive, up-to-date overview of the complex and diverse lives of fish.
  • Encyclopedia of Reptiles and Amphibians

    Harold G. Cogger, Richard G. Zweifel

    Hardcover (Academic Press, Aug. 5, 1998)
    Some 360 million years ago the ancestors of today's reptiles and amphibians emerged from the sea to take on the challenge of land. This successful venture climaxed in a spectacular 140-million-year domination of the Earth by the dinosaurs. Today there are more than 11,000 species of reptiles and amphibians living in all parts of the world. Their behavior and physiology are as complex as those of birds and mammals, and they are equally well-adapted to the astonishingly varied environments they inhabit. Only through a greater understanding of the fragile balance that exists between the species and their habitats will it be possible for us to ensure their survival.This Second Edition of Reptiles and Amphibians is a magnificently illustrated book, with highly comprehensive and authoritative text, written by the world's leading herpetologists. The book has more than 200 superb color photographs and 100 original paintings, maps, and diagrams. It is an up-to-date and definitive volume that chronicles the life-histories of some of nature's most secretive yet remarkable creatures. Key Features* Magnificently illustrated in full color* Includes hundreds of color photographs and meticulously researched diagrams and maps* Written by an international team of world recognized authorities
  • Learning About Trees

    Catherine Veitch

    Paperback (Raintree, July 1, 2013)
    This beautiful and simple label book introduces young readers to the names of different trees and their parts.
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  • Black Rhino: Habitats, Life Cycle, Food Chains, Threats

    Malcolm Penny

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, eating and mating habits, and the threats they face and what is being done to protect them.
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  • Wolf: Habitats, Life Cycles, Food Chains, Threats

    Michael Leach

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of wolves, as well as the threats they face and efforts to protect them.
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  • My Little Ocean

    Katrin Wiehle

    Board book (HMH Books for Young Readers, June 11, 2019)
    Dive into an ocean journey with friendly sea creatures Seal, Crab, and Seagull. This environmentally friendly board book is made from 100% recycled materials. Seal, Seagull, and Crab introduce readers to their homes in the ocean and on the beach: showing which plants grow on the ocean floor, what crabs look like, and which fish have fun red dots. Elegantly designed with spare text, Katrin's Wiehle's gentle, adorable illustrations complement the sustainable format. Printed on thick, 100% recycled board, this eco-friendly board book series encourages little readers to enjoy nature—inside and out!
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  • Giraffe: Habitats, Life Cycles, Food Chains, Threats

    Michael Leach

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, diet, and threats to the giraffe.
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  • Giant Panda: Habitats, Life Cycles, Food Chains, Threats

    Malcolm Penny

    Library Binding (Heinemann/Raintree, Jan. 1, 2000)
    Describes the habits and behavior of giant pandas at different stages of their lives, as well as threats to their continued survival.
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