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81) Wisconsin
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Wisconsin-why is Wisconsin called the Badger State? The state drew huge numbers of lead miners in the 1800s. These miners were nicknamed badgers because they dug tunnels to search for the metal. Inside, you'll find: Which plants and animals live in Wisconsin; A timeline, photos-and how Wisconsin became a state; Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!.
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Count from 1 otter pup to 10 baby crayfish as readers learn about the special relationships of baby and mom mammals, reptiles, birds, and insects that make their home in the Okefenokee Swamp. A helpful guide to swamp flora and fauna is included. Modeled after the song "Over in the Meadow" by Olive A. Wadsworth.
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Introduces readers to some of the most threatened species on Earth. Meet some of the scientists who study species survival, and discover what inspires their work-- from cases of critically endangered wildlife to the success stories of species that have been brought back from the brink of extinction. Rare photos and engaging text will fascinate readers of all ages, giving them a glimpse of the diversity that is essential to the future of life on Earth....
86) Oceans and seas!
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Explores the plants, animals, and ecology of oceans and seas. Includes 25 science projects and links to online resources.
"In Oceans and seas! With 25 science projects for kids, readers ages 7 to 10 dive into the underwater world of some of the most amazing landscapes on Earth. Through fun facts, cool illustrations, links to online resources, and STEM projects, kids meet the plants and animals that call these watery worlds home and learn why oceans...
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The rainforest habitat is incredibly diverse so diverse that scientists are discovering new species of plants and animals all the time! In this book, readers journey deep into the rainforest with many kinds of scientists and learn about what they study, their methods, and recent discoveries. Full-color photographs show researchers and their tools and technology up close, from sun-protective gear to infrared cameras. The main content also touches on...
90) Bloom boom!
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Photo illustrations capture a boom of blooming flowers in the springtime.
91) Inside a plant
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"Plants need many things to stay alive. They need food, sun, and water. If plants have what they need, they will continue to go through a life cycle"--
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Enjoy more than 100 extraordinary stories of unusual species, behaviors, and objects all told by author Ben Hoare. Why do Mexican jumping beans jump? How do sea cucumbers defend themselves? What causes the northern lights? This book is filled with facts about the most surprising and curious plants, animals, rocks, and phenomena in nature. Children aged 7-9 can read stories of more than one hundred unique animals, plants and phenomena and learn about...
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This book for kids aged 8 and above takes an innovative look at the circle of life including animals, dinosaurs, stars, volcanoes, and even YOU. Everything has a beginning and an end, but what happens in between? Each spread focuses on at least one life cycle. Meet dolphins jumping in the ocean waves, penguins travelling on the ice, and butterflies fluttering in the sky. Shoot back in time 4.5 billion years to see how planet Earth was formed and then...
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Sunlight, air, water, and minerals help keep plants alive. But do you know how much water is needed for a seed to sprout? Or what a plant will do to find the light it needs? Let's experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore key science concepts. Projects include materials easily found around the house and will inspire learning and creativity!
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Beautiful photography and lyrical text pair with comprehensive picture captions in award-winning author Melissa Stewart's story about the surprisingly diverse world of seeds. Learn all about the plant cycle, from how seeds grow, the fascinating ways they travel, and what it takes for a seed to become a plant.
97) Plant
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Presents information about the complexities of the plant kingdom, covering non-flowering as well as flowering plants and revealing their structures, natural history, and importance in human life.
98) Fotosíntesis
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Describes the process of photosynthesis, explaning how plants use solar power to create their own food, and details how plants fit within the food chain.
99) Photosynthesis
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"Have you ever seen a tree at the grocery store buying dinner? Probably not! Plants create their food in a very different way. They make their own food through photosynthesis"--
100) What makes a plant?
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"Plants are living things. They go through a life cycle. Learn more about what plants need to live and grow"--