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Paperback. Zustand: Good. This title is intended for ages 7 to 10 years. Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. Spotlight on the United States of America looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colourful pictures, maps, and illustrations describe the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Intended for ages 6-12, The Life Cycle of a Salmon looks at the growth of a salmon from egg to adult, and provides children with a thorough account of the five distinct stages of a salmon's life cycle: egg, alevin, fry, smolt, and adult.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Intended for ages 6-12, The Life Cycle of a Salmon looks at the growth of a salmon from egg to adult, and provides children with a thorough account of the five distinct stages of a salmon's life cycle: egg, alevin, fry, smolt, and adult.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. In 1912, German meteorologist Alfred Wegener published his groundbreaking theory of continental displacement. His theory proposed that the continents were once a single land mass but had slowly moved apart over millions of years. This book examines the scientific process behind Wegener's theory and how it challenged prevailing views of the time.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Images of children getting exercise and eating healthful foods help show young readers the things that their bodies need to stay healthy. Simple text encourages children to make healthy decisions, including brushing after meals and getting regular checkups at the dentist and doctor. It also teaches children how to wash their hands thoroughly, while singing the Happy Birthday song. Teacher's guide available.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Ancient China gave the world paper, a counting machine called an abacus, Kung Fu, and many other interesting inventions. Chinese society is one of the oldest on earth. Children will delight in learning about the Emperor's Forbidden City, the feuding dynasties, and Ancient Chinese thinker Confucius. Topics include: - The Yellow River, Taklamankan Desert, and Mount Everest - The construction of the Great Wall - How the ancient Chinese farmed and made food - What a Chinese dynasty was - Ancient Chinese games and pastimes Teacher's guide available.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Lavishly illustrated with artwork and amazing photographs, Alphabasics are a combination of ABC books and picture dictionaries. Each book names an object for each letter and gives fascinating information on topics that are fresh and appealing to children.-- an entire page explores one subject and its related topics-- lavish illustrations and photographs help provide further information-- entertaining and informative factsLet's meet people who make our communities cleaner, safer, more pleasant places to live. Full-color photographs and illustrations with informative captions feature workers performing tasks related to their occupations putting their various roles into a context children will recognize. This alphabet book introduces young readers to a range of community helpers including: -- agricultural workers-- firefighters-- recycling workers-- veterinarians, and more.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book introduces children to the important people who make our communities cleaner, safer, and better. Action shots feature people working in construction, at schools, in hospitals, fighting fires, doing police work, and volunteering. An activity asks children what kinds of things they could do to volunteer in their own communities. Teacher's guide available.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book introduces children to the important people who make our communities cleaner, safer, and better. Action shots feature people working in construction, at schools, in hospitals, fighting fires, doing police work, and volunteering. An activity asks children what kinds of things they could do to volunteer in their own communities. Teacher's guide available.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This text leads children on an exciting trip through Australia's beautiful and diverse landscapes. Considered both a country and a continent, full-colour photographs and concise text help young readers learn fascinating geographic facts about Australia.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This text leads children on an exciting trip through Australia's beautiful and diverse landscapes. Considered both a country and a continent, full-colour photographs and concise text help young readers learn fascinating geographic facts about Australia.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This book is intended for ages 4-8. There are over a million species of insects living on Earth, and all insects have similar bodies. In this book, children will learn the major physical features of insects and the importance of each body part. Close-up photographs and clearly labeled illustrations help to explain: an insect's three main body sections; the different kinds of insect mouth-parts; how insects use their eyes and antennae; why and how insects moult as they grow; and how insects move.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. This book is intended for ages 4-8. There are over a million species of insects living on Earth, and all insects have similar bodies. In this book, children will learn the major physical features of insects and the importance of each body part. Close-up photographs and clearly labeled illustrations help to explain: an insect's three main body sections; the different kinds of insect mouth-parts; how insects use their eyes and antennae; why and how insects moult as they grow; and how insects move.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This book is intended for ages 4-8. There are over a million species of insects living on Earth, and all insects have similar bodies. In this book, children will learn the major physical features of insects and the importance of each body part. Close-up photographs and clearly labeled illustrations help to explain: an insect's three main body sections; the different kinds of insect mouth-parts; how insects use their eyes and antennae; why and how insects moult as they grow; and how insects move.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Pollination by insects is a critical function of all land ecosystems. Most orchard fruits, vegetables, and some field crops are pollinated by insects. This book features photographs that focus on the critical fact that protecting pollinators means having food to eat. It helps children look at insects in a different way. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Pollination by insects is a critical function of all land ecosystems. Most orchard fruits, vegetables, and some field crops are pollinated by insects. This book features photographs that focus on the critical fact that protecting pollinators means having food to eat. It helps children look at insects in a different way.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues workFrom basics such as dribbling and blocking to the skilled high-flying slam dunk, Basketball in Action will start kids off on the road to the NBA. Children will learn the basics of shooting, passing, and dribbling as well as how to make a layup. Other important information includes: -- the layout of a basketball court-- enforcing the rules through a referee-- defensive and offensive moves-- warm-up games to test your skills.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues workFrom basics such as dribbling and blocking to the skilled high-flying slam dunk, Basketball in Action will start kids off on the road to the NBA. Children will learn the basics of shooting, passing, and dribbling as well as how to make a layup. Other important information includes: -- the layout of a basketball court-- enforcing the rules through a referee-- defensive and offensive moves-- warm-up games to test your skills.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Get in the game with Crabtree's exciting series on some of children's favorite sports.Features: -- the history of the sport-- basic rules of play-- equipment and safety precautions-- techniques and quick tips for kids on how to improve their skills-- action-packed photos showing boys and girls demonstrating moves-- emphasis on the value of fair play and teamwork-- how the professional leagues workFrom basics such as dribbling and blocking to the skilled high-flying slam dunk, Basketball in Action will start kids off on the road to the NBA. Children will learn the basics of shooting, passing, and dribbling as well as how to make a layup. Other important information includes: -- the layout of a basketball court-- enforcing the rules through a referee-- defensive and offensive moves-- warm-up games to test your skills.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. When the founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, they did more than star a rebellion - they forever changed the face of America. This title is suitable for children of ages 8 to 9 years.

Paperback. Zustand: Like New. When the founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, they did more than star a rebellion - they forever changed the face of America. This title is suitable for children of ages 8 to 9 years.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Introduces children to the diverse continent of Asia. This book describes: the major Asian bodies of water and landforms; the climate in Asia; life in Asian forests, steppes, deserts, and other biomes; Asia's natural resources; and the differences between rural and urban areas. It is intended for children aged 6-10.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Intended for ages 6-10, this beautiful book explains the how and why of camouflage. It looks at camouflage as colors, patterns, and textures that some animals have on their bodies to protect them from predators. It also shows how other animals use camouflage to hide as they hunt for prey. Camouflage is a difficult concept, but this book presents it in a way that is accessible to even the youngest readers. This book provides children with detailed information about: how some animals are camouflaged by their shape, as well as their colours; why animals need camouflage; why baby animals may have different camouflage than their parents; and how some animals that fly or swim are camouflaged by counter shading.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Intended for ages 6-10, this beautiful book explains the how and why of camouflage. It looks at camouflage as colors, patterns, and textures that some animals have on their bodies to protect them from predators. It also shows how other animals use camouflage to hide as they hunt for prey. Camouflage is a difficult concept, but this book presents it in a way that is accessible to even the youngest readers. This book provides children with detailed information about: how some animals are camouflaged by their shape, as well as their colours; why animals need camouflage; why baby animals may have different camouflage than their parents; and how some animals that fly or swim are camouflaged by counter shading.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Hilarious illustrated nonfiction about mosquitos perfect for beginning readers. Conversational text and silly illustrations will have you up all night reading about the most annoying bug on Earth Fast mosquito facts: - Distinctive trait: Leaving annoying itchy bites - Diet: Your blood (and nectar and plant juice) - Special talent: Making a terrible whining sound in your ear The Mosquito covers habitat (mosquitos live everywhere except Antarctica and Iceland ), species (over 3,500 ), history (the oldest recorded mosquito was 79 million years ago ) and much more. Although silly and off-the-wall, The Mosquito contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time. …

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Intended for ages 9-12, this amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells.

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Intended for ages 9-12, this amazing new book tells why solar power is becoming a very real replacement for our current energy sources, with detailed images featuring different types of solar collectors, solar thermal plants, and solar cells.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Bobbie Kalman, author of the acclaimed Historic Communities and Early Settler Life series, explores the action and adventure that made the West famous. In the latter part of the 19th century, more than half a million pioneers headed west to carve out a future on an unknown frontier. Some were drawn by the offer of cheap land and the promise of religious freedom while others had high hopes of finding gold. Thrilling, authentic photos and full-color illustrations recreate what life was really like for these cowboys, adventurers, and immigrants in this rough-and-ready era in our history. In search of large fortunes, thousands of prospectors braved arduous treks west and north by sea, and by wagon train to California and the Klondike region. The Gold Rush investigates one of the most thrilling and desperate times in North American history. Exciting text details: -- how a claim was staked -- how the gold was retrieved by panning, digging, or hydraulic mining -- the tools used to hit pay dirt -- how prospectors lived in often difficult conditions -- what role women and children played -- the problem of lawlessness and harsh justice -- the violation of the Native peoples' way of life.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Bobbie Kalman, author of the acclaimed Historic Communities and Early Settler Life series, explores the action and adventure that made the West famous. In the latter part of the 19th century, more than half a million pioneers headed west to carve out a future on an unknown frontier. Some were drawn by the offer of cheap land and the promise of religious freedom while others had high hopes of finding gold. Thrilling, authentic photos and full-color illustrations recreate what life was really like for these cowboys, adventurers, and immigrants in this rough-and-ready era in our history. In search of large fortunes, thousands of prospectors braved arduous treks west and north by sea, and by wagon train to California and the Klondike region. The Gold Rush investigates one of the most thrilling and desperate times in North American history. Exciting text details: -- how a claim was staked -- how the gold was retrieved by panning, digging, or hydraulic mining -- the tools used to hit pay dirt -- how prospectors lived in often difficult conditions -- what role women and children played -- the problem of lawlessness and harsh justice -- the violation of the Native peoples' way of life.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Bobbie Kalman, author of the acclaimed Historic Communities and Early Settler Life series, explores the action and adventure that made the West famous. In the latter part of the 19th century, more than half a million pioneers headed west to carve out a future on an unknown frontier. Some were drawn by the offer of cheap land and the promise of religious freedom while others had high hopes of finding gold. Thrilling, authentic photos and full-color illustrations recreate what life was really like for these cowboys, adventurers, and immigrants in this rough-and-ready era in our history. In search of large fortunes, thousands of prospectors braved arduous treks west and north by sea, and by wagon train to California and the Klondike region. The Gold Rush investigates one of the most thrilling and desperate times in North American history. Exciting text details: -- how a claim was staked -- how the gold was retrieved by panning, digging, or hydraulic mining -- the tools used to hit pay dirt -- how prospectors lived in often difficult conditions -- what role women and children played -- the problem of lawlessness and harsh justice -- the violation of the Native peoples' way of life.…