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Gail Gibbons
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: Planet Earth is in the Milky Way Galaxy, the cloudy band of light that stretches clear across the night sky. How many galaxies are there in the universe? For years astronomers thought that the Milky Way was the universe. Now we know that there are billions of them. Gail Gibbons takes the reader on a journey light-years away.
3) Horses!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"No other animal has captured people's imaginations or changed their lives as has the horse. Their grace, strength, and beauty have made horses sought after as well as useful. What would kings and queens, knights and conquistadores, cowboys and stagecoach drivers, or farmers have done without them? Breeding horses was Queen Elizabeth II's favorite hobby. In this informative book, Gail Gibbons relates some of the long history that horses and humans...
5) Apples
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.
6) Owls
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"With their striking appearance and distinctive hoot, hoot, owls are one of the most recognizable birds in the world. But did you know there are more than 200 types of owls living in the world? This new and updated edition, vetted by an expert, includes the latest information on owl sizes and statistics, their varied nesting habits, and the current conservation efforts to save these endangered birds."--Amazon.com.
7) Ladybugs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"This new and updated edition presents the latest scientific information on ladybugs in language accessible for young readers through bright illustrations, informative diagrams, and easy-to-read text."--
8) Sea turtles
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Describes the eight kinds of sea turtles, their physical characteristics, senses, how they feed, migrate, and nest, and what is being done to protect them.
9) Whales
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that whales breathe air just like people do? How about that a blue whale is one of the biggest mammals that ever lived? Discover these fascinating facts and more in this updated deep-dive into the biology of whales" -- From book jacket flap.
Introduces different kinds of whales.
10) Marshes & swamps
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
A picture book that defines marshes and swamps, discusses how conditions in them may change, and examines the life found in and around them.
12) Gorillas
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, diet, life cycle, and habitat of various kinds of gorillas.
13) Spiders
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders.
14) Stargazers
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Vetted by an expert, this new and updated edition introduces scientific facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader. It introduces and reinforces important vocabulary for the aspiring astronomer, explaining everything in clear,...
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a butterfly, and in the fall, it can migrate almost 100 miles each day. In this book, follow the story of one monarch butterfly and elarn about what it eats, how it grows, and more."--Dust jacket flap.
16) The pumpkin book
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[1999], ©1999
Language
English
Description
Describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Includes instructions for carving a pumpkin and drying the seeds.
17) Halloween is
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2002
Language
English
Description
Describes the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Language
English
Description
In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle-and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick. Full color. As well as telling the story of St. Patrick's life, this simple account describes how we celebrate his day and the symbols connected with...