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Custom House
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
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"Discover the hidden world of the fox, as beautifully revealed by an acclaimed ecologist who has studied foxes for two decades across four continents " An ode to this familiar yet mysterious creature.... The sight of foxes can lift Brand's prose into poetry.... By turns lyrical, salty, funny and scholarly. " -- New York Times Book Review The fox. For thousands of years myth and folklore have celebrated its cunning intelligence. Today the red fox is...
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English
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This international bestseller that changed the way we look at wolves “opens new horizons in understanding animal nature and intelligence” (Newsday). In 1948, Farley Mowat landed in the far north of Manitoba, Canada, a young biologist sent to investigate the region’s dwindling population of caribou. Many people thought that the caribous’ conspicuous decline had been caused by the tundra’s most notorious predator: the wolf. Alone among the...
8) In the fall
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English
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A young child describes the sights and sounds of autumn, including the "Chop! Chop!" of the woodcutter and the changing colors of the leaves.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Porpoise or Dolphin book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between porpoises and dolphins. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Why do people in China call yaks "hairy cattle?" How long are their horns? Are yaks strong enough to pull a plow? Look inside All About Asian Yaks to find the answers. You'll also discover beautiful, close-up photos of these majestic relatives of the cow. Yaks is one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Be sure to check out all 18!
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English
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Perhaps you've seen an otter swimming and playing at a zoo or aquarium, but do you know how do these amazing animals live in the wild? Most are found in freshwater habitats, while others make their home in coastal kelp forests or can be found feeding along rocky shores. There are many similarities between river otters and sea otters, but there are also vast differences. Explore fascinating facts about these playful, aquatic mammals, meet the species,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The tropical paradise of Hawaii is home to the rarest seals in the West. Hawaiian monk seals look cute and chubby as sleek crescent rolls. But they're born with Olympic-level diving ability to go deep as submarines. Look inside All About North American Hawaiian Monk Seals to read and learn about this mysterious creature so endangered that only 1,200 remain in the wild. Monk Seals is one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Each title...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Raccoons look like furry bandits wearing masks. They are clever, too. When hungry, the tricky critters can even open locked doors. Look inside All About North American Raccoons to read and learn about these smart survivors. Raccoons is one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Each title is beautifully illustrated with large, close-up photographs. Be sure to check out all 18!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Why are the tongues of pangolins so long? What are their protective scales made of? What do pangolins do when they are scared? Look inside All About Asian Pangolins to find the answers. You'll also discover beautiful, close-up photos of these fascinating scaly mammals. Pangolins is one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Be sure to check out all 18!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! What animal flies, has sharp claws, and hangs upside down to rest? Bats! But do you know what bats do at night? Or how they find food? Read this book to find out! Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series-part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning...
19) Winter blanket
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English
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A child describes some of the sights and sounds of winter.
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English
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"From the majestic Bengal tiger to the domesticated Siamese comes a meditation on cats from the bestselling author of " The Hidden Life of Dogs " and " The Social Lives of Dogs From as far back in time as the disappearance of the dinosaurs, cats have occupied an important place in our evolutionary, social, and cultural history. The family of the cat is as diverse as it is widespread, ranging from the lions, tigers, and pumas of the African and Asian...
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