Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Hurricane Watch
Book SynopsisRead and find out about how hurricanes form, how scientists track the storms, and what you can do to keep yourself safe if one strikes in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Winds whip. Waves crash. Rain pours down. A superstorm moves across the ocean and gets closer and closer to land. Hurricane watch! Perfect for budding meteorologists, and recognized as an Outstanding Science Trade Book by the National Science Teachers Association, Hurricane Watch is bursting with fascinating facts paired with engaging visuals and diagrams.This picture book also includes a Find Out More section with an activity on air pressure, web research prompts, and a glossary of storm and weather vocabulary. Both text and artwork were vetted by Dr. William J. Brennan of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for accuracy.This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the clas
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Horses
Book SynopsisFrom award-winning science writer Seymour Simon comes a completely revised and updated edition of Horses, with brand-new full-color photographs. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Readers will learn how horses came to be domesticated, how to distinguish different breeds, the important roles horses have served throughout history, and more. From stallions and mares and Clydesdales to Palominos, this is sure to be a hit with horse lovers and animal lovers everywhere!This updated edition includes:• author’s note• stunning full-color photographs• glossary• index• additional reading sourcesSupports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards and
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc From Seed to Pumpkin
Book SynopsisTrade Review"With a level of detail that seems just right for young children, the text clearly presents how the plant develops from seed to mature pumpkin as well as how it obtains and distributes water and nutrients... An excellent introduction to plant development in general and pumpkins in particular." -- Booklist
£8.67
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Nest Full of Eggs
Book SynopsisRead and find out about a full year of growth and change for robins in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Named a Best Children's Science Book of the Year by Science Books & Films, this picture book shows how the birds develop inside their eggs during the spring;
£8.66
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Why Do Leaves Change Color
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Earthquakes LetsReadandFindOut Science 2
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc How Mountains Are Made LetsReadandFindOut Science
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Moon Seems to Change
Book SynopsisRead and find out about the phases of the moon in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.This clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom, introduces basic information about the moon.Have you noticed that the moon sometimes seems to grow and shrink? Does it look like a big round ball? Or is it just a sliver of light in the sky? The moon seems to change. But it doesn''t really. The moon revolves around the Earth. It takes about four weeks to make the journey, and as it travels around we can only see certain parts of it. Try the simple experiment described inside using an orange, a pencil, and a flashlight, and you''ll understand why the moon seems to change.This is a Level 2 Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids'' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
£10.04
HarperCollins Publishers Inc A Tree Is a Plant
Book SynopsisTrade Review"This reillustrated book on the science of trees is well designed for preschool and early-primary-grade children. The text follows an apple plant from seed to sprout to tree, including the development of blossoms, leaves, and fruit. The functions of roots, trunk, branches, and leaves are also discussed, as well as the seasonal changes in the tree. Schuett' s colorful paintings clearly illustrate topics explained in the text...and small, playful animals will help keep children involved in the topic. A good starting place for understanding trees." — Booklist "Glowing new illustrations featuring a multiracial cast of children adorn this classic Let's Read and Find Out Science primer. Using plain language and short sentences, Bulla follows an apple tree from seed to maturity, introducing readers to leaves, flowers, branches, roots, and fruits." — Kirkus Reviews "Concepts such as water intake are emphasized with arrows indicating its route within the plant. The charming paintings, many of which are full-page and large enough for comfortable group sharing, depict numerous outdoor scenes peopled by children of various ethnic backgrounds. An appended section includes instructions for a transpiration experiment and suggests a method for measuring the age of a tree." — School Library Journal
£8.76
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Flood Warning
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Droughts
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A necessary read in today’s climate." — Kirkus Reviews
£7.78
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ranger Rick
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£6.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ranger Rick I Wish I Was a Monarch Butterfly
Book SynopsisExplore the lives of monarch butterflies with Ranger Rick in this beginning reader with full-color photos of monarchs in the wild! What if you wished you were a monarch and then you became one? Could you transform from a caterpillar into a butterfly, and learn to fly? And would you want to? Find out!Ranger Rick explorers can learn all about monarch butterflies in this reader full of fascinating facts, vivid wildlife photographs, a Wild Words glossary, and a hands-on activity that teaches kids how to chart the life cycle of the monarch.Ranger Rick, the iconic raccoon ambassador from Ranger Rick magazines, engages young readers by comparing and contrasting the life of the monarch to the life of the reader. For example—when explaining how monarch butterflies eat, a call-out from Ranger Rick asks: do you sip juice through a straw?Ranger Rick: I Wish I Was a Monarch Butterfly
£14.44
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ranger Rick I Wish I Was a Llama
Book SynopsisExplore the lives of llamas with Ranger Rick in this beginning reader with full-color photos of llamas in action! What if you wished you were a llama and then you became one? Could you talk like a llama, with gurgles and squeals? Could you roll in the dust like a llama, to keep bugs away? And would you want to? Find out about llamas and their wild cousins, guanacos (pronounced wah-nah-ko), as well as alpacas and vicuñas!Ranger Rick explorers will love this Level One I Can Read that helps beginning readers dig a little deeper into the lives of llamas. Ranger Rick: I Wish I Was a Llama is complete with vivid photographs, fascinating facts, a Wild Words glossary, and a hands-on activity about how to tell the difference between different camelids.Ranger Rick, the iconic raccoon ambassador from Ranger Rick magazines, engages young readers by comparing and contrasting the life of the llama to the lif
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Our Great Big Backyard
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling picture book, now available in paperback! To help commemorate the one hundredth anniversary of the National Park Service, #1 New York Times bestselling authors former First Lady Laura Bush and her daughter Jenna Bush Hager have created an exuberant picture book tribute to our national parks and the importance and fun of connecting with nature.Our Great Big Backyard follows Jane, whose plans of spending the summer playing video games with her friends are dashed when her parents announce that her family is going on a road trip to national parks around the country.Somewhere between the Everglades and Big Bend National Park, things begin to change. Jane starts paying attention to the magnificent sights and spends less time looking at her screen.The stunning views open up her imagination as she and her brother see everything that nature has to offer. And the more Jane discover
£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tornadoes
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£8.26
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tornadoes Revised Edition
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Cats
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£9.85
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Icebergs Glaciers
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£9.60
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Water
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£8.47
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Running on Sunshine
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A necessary, engaging book that shines a light on solar energy." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "A timely, informative addition to the Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science series." — Booklist "In concise, straightforward prose, DeCristofano introduces young readers to solar power: where it comes from and how it is harnessed, converted into energy, and used. In an even-handed discussion, she covers the environmental advantages of solar power over more traditional methods of producing electricity as well as some drawbacks (and possible solutions) to the use of solar power. Well-placed questions such as 'What happens when it rains? Or when clouds block the Sun?' ask readers and listeners to become actively involved in the narrative." — The Horn Book
£8.76
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Runny Babbit Returns
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£17.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Runny Babbit Returns
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc What Makes a Blizzard
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA handsome addition to the dependable Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science series. — Booklist
£9.11
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Al Rokers Extreme Weather
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£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Thump Goes the Rabbit
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£7.84
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Super Marsupials Kangaroos Koalas Wombats and
Book SynopsisRead and find out about marsupials—amazing kangaroos, tree kangaroos, koalas, Tasmanian devils, wombats, opossums, and sugar gliders—in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Animals that keep their babies in soft, furry pouches are called marsupials. There are many sorts of marsupials, and they all have super amazing qualities.This book comes with a colorful infographic and an activity called Joey Day all about what it would be like to carry a marsupial joey (which means baby!) around all day long.This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It''s a Level 1 Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons
£15.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Destination Moon
Book SynopsisAn out-of-this-world exploration of the 1969 Moon landing from children’s science expert Seymour Simon!
£8.13
HarperCollins I Love Snow I Can Read 5Book Box Set
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£18.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Dear EarthFrom Your Friends in Room 5
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA well-thought-out presentation of an important environmental message. — Kirkus Reviews
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Climate Action What Happened and What We Can Do
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£17.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Ocean in Your Bathtub
Book Synopsis“A fabulous find.”—School Library Journal (starred review)“A wealth of information.”—BooklistPerfect for curious kids!From shore to suburb, the ocean connects all of us in unexpected ways—through the weather, our water, our food sources, and more! In their signature informative and child-friendly style, the award-winning creators of A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars explore how the ocean affects everyone, no matter where they live, and how everyone affects the ocean. Fans of Jess Keating’s Shark Lady and Kate Messner’s The Brilliant Deep will be hooked. Did you know that oceans cover 71 percent of our planet and contain 97 percent of the earth’s water? That seven out of every ten breaths you take contains oxygen that comes from oceanic plant life? No matter how far from the ocean you live, it is part of your life, every single day. And you are part of the ocean’s life, too. Every time you flush the toilet or throw something away, you might be sending it to the ocean—and every time you do a good deed, such as pick up litter or recycle, you are helping the ocean!Acclaimed creators Seth Fishman and Isabel Greenberg explore how the earth’s five oceans affect daily life for everyone on the planet and present surprising information about the ocean ecosystem in a fun, accessible story.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Goldilocks Zone
Book SynopsisTrade Review"This lively excursion will leave audiences stirred by what lies around them as well as what awaits up in the skies." — Kirkus Reviews "[An] engaging primer on the solar system.” — Publishers Weekly "A fun trip through the solar system that will leave readers in awe of both the solar system and our own incredible Earth." — Booklist
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Last Beekeeper
Book SynopsisTrade Review"An action-packed adventure that reflects our own mistakes and predicts our fears for the future. Highly recommended for middle school readers who enjoy dystopian adventures and science." " — School Library Journal (starred review) "Readers will root for Yoly, who is as kind and brave as she is smart, in this page-turning story that deals with all-too-relevant themes. An insightful, action-packed, and thought-provoking adventure." — Kirkus Reviews "Cartaya’s quick-moving plot pairs well with Yoly’s lively voice, highlighting themes of resistance, communal and ecological interdependence, and a shared responsibility to nature that’s sure to leave readers buzzing." — Publishers Weekly "A middle-grade dystopian story with well-written female characters and interesting world building, this appealing title teaches readers that one person can make all the difference in creating positive change." — Booklist "Perfect for readers interested in dystopian literature and climate fiction, this is a stirring exploration of the connections between technology, nature, and humanity." — Horn Book Magazine "The Last Beekeeper will stay with you long after you finish it. Yolanda gives us a glimpse into a terrifying future, but she also reminds us that we have everything we need to make our world a better place." — Erin Entrada Kelly, author of Hello, Universe, winner of the Newbery Medal, and We Dream of Space "The Last Beekeeper will sting readers from page one and leave them buzzing for more! A timely and thrilling adventure with a message that inspires hope for a greener tomorrow.” — Ryan Calejo, author of the Charlie Hernández series
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lovely Beasts
Book SynopsisA stunning debut picture book that encourages kids to look beyond first impressions by sharing unexpected details about seemingly scary wild animals like gorillas, rhinoceroses, and more. Or are they...?This captivating book invites you to learn more about awe-inspiring animals in the wild.Trade Review★ “With its elegant layout, gorgeous illustrations, and thoughtful text, this book presents an interesting and focused subject in an exemplary manner.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A beautifully drawn, cleverly conceptualized resource that will do much for the reputations of some of our more maligned animals.” — Booklist “Gently urges readers to see beyond first assumptions and to celebrate the wonder of biodiversity.” — Publishers Weekly
£9.55
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Yoshi and the Ocean
Book SynopsisLindsay Moore chronicles the remarkable true story of Yoshi, a loggerhead sea turtle who traveled an astounding 25,000 miles after being released from the aquarium that rehabilitated her.Trade Review“Yoshi is a young, injured sea turtle found by Japanese fishermen more than twenty years ago. . . . Readers follow Yoshi as she prepares for her return [to the ocean] . . . Moore uses scientific knowledge to describe Yoshi’s travels from Cape Town to the Indian Ocean and beyond, ultimately ending on the western coast of Australia. . . . Yoshi’s incredible story, the collection of scientific information, and engaging illustrations will capture readers, encouraging inquiry and exploration through a sea turtle’s eyes.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “[A] striking homage to a tenacious reptile . . . Prose takes readers along on a rescued sea turtle’s dramatic 25,000-mile marine journey. Released with a tracking tag in 2017 after 20 years in a South African aquarium, Yoshi begins a record-setting migration that encompasses two oceans and a little over two years. . . . Expansive back matter includes a detailed map of the trip.” — Publishers Weekly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Oink Im a Pig An Interactive Mask Board Book with
Book SynopsisLook through the eyeholes to become your favorite farm animal! Hold the book up to your face and look through the die cut eyeholes to transform into a rooster, cow, chicken, horse, dog, pig, and farmer. Little animal lovers can mimic the sounds and let their imaginations run wild as they try out different animal behaviors.Trade Review“Oink! I’m a Pig and Roar! I’m a Dinosaur combine storytime and playtime…The chunky, durable pages will easily hold up to rough play…With their unique formats, cute illustrations, and catchy text, Oink! I’m a Pig and Roar! I’m a Dinosaur are both wonderful additions to little readers’ bookshelves.” — Ohioana Quarterly
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Building
Book SynopsisThis classic and beautifully illustrated picture book follows a family of beavers as they build their home.Trade Review"With a concise text and delicate, precise illustrations, this companion book to Cole's Nesting (2020) [follows] a pair of industrious beavers. Cole's fine gray-and-black line work depicts the beavers and their environment with graceful natural shapes defining the pond, the surrounding trees, and the animals. The use of color is minimal and all the more effective for it. A beautiful introduction to beavers as builders and creators of their environment." — Booklist (starred review) PRAISE FOR NESTING: "Robin's-egg blue highlights this account of an American robin family's year . . . [the] bright color contrast[s] arrestingly with [the] black-and-white surroundings. Cole varies the design from vignettes and panels to full- and double-page spreads. The relatively simple text, expressed in short sentences, is very accessible, and the natural history . . . is accurate. Aimed at a younger audience . . . this conveys essential information. Beautiful, informative, and appropriate to the audience." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Cole’s fine-line drawings—black-and-white, with occasional washes of robin’s-egg blue—use short, agitated lines and layered hatching to richly render the birds’ world." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Scenes of incredible detail and beauty. Though considered fiction, everything in this story is true to nature, which is unsurprising considering Cole’s past as a science teacher. He uses limited but smoothly written text to describe a year in these robins’ lives. The arresting artwork is large enough to share in a group setting, but youngsters will also want to pore over its many details." — Booklist (starred review) "Cole’s nature sketches reveal a keen eye and hand. A stellar offering. Nature lovers of all ages will enjoy this beautiful, informative book." — School Library Journal (starred review) "Cole illustrates a pair of robins, employing gentle black-and-white crosshatching and one dramatic pop of color: the signature deep robins’-egg blue of the eggs. Uncomplicated language describes the nesting process, while illustrations both mirror and extend the text. [A] solidly scientific account." — Horn Book Magazine
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc I Was Born a Baby
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewScott’s digitally rendered critters are wide-eyed and full of personality, and scenes vividly capture the absurdity afoot, echoing Fleming’s rhythmic prose, which emphasizes the silliness of language and introduces vocabulary-building terms. — Publishers Weekly Cool and informative. — Booklist This clever book is STEM for the smallest set of readers, and kids will not only enjoy a new adventure but will learn the real names of baby animals—so cute! — tinybeans.com
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Deep End
Book SynopsisCome along on an underwater adventure in The Deep End, an informative and hilarious nonfiction picture book by author-illustrator Drew Sheneman, that teaches kids everything about the deep blue sea!Ahoy, mateys!
£15.30
HarperCollins Publishers Inc What Do You Do with a Tail Like This Bilingual
Book SynopsisIn this beautiful Caldecott Honor picture book, now available in a bilingual English/Spanish edition, Steven Jenkins and illustrator Robin Page explore the many amazing things animals can do with eyes, ears, mouth, noses, feet, and tails. Young readers will relish the mystery behind this interactive guessing book.A nose for digging? Ears for seeing? Eyes that squirt blood? Turn the page to find out which marvelous animal these attributes belong to.With six full spreads illustrated in cut-paper collage and an end glossary with even more fantastic facts, readers will learn about species of birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, mammals, and arthropods.Arresting details and visual surprises abound in this nonfiction picture book that will stir the imaginations of readers young and old.This nonfiction paperback is a great book for bilingual families and children, or anyone wanting to learn Spanish or English.
£9.49
HarperCollins How to Dig a Hole to the Other Side of the World
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£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tornadoes
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Crocodiles Alligators
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HarperCollins Volcanoes
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Volcanoes
Book SynopsisRead and find out about volcanoes in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Volcanoes are one of nature''s great wonders. For years, they can stand dormant, but once active, they can erupt in tremendous explosions of power.Marc Simont''s fascinating illustrations and colorful maps denoting volcano locations around the world are beautifully paired with Franklyn Branley''s clear, simple text.This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It''s a Level 2 Let''s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics<
£8.76
HarperCollins Publishers Inc In the Rainforest
Book SynopsisTrade Review"In this appealing picture book, two children tour a rain forest, while their friendly guide fills them in on matters such as leaf-cutter mounds, epiphytes, rainfall, and forest layers. Like the original Magic School Bus books, this upbeat volume offers information through clearly written paragraphs of text, characters’ comments in speech balloons, and illustrated fact boxes. An inviting book that conveys concepts simply and effectively. This informative volume from the dependable Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out science series offers an uncommonly readable introduction to rain forests. Instructions for making a terrarium are appended." — Booklist (starred review)
£8.76
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Wild Babies
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