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Book SynopsisThis title provides readers with a compelling overview of storm rescues. Clear text, colorful photos, and helpful diagrams give readers an on-the-job look at what it's like to be a rescue worker.

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Book SynopsisThis title explores the advances engineers have made to better prepare for avalanches and landslides and to minimize their damage. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.Trade Review"This series offers solid definitions and explanations that will nicely complement elementary STEM collections."—Booklist

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Book SynopsisBlustery wind burns and shrieks Nibbles on my nose and cheeks For preschoolers, windy fall days mean excitement and play. Strong winds stimulate children and their surroundings, as though an invisible hand is shaking the world. Gentler breezes help plants scatter their seeds, set pinwheels in motion, and keep kite strings taut. But fiercer winds begin to sting the cheeks as they bring about a new season… In Windy Days, author Deborah Kerbel once again captures the magic of early childhood awe and wonder with rhyming couplets as light as a breath of fresh air. Illustrator Miki Sato’s unique tactile collage art pops off the page through its detailed use of hand-stitching and textural materials. Trade ReviewPraise for Windy Days 2023 Bank Street College of Education Best Children’s Books of the Year Selection 2023 Bank Street Library Margaret Wise Brown Best Board Books of the Year Selection 2021 Northern Lights Book Awards Winner – Board Book Category 2022 CCBC Spring Best Books for Kids & Teens Selection 2021 CBC Books "41 Canadian Picture books to watch for in fall 2021" selection “Kerbel follows the wind through the seasons, setting scenes with strong descriptive language in two-line verses… filled with movement and joy. A diverse cast of young children interact with the wind… in Sato’s wonderfully textured mixed-media collage illustrations that seamlessly match the scenes described… The concept of wind in all its varieties is explained simply and beautifully with just enough information for curious young readers.”—Kirkus Reviews “Kerbel and Sato's energetic picture book takes a closer look at just how alive the wind can be. Bouncy, perfectly rhyming couplets capture its varying nature, from gentle and steady to swirly and gusty… elaborate, meticulous cut-paper collage artwork depicts the motion of wind in fascinating vignettes that beautifully capture its movement, featuring cheery, softly rounded kids portrayed with just as much dynamic movement as the book's subject.”—Booklist “The suggested activities and vocabulary at the end of the book will encourage readers to find their own fun, just like the children in the book…An enchanting STEM title that will ignite the investigative scientist in young children.”—School Library Journal “There are many books about the concept of wind for early readers, but what makes Windy Days standout is the skillful artwork…a winning formula that celebrates and makes accessible the everyday happenings in our weather.”—CM Magazine “Toddlers will have fun reading about wind and autumn with this nicely illustrated, rhyming story featuring a book with a padded cover, rounded corners and thick pages.”—Metroland Media “It’s nice to see STEM activities listed at the end which can reinforce the understanding of the science…A great addition to story time or classroom study of weather for the preschool and kindergarten set.”—Youth Services Book Review “A lovely poem, WINDY DAYS is a fun way to begin to talk about the weather with toddlers and preschoolers. Intriguing textured illustrations and fun autumn scenes make this a great one for little ones to explore.”—YA Books Central “[T]his board book featuring collage art and descriptive language is a true joy.”—The Kid Lit Mama “A lovely poem, WINDY DAYS is a fun way to begin to talk about the weather with toddlers and preschoolers. Intriguing textured illustrations and fun autumn scenes make this a great one for little ones to explore.”—Olivia, Goodreads “Kerbel uses effective, rhythmic vocabulary to give her readers a real sense of the movement, power, and joy that wind provides. Miki Sato's gorgeous, mixed-media collage artwork perfectly matches the text and provides a glorious feeling of constant motion.”—Sal’s Fiction Addiction “Not only a lovely, gentle way to introduce concepts of weather to a young audience/young readers, but also, quite simply, a genuinely beautiful and clear rhyming story that gorgeously captures the childhood wonder in experiencing the natural world.”—Fab Book Reviews “This book just rolls off your tongue making it perfect to share as a read aloud with a big group of children. Readers will then be inspired to get outside and discover all of the things they can do in the wind.”—Storytime With Stephanie “When a picture book, a two-dimensional source, can evoke weather such that the reader feels the bite of the wind or the slash of the briskness of leaves against skin, it's doing something terrific. I may be able to feel the wind by just stepping outside right now but I'd much rather experience it through the text and paper collage of Deborah Kerbel and Miki Sato's latest collaboration.”—CanLit for Little Canadians “Rhythm, rhyme and alliteration make this an attractive toddler read….Bonus activities and information at the story’s end will especially appeal to parents and caregivers.”—Sherylbooks ““Windy Days”…captures the magic and beauty of autumn…. a perfect STEM primer for even the youngest of readers, with rhyming text guaranteed to keep readers engaged and curious throughout. Sato’s signature, collage-style illustrations are absolutely sensational….A fabulous fall frolic.”—@oliviathelibrarian “5 out of 5 stars….The collage art style is absolutely phenomenal….There are so many tiny details in each scene that I could spend several minutes looking at each page. I am literally in awe of this gorgeous art!... The text is simple, but enchanting….The text flows along naturally, and is a delight to read out loud!”—Luminous Libro

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Book SynopsisLearn everything about Planet Earth in 60 seconds! This book is packed with a huge amount of information about the planet we live on, broken down into fun, fascinating bite-size facts.Key earth sciences like geography, geology, ecology and natural history are clearly explained using colourful graphics and easy-to-follow text. Scattered throughout the book are 'Now Try This!' panels where readers can take their understanding even further by carrying out simple activities and projects. There's even a pullout wallchart to record their progress in each subject. Readers will learn everything there is to know about their planet in record time!

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Book SynopsisExplore the past, present, and future of the Great Barrier Reef. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.Trade Review“For report writers or for those who enjoy world records.” * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisUnearth our planet''s glittering treasuresa fascinating book of gems for kids 6 to 9 What do dusty old rocks have to do with the shiny, colorful jewels that you see in rings and necklaces? Everything! Set off on a journey inside Earth and learn the different ways our planet uses rocks and minerals to make gemstones. Discover how some grow in red-hot magma deep underground, while others are made by animals or plants, plus fun facts about their colors, shapes, uses, and more. You''ll even learn how to grow your own crystals with sugar and water! Gems for Kids includes: 25 Different stonesDig in to some of the world''s most rare, popular, and colorful gems, from amethyst and opal to pearl and ruby. The parts of a gemLearn how gems are classified by things like color, shape, streak, luster, and parent minerals, and what these properties mean about where the gem came from. Earth science basicsExplore the scientific principles behind how rocks form, how gems form inside them, and what makes them so valuable and beautiful. Rock hounds, get ready! It''s time to explore the incredible world of gems.

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Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.

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Book SynopsisOur Sticker Activity Books use engaging and fun activities to introduce children to concepts in science and geography. Each activity is carefully matched with learning goals to promote both enjoyment and understanding. Through stickering, coloring, mazes, and more, children develop a love of learning about their world.

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Book SynopsisNature's repeating patterns, better known as fractals, are beautiful, universal, and explain much about how things grow. Fractals can also be quantified mathematically. Here is an elegant introduction to fractals through examples that can be seen in parks, rivers, and our very own backyards. Young readers will be fascinated to learn that broccoli florets are fractals�just like mountain ranges, river systems, and trees�and will share in the wonder of math as it is reflected in the world around us. Perfect for any elementary school classroom or library, Mysterious Patterns is an exciting interdisciplinary introduction to repeating patterns.Trade Review★ "This fascinating exploration should awaken readers' powers of observation and appreciation for the intricacies of nature." —Publishers Weekly, starred review★ "Using clear text and outstanding color photographs, Campbell explores the concept of these unusual shapes. . . An afterword reveals more of Mandlebrot's background and work, which will be an inspiration to budding scientists/mathematicians." —School Library Journal, starred review"This beautifully designed volume is a useful resource and, apparently, the only children's book devoted to fractals." —Booklist"Through examples of what fractals are and what they aren't, this photo essay introduces a complex mathematical idea in a simple, inviting way. Using a straightforward text and eye-catching photographs, the Campbells start with the familiar: spheres, cones, cylinders--shapes readers can find and readily name in their environments. But then they move on to the more elaborate forms . . . For visual learners, this is a particularly accessible demonstration of an intriguing concept." —Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisUnearth the secrets of the mysterious giant stone statues on this tiny remote Pacific island.Easter Island, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean thousands of miles from anywhere, has intrigued visitors since Europeans first arrived in the 1700s. How did people first come to live there? How did they build the enormous statues and why? How were they placed around the island without carts or even wheels? Scientists have learned many of the answers, although some things still remain a mystery. Megan Stine reveals it all in a gripping narrative.This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations and a detachable fold-out map complete with four photographs on the back.

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Book SynopsisEngage children in exploring the world while learning important map skills and geography concepts! The fun cross-curricular activities in this award-winning full-color workbook integrate the most current geography standards and incorporate colorful learning activities with geography concepts. Ideal for home and classroom use.

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Book SynopsisThis is a clear, vivid text with charts and maps showing the positions of the constellations the year round.Trade Review"The Stars is the best book available for its purpose. It is also a brilliant example of the combined use of art and writing in bringing science to the layman." Saturday Review —

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Book SynopsisA study of the mountain regions of the world, showing how they were formed and how people have managed to live on and around them for thousands of years. Illustrated with full colour photographs. In the MULBERRY BOOKS series.

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Book SynopsisThis title provides a basic overview of wind and how it forms. Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a photo glossary make this title perfect for beginning readers.

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Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to the kinds of animals that live in the mountains. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect introduction to life in the mountains. This book also includes a table of contents, picture glossary, and index.

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Book SynopsisBeat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun!Kids will have fun collecting points in the countryside with more than 140 things to find. From trees and flowers to animals and insects, they'll learn all about life in the country. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge.With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone!For even more fun in the countryside check out the i-SPY In the Countryside Activity Book (ISBN 9780008392864).Trade Review“A fun, interactive way to encourage curious children to learn about the world around them.” – Parents In touch

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 16 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.What is the equator, where is it and how does it affect the people who live near it? Filled with fascinating photographs, this non-fiction information book by Angie Belcher explores the impact this invisible line' has on the people who live closest to it.Orange/Band 6 books offer varied text and characters, with action sustained over several pages.The focus sounds in this book are: /ai/ a, eigh /ee/ y, e-e e, ey /igh/ y /j/ ge, g /l/ le /z/ se /ch/ tch, t /w/ wh /v/ ve /c/ ch, t /s/ se /f/ phPages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book

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Book SynopsisTake on the i-SPY challenge with 50 things to do to get closer to nature!Kids will have fun collecting points with activities to enjoy nature and help look after wildlife.From listening to birds to rolling down a hill, making a hedgehog house to planting a tree, they'll learn all about the natural world along the way.As well as activities, it is packed with facts, photos and things to spot that i-SPY fans will love. Once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. Plus there are extra eco points to be scored for doing something to help the planet.For even more fun outdoors check out i-SPY Seaside Challenge (ISBN 9780008529789).Trade Review“A fun, interactive way to encourage curious children to learn about the world around them.” – Parents In touch

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Book SynopsisFans of Ada Twist, Scientist, will want to join Dr. Cosmic’s class of clever monsters as they face down snow, floods, and a dangerous thunderstorm when freak weather conditions threaten the school in the second book of the Mad Scientist Academy series.   Dr. Cosmic can’t wait to introduce the students to his latest invention, the CHAOS machine, designed to keep the school at the right temperature for learning. But when the machine starts to malfunction, causing extreme weather conditions, the students must use their upgraded handbooks to stop CHAOS before it destroys the entire school!   Join Dr. Cosmic’s clever class of monsters as they solve the greatest challenges in science, in this blend of adventure and exploration, perfect for Common Core and STEM.With outlandish situations rendering scientific concepts memorable, McElligott has concocted a winning formula for learning as entertainment.--

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Book SynopsisCaldecott-honor winning author-illustrator Steve Jenkins takes readers the top of the world in this breathtaking picture book about climbing Mount Everest. Take a trip to the highest peak in the whole world!Trade ReviewThe author-artist who gave us Biggest, Strongest, Fastest (1995) and What Do You Do When Something Wants to Eat You (1997) turns his attention to a slightly older audience in a picture book that takes readers on an armchair tour up the tallest peak on Earth. In preparation for the trek, Jenkins presents some background on Everest (including a brief comment on the ecological nightmare tourism has caused) and on some of the people who have scaled it. There's also a double-page spread devoted to climbing equipment. Then it's up to the top, complete with descriptions of some of the things climbers may see en route and some insight into how the cold and altitude will affect their bodies. Jenkins' papercut illustrations are extraordinary--feathery light to catch the effect of fog radiating off the mountains, mottled and striated to replicate rocky plateaus, pebbled to look like ice flowers. Booklist, ALA Mount Everest may be imposing, but Steve Jenkins takes its measure in a strikingly executed picture book. The cut-paper collage illustrations manage to show the grandeur of the world's tallest mountain with an immediacy that few photographs can. Using textured paper and only a little bit of airbrushing, Jenkins succeeds in the difficult task of creating realistic paper collages. The book follows a logical sequence, beginning with the statistics (where it is, how tall, how it was formed, how to get there, who climbed it first) and continuing with a virtual climbing experience for the reader: "It takes a lot of special gear to climb Mount Everest. Here is some of the equipment you'll need"-a spread displaying a delicious array of impressive rig. By the time we have reached the summit on the last spread, we have gained an understanding of the thrills as well as the immense hardships involved in this climb. Jenkins doesn't avoid details of frostbite and lost fingers, or even the visible litter of used oxygen canisters and frozen bodies of climbers who succumbed to the altitude and had to be left on the mountain. On nearly every spread there is an inset or sidebar providing additional infor-mation about glaciers and avalanches, the culture of the Sherpas, why climbers need oxygen, and other facts that are of interest but would break the forward motion of the main story. Exceptional design handles these bits of text remarkably well: the insets are clearly separate from the central spread, using a different background color and smaller type, while the torn paper edges of each sidebar allow it to become integrated into the spread. The subject matter-danger and heroism in a vast, breathtakingly beautiful setting-is inherently suited to a large, colorful picture book; the deft execution of the illustrations brings the whole package to a higher level. One of the pitfalls of using cut paper for realistic illustrations is the disappointing lack of realism in close-ups of faces, which require fine gradations of shading and color. The subject allows Jenkins to avoid this, since the climbers are most often seen completely covered up with scarves, hats, and sungoggles. Another potential difficulty can be depicting vapor and cloud realistically, but Jenkins makes full use of thin, wispy papers and deckle edges to create puffy clouds and blowing snow plumes. The book ends with illustrated back matter: a chart of the tallest summits on each continent, a list of Mount Everest facts and records, a few websites, and a bibliography. From start to finish, Jenkins has created a breathtaking tour-de-force. Horn Book "A breathtaking picture-book account of a climb to the top of Mount Everest. Jenkins (Hottest, Coldest, Highest, Deepest, 1998, etc.) documents each step of the way with vivid crushed-paper and cut-paper collages that will rivet viewers. He begins with a world map that shows the Himalayas, recounts efforts to measure the peaks, describes early expeditions, and includes the successful climbs of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Nor —

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