Children’s / Teenage general interest: Sounds of nature and the natural world

Book SynopsisBark up the right tree with a dog baby book and journal for your favorite canine companion! You''ve just brought home the most adorable puppy or adopted a rescue dog who needs a loving home. What could be better than keeping a record of all the firsts, milestones, stories, and pictures of your canine companion? Now, with My Dog Book, you''ll be able to write down and share all of the special memories you make with your adorable pup as well as keep track of all the important dates and facts about your favorite pet. Like a baby book but for your best furry friend, and complete with whimsical illustrations throughout, this is the gift for the young dog lover or new pet owner.

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Book SynopsisLearn about looking after cats with this heart-warming story.

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Book SynopsisFrom British Shorthairs to Maine Coons and everything in between! Find out all about 35 different breeds of cat - Siamese, Russian Blue, Ragdoll Turkish Van and many more - in this beautifully illustrated and annotated first guide. Includes a fun spotter''s chart to fill in!

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Book SynopsisLets you discover how helping dogs are trained to aid their handlers in leading independent, happy lives. This book contains stories that explain how a guide dog can lead a blind person safely across a car-filled street, a hearing dog alerts his deaf handler to her crying baby, and a service dog helps a person in a wheelchair prepare for bedtime.

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Book SynopsisHunting and herding dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Some have a natural ability to do their work, but training with humans is also important. This book teaches you about how a miniature dachshund forces a rabbit into the path of his hawk-hunting partner, and how the well-trained dogs of Deer Search, Inc track wounded deer.

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Book SynopsisBased on a little-known tale from Abraham Lincoln’s childhood, this charming picture book written by debut author Shari Swanson and illustrated by acclaimed artist Chuck Groenink tells a classic story of a boy, his dog, and a daring rescue.Deeply researched and charmingly told, this is the true story of one extra-special childhood rescue—a dog named Honey.Long before Abraham Lincoln led the nation or signed the Emancipation Proclamation, he was just a barefoot kid running around Knob Creek, Kentucky, setting animals free from traps and snatching frogs out of the jaws of snakes.One day, young Abe found a stray dog with a broken leg and named him Honey. He had no idea that the scruffy pup would find his way into Abe’s heart, become his best friend, and—one fateful day—save his life.Whether shared at home or in the classroom, this is a good choice for young readers interested in true stories of U.S. presidents.<

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Book SynopsisFinally, when Sam reaches her favorite place and confirms that all is well, she heads back home, climbs onto a cozy bed, and falls asleep. An ideal read-aloud for classrooms and libraries, Mapping Sam features a page of background information, as well as various maps and map terms throughout.Trade Review“First readers explore a neighborhood map of the feline’s initial travels before embarking on a journey that will take them to the edge of the universe and back...An eye-catching introduction to maps, charts, and diagrams for the youngest of cartographers.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “The flow of the story is smooth, and the introduction of each new piece of cartography feels organic. Hesselberth’s artwork...is clear and will show well in large groups. ...A winning choice for just about anywhere that’s on a map.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “After Sam the cat’s family is asleep, she slips out the back door. Where does the orange tabby go? With the help of a map, children see her path. Hesselberth uses this opportunity to explain the purposes of maps and their characteristics. ..Sam takes mapping in many delightful directions.” — ALA Booklist “For kids who like their days filled with observation and information, this cozy nocturnal adventure may be their ideal bridge to bedtime.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

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Book SynopsisEmmy-winning New York Times bestselling author Jill Twiss delivers the tale of President Biden’s friendship with Major, the first shelter dog in the White House.

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Book SynopsisThis rollicking rhyming picture book by Kersten Hamilton, What''s Up, Pup?, features lively illustrations from Lili Chin, and explores all the ways that dogs express themselves, perfect for pup lovers of all ages.Dogs are communicating with us all the time?even without words, they can tell us that they want to play, get scritches, or say I love you! From sniffers and ears to muzzles and rears, from tail wags to tongue flicks and everything in between?what is your pup trying to say? Maybe, if you watch very closely . . . you''ll see your pup talk!

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Book Synopsis'A wonderfully fresh and funny story about a dog who knows how to have a fabulous time at home' Axel Scheffler

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Book SynopsisPerceptive and engaging—essential reading for anyone seeking greater understanding of their four-legged best friends.—Kirkus, starred review.Featuring fun illustrations and easy how-tos from animal expert Dr. John Bradshaw!Uncovering the secret lives of pets, Dr. John Bradshaw invites young readers to learn more about their closest companions: their dogs! Told from the point of view of Rusty the Terrier, this lively, illustrated book gives kids a front-seat view to the everyday lives of dogs, sharing lessons and growing children into the best pet owners they can be.

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Book SynopsisWith fun illustrations and easy how-tos, animal expert Dr. John Bradshaw teaches kids how best to care for and understand their best friends: their cats.Uncovering the secret lives of pets, Dr. John Bradshaw invites young readers to learn more about their feline friends. Told from the point of view of a cat named Libby, this lively, illustrated book allows kids to follow her for a day and learn more about cats, their likes, dislikes, and everything in between, growing children into the best pet owners they can be.Trade Review"A winning combination of enlightening facts and practical advice for young pet owners."—Kirkus (starred review)

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Book SynopsisLaugh and learn with fun facts about humankind’s best friend—dogs!—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring The Cat in the Hat. “I’m the Cat in the Hat, and today we will go to the Short-Shaggy-Tail-Waggy Super Dog Show!” The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! In this doggone fun book, readers will learn about: •       the wide variety of dog breeds•       their amazing bodies and senses•       the growth stages of puppies•       and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, If I Ran the Dog Show also includes an index, g

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Book SynopsisBecome an eyewitness to the fascinating lives of cats from fearsome felines to pampered pets.From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more. This essential guide explores common cat characteristics and features iconic members of the cat family – find out why male lions have manes and how stripes on a tiger’s coat help it to hunt. Introducing a much-loved pet alongside its wild family members in the animal kingdom. Read fascinating myths and legends of cats through history, view cat artifacts from ancient civilizations around the world, and learn how to identify domestic cat breeds as well as how to care for your pet. Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with

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Book SynopsisLearn about the delightful wagging-tail world in this exciting guide to dogs and puppies.Every young dog and puppy fan will be drooling over the pages of this wonderful dog treasury for hours of delight! Learn everything there is to know about our furry friends in this adorable book of dogs for children, including their body language, what they are dreaming about, and what they are trying to say to you.Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of over 50 different dog breeds, including well-loved favorites, such as the Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Great Dane, and more! This book for canine lovers is arranged into the different dog groups based on the jobs that they do, and is filled with colorful photos, fur-tastic facts, and bite-sized information. This adorable dog book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteris

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Book SynopsisFind out everything you could want to know and more about your favorite furry friends in It's All About... Cats and Kittens!From playful little kittens to curious cats, you can read about how they grow up, their super senses, different breeds, how to care for them, and so much more. Packed with colorful photos, cute illustrations, the latest bite-size facts, and a bonus audio download, this book has everything for kids who are smitten with kittens!It's All About... is a collectable series filled with up-to-date stats and facts about a wide range of hot topics, including animals, history, technology, natural habitats, and vehicles. Each book comes with a bonus audio download so children can take their book wherever they go, as well as a glossary that's perfect for teaching and learning.Check out the other titles in the It's All About... series and see if you can collect them all!

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Book SynopsisWith this adorable sticker book, kids will discover a fun and hands-on way to learn about dogs. Find out all about dog breeds by seeing their individual groups: perfect pets, service dogs, hunting dogs, and more! See them play, snuggle, and cuddle. Each Ultimate Sticker Book presents an array of colorful, photographic stickers of baby animals or dinosaurs, the US Presidents or the night sky–there's something for everyone. Young children will love working with these durable, reusable stickers, and they can have fun using the stickers to make picture books and projects on their own. These entertaining books provide a hands-on way to explore new subjects. (And some of the stickers even glow in the dark!) Includes over 60 full-color, self-adhesive stickers.

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Book SynopsisAdvanced young readers can embark on the world of dogsled racing in this exciting book. Do you have what it takes to be the leader of the pack? Join the mushers as they brave snow and ice. Learn the history of this fascinating sport and meet tons of brave dogs!  Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!

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Book SynopsisIf you have a new dog companion—or want to adopt one—here’s a story full of facts that tells you everything you need to know.There’s nothing more exciting than getting a dog! Join Sophie’s new human family as they prepare their home for her and introduce her to life as a beloved pet. Follow along as they learn about bedding and bowls, treats and training, walks and washing—and even an unexpected dog show! Factual notes run alongside the simple story, offering tips that will help turn tentative dog adopters into doting experts.

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