{"product_id":"one-single-species-9780997007749","title":"One Single Species","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan one single species change an entire ecosystem? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearn the answer in Susan E. Quinlan's new book: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Single Species: Why the Connections in Nature Matter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e which tells\u003c\/strong\u003e the story of Dr. Robert T. Paine's landmark ecological research on ochre sea stars.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe beautiful illustrations in this remarkable explanation of one of the most important ecological studies of the 20th century really helps to bring the rocky intertidal ecosystem of the NW coast alive.  Science teachers will find this book particularly useful.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e Victoria Jordan, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eMiddle School Science Teacher, Colorado State University Teacher-in-Residence, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eNational Science Teacher\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003es Association Distinguished Teacher 2016\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough clear text and vivid, colorful artwork, \u003cem\u003eOne Single Species\u003c\/em\u003e reveals the story of Paine's important and creative research, along with his surprising findings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou will\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover a host of curious creatures that live in the rocky intertidal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn that scientific research begins with careful observations and a question\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow along as a renowned scientist designs a clever field experiment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe surprised by the striking results of his study\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop a deeper understanding of the ways all of nature is tied together\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat a vibrant resource for young people to learn the vital role of a keystone species in an ecosystem!  I would use this book with learners of any age, even with adults new to environmental learning, as the beautiful artwork and succinct, accurate text clearly convey a rather abstract concept.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e Janet Carrier Ady, Ph.D., \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eEnvironmental Educator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis intriguing book brings ecological science to life and inspires you to look more carefully for connections in the natural world. With interesting examples of interconnections among varied species around the world, One Single Species helps develop an appreciation of nature's remarkable complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne Single Species is a gem, in its clearly written text and revealing art.  This book will be useful in STEM programs, and there is nothing quite like it in school libraries. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaurence Pringle, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eAuthor of 120 books for children\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raven Mountain Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49528717050199,"sku":"9780997007749","price":18.04,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780997007749.jpg?v=1731872709","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/one-single-species-9780997007749","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}