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Author
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
viii, 149 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated exploration of the principles, laws, and wonders that rule our universe, our solar system, our world, and our daily lives from the bestselling creator of Lost in Translation." --
3) Tennessee
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the geography, government, history, and culture of Tennessee.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Formats
Description
A dynamic, experiential, and intimate portrait that explores the many sides of the legendary Southern city and country music capital. Celebrates Nashvillians' beloved locales and events, both established and new, that are the heart of the city's character. Includes more than 150 black-and-white and color photographs.
7) Utah
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps, portraits ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the geography, government, history, and culture of Utah.
9) Washington
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the geography, government, history, and culture of Washington state.
10) Bald eagle
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The bald eagle is the national symbol of the United States, but the bird almost disappeared from North American skies. Bald Eagle explores how the species was once threatened by hunting and pollution, explaining how public awareness and scientific efforts have helped keep these iconic birds soaring. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
11) West Virginia
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Details the geography, government, history, and culture of West Virginia.
12) Gray wolf
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
48 pages : chiefly color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
People around the world and throughout history have feared wolves. This fear nearly led to the gray wolf's extinction in the United States. This book explores how this fierce predator came under attack, and how conservationists are working to change people's attitude toward the species.
13) Humpback whale
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
48 pages : chiefly color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Humpback whales use unique songs to communicate throughout the world's oceans. But whaling and other threats almost silenced humpback whales completely. This book describes the characteristics of these animals and how bans on whale hunting and other efforts have helped save this distinctive species.
14) Amazing mammals
Author
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 19 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Introduces the reader to amazing animals."--
15) Everglades
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education, Creative Paperbacks
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edtion.
Physical Desc
22 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A young explorer's introduction to Florida's Everglades National Park, covering its wetlands landscape, plants, animals such as West Indian manatees, and activities such as boating"--
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Edition
First American edition.
Physical Desc
360 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 31 cm
Language
English
Description
Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, this authoritative guide chronicles America's fight against Communism in southeast Asia during the 1960s and 1970s, and comprehensively explores the people, politics, events, and lasting effects of the Vietnam War. Honoring those who served in the war at home or abroad, the inside covers of this book feature images of submitted photographs of Vietnam veterans. Filled with more than 500 photographs,...
18) Amazing animals
Series
Publisher
Guinness World Records
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
215 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Whether it's a selfie-taking monkey, a skateboarding dog or a weasel flying on a woodpecker, the world can't get enough of crazy animal stories. Guinness world records: amazing animals is the perfect opportunity to paws for thought and celebrate the incredible creatures that steal our hearts!"--Back cover.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Edition
[Revised edition].
Physical Desc
496 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
An illustrated reference for expectant parents explains in intricate detail every stage of a pregnancy, in a comprehensive resource that also covers labor, birth, and life with a new baby.
20) Grizzly bear
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
48 pages : chiefly color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Grizzly bears are powerful animals that eat a wide variety of foods. When people started living closer to grizzlies, the two species clashed. This book investigates the complex relationship between the bears and humans and how conservationists are using engineering and technology to restore the grizzly population.
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