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1) The planets
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Language
English
Description
Since The Planets was first published in 1993, space exploration has resulted in many new discoveries. There has been the 2004 Mars Exploration Rover Mission, the discovery of at least forty-seven additional moons orbiting Jupiter, the discovery that the rings around Saturn are made of ice only, and more. The movements, locations, and characteristics of the nine known planets in our solar system.
4) Apples
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Language
English
Formats
Description
Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2011]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to snow and discusses topics such as different types of snowstorms, regions where snow falls, and how to prepare when a snowstorm approaches.
7) Dinosaurs!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Language
English
Description
Step back in time ... to the Age of the Dinosaurs! Dinosaurs ruled Earth for milions of years. Some were small and could run very, very fast. Others were big and covered with spikes and plates for protection. Some were huge and terrified other dinosaurs with their long, sharp teeth. In this newly revised edition, Dinosaurs! reflects paleontological discoveries made since its original publication in 2008, while still offering young dino-enthusiasts...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Alligators and crocodiles are the world's largest reptiles and the closest living relatives of dinosaurs. Here is information about their different physical characteristics, and how they live, mate, and raise their young. Crocodilians have been around for millions of years and are now endangered."--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 x 26 cm
Language
English
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Description
"Berries, apples, melons, and grapes; oranges, grapefruits, bananas?yum! This scrumptious picture book, a companion to The Vegetables We Eat, offers youngsters an inviting, information-packed cornucopia of favorite fruits. Gail Gibbons combines a clear, simple text with her signature paneled illustrations to present fruit facts galore: the parts of fruits, where and how they grow, harvesting, processing, where to buy them, and how to enjoy them as...
11) Thanksgiving is
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2004]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the history and customs of Thanksgiving.
12) Hurricanes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Young readers can learn how hurricanes are formed, how they are named and classified, and what to do if a dangerous storm is coming their way.
13) Ladybugs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2012.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Using simple text and colorful illustrations, this book describes the physical attribute, habits, and life cycle of the ladybug.
14) Easter
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[1989]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
28 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
Examines the background, significance, symbols, and traditions of Easter.
15) Groundhog Day!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2007]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Learn about groundhogs and their special day.
Author
Publisher
Little Brown & Co
Pub. Date
[2002]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
30 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Featuring a special section on how children can make a tree identification book of their own, this title is a bright and colorful introduction to trees, leaves, and their inner workings in nature.
17) Tornadoes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
Describes what tornadoes are, how they form, the scale used for classifying them, and what to do in case one approaches.
19) Volcanoes
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"A nonfiction primer on all thing volcanoes, including the different types of volcanoes, the work of volcanologists, and more"--
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2006]
Physical Desc
32 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Language
English
Description
The history of the holiday and all its fun festivities are presented in this easy-to-read tale filled with Valentine cards, candy hearts, flowers, and full-color illustrations. Valentine's Day is candy hearts, flowers, and chocolate truffles. It is Valentine cards galore. Most of all, it is a time to share with family and friends, and a time to give thanks for our loved ones. Gail Gibbons presents the history of this special holiday and shares what...
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