Gardner, Jane P.
Summary: "In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the features of tectonic plates, how they have shaped Earth's surface in the past, and how they could change Earth in the future. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about tectonic plates and their impact on our planet"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.1 GARGardner, Jane P.
Summary: "In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the features of supervolcanoes, how they have shaped Earth's surface in the past, and the possibilities of them changing the future of life on Earth. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about supervolcanoes and their impact on our planet"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.21 GAROlson, Elsie
Summary: This title tools, methods, discoveries, and careers in the Geology field. Accompanying the main text are activities from agate coasters to an underwater eruption. These crafts encourage readers to engage with what they learned, solidifying their new knowledge. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO 2024
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J507.8 OLSSayre, April Pulley
Summary: A love letter to the Earth shares striking photographic images from around the world that introduce such concepts as nature and science. Water, air, light. Patterns, curves, shapes, colors. Things that crawl, fly, float, run, bloom, ripen. Think of everything Earth gives us. What are you most thankful for? Includes notes from the author about related activities and resources.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SAYBrown, Don
Summary: Conveys the history of the Earth in humorous graphic novel format, from the big bang through continent formation, discussing how weather events and climate change continue to shape the landscape.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.7 BROOldham, Matthew
Summary: A great introduction for young children to ever-popular topics, with charming pictures and simple text perfect for reading and talking about with young children. Topics covered include Our World, Space, Science, My Body, Animals, Dinosaurs and Long Ago.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 032.02 OLDCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile Parent-Teacher Collection, Call number: J Teach EncyIyer, Rani
Summary: "Provides step-by-step instructions for activities demonstrating earth science concepts and explanations for the concepts presented"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550.7 IYETyson, Neil deGrasse
Summary: A companion to the celebrated scientist's popular podcast and National Geographic Channel series combines the subjects of his favorite talks with comprehensive facts, sidebars, and imagery.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 520 TYSGaneri, Anita
Summary: "Award-winning children's author Anita Ganeri takes curious kids who love learning to the most incredible locations in the world. This science book for kids includes breathtaking images and mind-blowing facts about our majestic home -- Earth! Turn the pages to discover natural wonders, stunning vistas and other jaw-dropping places from around the world. Over 100 far-flung locations around the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC 2021
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: This volume focuses on Earth's composition, including mineralogy and crystallography; igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic petrology; economic geology; and geochemistry. It investigates Earth's structure, which concerns geophysics, structural geology, tectonics, volcanology, and geodesy. Earth's surface features and processes are also explored. Historical geology, stratigraphy, paleontology,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in Association with Rosen Educational Services 2017
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1 available in Teen Display, Call number: YA 550 GEOHaelle, Tara
Summary: The Earth rotates on its axis, causing day and night, and revolves around the Sun, causing changes in season and weather occurrences
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rourke Educational Media 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 508.2 HAEErtimo, Laura
Summary: "Best friends Erica and Sven are tired of their parents' evasive answers about the weird weather people are witnessing all over the planet, so they decide to research what climate change is really about. With the help of fossil gremlins and climate fairies, they educate themselves on how, and if, we can slow it down. Why Does Climate Change? is accurate but hopeful graphic novel for young...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sky Pony Press 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.6 ERTRichardson, S. Thomas
Summary: "Introduction to Earth's continents using simple text, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 RICQuinlan, Julia J.
Summary: The ground beneath our feet feels sturdy and still, but Earth is actually covered in moving plates. These large plates make up the outer layer of Earth's surface and sit on top of another layer made up of molten rock. Borders between two plates are often the site of earthquakes and volcanoes. The plates can slide against each other, crash into each other, move apart, and even create mountains....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.1 QUICooper, John.
Summary: Information about various topics related to the earth forms the foundation for projects about earthquakes, volcanoes, fossils, gemstones, and more.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Pub. 2002
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 745.5 CoopeKalman, Bobbie.
Summary: Looks at such different types of landforms as coasts, rivers, lakes, islands, mountains, hills, valleys, plains, canyons, and caves.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Pub. 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.41 KALChancellor, Deborah.
Summary: Planet Earth introduces readers to our world as a planet, with its many biomes and creatures. Delve beneath Earth's surface and find out why volcanoes erupt and earthquakes shake the land, then look up into the atmosphere to identify different clouds. Explore Earth's coldest, hottest, driest, and wettest places, and find out what makes our planet truly unique.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kingfisher 2006
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Place a hold to request this item.Spilsbury, Louise
Summary: There's only so far people can go underground. Eventually, heat and pressure become too much, and scientists have to rely on technology to record information for them. Readers learn all about the latest science being done underground, including research on fossils and fossil fuels, volcanoes, soil, and more. From geology to seismology, several different kinds of science are discussed,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 SPICullis, Megan
Summary: This book will take young readers on a spectacular journey around the world, from the highest mountain peaks to the very bottom of the ocean. Full of fascinating facts, this book uses landscapes and illustrated maps to explain the wonderful secrets behind Planet Earth.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2019
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: "Have you ever wondered where Earth's water came from? Or why leaves change color in the fall? In their debut illustrated science book, the team behind the popular YouTube channel MinuteEarth answers all of your child's wackiest questions alongside engaging images of the natural world. Entertain and educate your kids with fun facts about animals, nature and the wonders of the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DragonFruit, an imprint of Mango Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 500 MINSummary: Combining studies of all the elements around us and how they interact, this book provides a history of the complex field of earth science, while highlighting core principles and concepts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 550 EARGibbons, Gail
Summary: "A nonfiction primer on all thing volcanoes, including the different types of volcanoes, the work of volcanologists, and more"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 2021
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Place a hold to request this item.Mills, Andrea
Summary: "This exciting introduction to Earth is brimming with explosive volcanoes, incredible habitats, and world-saving ideas. From Earth's inner core to the thinnest air at the edge of the atmosphere, get ready for a round-the-world adventure... Dig down and learn exactly what is under our feet. Investigate the workings of earthquakes and volcanoes. Learn how mountains are made and how rivers form....
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022