Summary: This 2016 follow-up to the 2006 documentary mini-series "Planet Earth" examines the natural features and wildlife found in various parts of the world, each of the six episodes corresponding to a different category of natural or man-made terrain (e.g., island, mountain, jungle, urban area, etc.).
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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3 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV PLAWhite, Nancy
Summary: When Arnold finds a small foxlike animal with huge ears, he and the rest of Mrs. Frizzle's students search for the animal's habitat, visiting the Arctic, the North American temperate forest, the African grasslands, the Amazon rain forest, wetlands, and desert.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2000
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1 available in J Non Fic Series, Call number: J 591.3Summary: Join Martin Kratt and Chris Kratt as they meet amazing animals from around the world. With wild creatures and dastardly villains, Wild Kratts makes learning about animals and nature a fun-filled adventure!
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2017
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Summary: Take a trip around the world to discover the busy animals active during the day, and the magical creatures that come out at night in twelve unique habitats in this extensive exploration of the natural world. This book's fun flip-book format gives readers two books in one. Beginning with the daytime, children can explore the biodiversity of a huge range of landscapes. Readers can then flip the...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Words & Pictures, an imprint of Quarto Group 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 577 BRIHopgood, Tim
Summary: "Discover the great outdoors with this beautifully illustrated treasury that celebrates the wonder of nature in four glorious seasons. From vibrant springtime flowers to sweet fruits on summer trees, the falling of autumn leaves and snowdrops in winter, this book of four seasons is the perfect introduction to the big outdoors. Discover why birds fly south in winter, find animal footprints in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Candlewick Studio 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 508 HOPRelf, Patricia.
Summary: Based upon the animated TV series, this episode shows Mrs. Frazzle's class learning about animal habitats while searching for Wanda's escaped bullfrog, Bella.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 1995
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.5 RELRomero, Libby
Summary: "Children aged 7-9 can learn all about incredible natural features like Niagara Falls--and find out which North American waterfall is actually higher! Get to know the unique animals that live only in southern Florida. Find out which species can survive in Death Valley, the hottest place in the world. Full of amazing photographs and charming illustrations, this fascinating nature book is your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.97 ROMSummary: The Arctic and Antarctic remain the greatest wildernesses on Earth. The scale and beauty of the scenery and the sheer power of the elements, the weather, the rough ocean, and the ice is unmatched anywhere else on our planet. tells the compelling story of animals such as the wandering albatross, the adelie penguin, and the polar bear, and paints a portrait that will take your breath away, at a...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: BBC Video 2012
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV FROSimpson, Tonya
Summary: "This gentle picture-book lullaby, in both Plains Cree and English, is a celebration of the plants and animals of the Prairies and the Plains and a meditation on the sacred, ancestral connections between Indigenous children and their Traditional Territories."--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE SIMSummary: Completing the Planet Earth trilogy, Planet Earth III explores the greatest habitats on our planet and the extraordinary animals that live in them. Filled with wonder and insight, Planet Earth III celebrates places and animals beyond our imagination. From the depths of the ocean to the most remote jungle, discover the planet's last great wild places and the astonishing strategies animals have...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2024
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Summary: "50 classic nature stories from Angela McAllister are brought to life with sumptuous illustrations from Hannah Bess Ross, making this an anthology to treasure for a lifetime and celebrating nature and getting outdoors. This beautiful book of stories takes readers on a journey with 50 tales, featuring themes of nature from all around the world. Sit back, get comfortable and delve into this...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Frances Lincoln 2022
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Summary: From giant octopuses to spindly stick insects, there are around 100 things to spot on every double page of this book. Each beautifully illustrated puzzle shows a different part of the world, crammed with all types of creatures. A tropical rainforest, a dusty desert, a peaceful pond, and a shady woodland glade are all included, plus lots more. As well as providing countless hours of puzzle...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Pub. 2007
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.7 YOUGiraldo, Maria Loretta
Summary: "A tiny seed finds itself lost in the world, but with care from the Sky, Earth, and Sun it grows up to be a beautiful apple tree. When the tree meets a bird in need of help, it offers its branches as shelter and shows little readers the magic of being cared for and taking care. This comforting tale celebrates the harmonious relationship between birds and trees, reveals the quiet wonder of our...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Blue Dot Press 2022
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE GIRSummary: The makers of the Emmy Award(r)-winning series Life take viewers deeper than ever into the perilous and exhilarating drama humans share with every other animal on the planet, from the circumstances of birth and the struggle to reach adulthood, secure a home and find a mate, to the unpredictable challenges thrust on all creatures by the environment, enemies and even families.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV LIFKratt, Chris
Summary: The Kratt brothers travel the world learning about various animals, showcasing key science concepts along the way, and use their creature power suits to foil the plans of villains who would use the animals for monetary gain.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: PBS Distribution 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV WILSummary: A stunning 11-part series that captures rare action, impossible locations, and intimate moments with our planet's best-loved, wildest, and most elusive creatures.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: British Broadcasting Corporation 2007
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1 available in Documentary DVDs, Call number: DVD PLAFrancis, Sangma
Summary: "Beginning with a tiny trickle high in the mountains, smaller streams join until they form the world's largest river. Crossing a continent, it winds through lush rainforest until it meets the ocean. From snapping piranha fish to the giant anaconda, this mighty waterway is home to planet Earth's most incredible ecosystem"--Back cover
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Flying Eye Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Oversize, Call number: J 981 FRAWohlleben, Peter
Summary: "In this highly visual, fun, and interactive book, kids will get to know all sorts of animals, from birds and caterpillars in their own backyard, to grizzly bears in chilly Alaska, to puffer fish in the waters of Australia. Through a mix of at-home activities, facts, stories, and pictures,kids will learn: how to spot animal homes and follow their movements, how our actions impact animals and...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Greystone Kids, Greystone Books 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 590 WOHSummary: "Kids will learn what it means to take care of Earth and all of the life it supports with these fun and educational apps, interactive books, and activities. Create your own planet; build a green environment; learn about the importance of cleaning up trash; explore wildlife and different habitats."--
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2021
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1 available in JPT Launchpad, Call number: J LAUNCHPAD IMPBrooks, Felicity
Summary: "What makes it rain? Where do penguins live? How many oceans are there? Find out in this charming book and have fun doing quizzes and puzzles"--Back cover.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 508 BROHarris, Tim
Summary: "Take a captivating journey across the continent of South America to view the incredible array of plants and animals that live, hunt, and hide in South America's distinct habitats. Stunning photographs take you deep inside the Amazon rain forest, across the wide pampas grasslands, by spectacular waterfalls, and high up in Andean lakes"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Crabtree Publishing Company 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.98 HARVidal, Alexander
Summary: "Featuring stunning illustrations and immersive text and focusing on the individual characteristics of different regions across the country, this is the definitive nonfiction picture book about the wildlife of the United States, geared especially for young readers"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chronicle Books 2022
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Children are used to hearing about how important it is to protect nature, but they may not fully understand how the natural world can positively impact their emotional wellbeing. With that in mind, this book looks to show children how nature can be fun, uplifting, consoling and even offer companionship.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: The School of Life 2022