Levy, Janey
Summary: "Hippos and polar bears are both fairly large mammals that spend much of their time in water, but is that where their similarities end? Readers of this captivating book will find out the answer to that and many more questions as they imagine these two beasts battling it out. Colorful photographs and a dynamic page layout assist with the understanding of key elementary science concepts. After...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.63 LEVHofmann-Maniyar, Ariane
Summary: "Cuando la madre de Nieve dice que se mudarán a un nuevo y emocionante lugar, Nieve no está tan segura. Le gusta su casa y sus amigos, y la diversión que tienen juntos. El viaje dura una eternidad y su nuevo hogar es muy extraño. Todo es diferente: el clima, la comida, la gente y el idioma. Nieve intenta hacer amigos, pero todos parecen estar demasiado ocupados y preocupados como para prestarle...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Child's Play Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J468 SPANISH HOFEaston, Marilyn
Summary: "Sun bears and polar bears are both types of bears, but they are very different! Sun bears live in the warm rain forest and climb trees. Polar bears live in the chilly Arctic and swim a lot. Discover the many reasons why these bears are ... hot AND cold!" -- Back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.78156 EASRipley, Mark
Summary: Readers with inquisitive minds are guaranteed to enjoy this fascinating look at life science in action. Highlighting one of Earth s most popular animals, this book investigates the science behind the polar bear s unique adaptations. Each chapter is accompanied by vibrant photographs, which complement the text. Manageable language explains advanced concepts in an accessible manner. This...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.786 RIPWilliams, Lily
Summary: Explores what would happen if the sea ice melts in the far north of the globe, causing the extinction of polar bears, and how it would affect environments around the world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.786 WILCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Ecology WilliamsJohnston, Ginny.
Summary: Describes the first year of life of a polar bear born in captivity at the Atlanta Zoo.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Morrow 1985
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.974 JOHDavid, Erica.
Summary: "Diego needs to get two baby polar bears back to their mother. It's a big rescue, but he can do it with a little help from Dora, Baby Jaguar, Alicia, and you! Join Diego on his latest exciting adventure." -- [p. 4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon 2009
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Summary: "A boy is bored with research for his school report so he decides to visit the Arctic and learn about polar bears firsthand"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Amicus Illustrated 2015
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Summary: Contains facts about polar bears and grizzly bears, comparing such aspects as their sizes, brain structure, and abilities.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic 2010
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1 available in Beginning Readers - Transitional Reader (Blue), Call number: JBR BLUE PALThomson, Sarah L.
Summary: Learn about the life cycle of a polar bear.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Collins 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.786 THOBlack, Sonia.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Scholastic Inc. 2000
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Place a hold to request this item.Gibbons, Gail.
Summary: Watercolor illustrations and text provide information about how polar bears swim and hunt, how they keep warm and dry, and many other ways they adapt to their environment.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Live Oak Media 2014
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1 available in Multi-Media Kits, Call number: KIT J ORANGE POLMerritt, Robin Alice.
Summary: Describes where polar bears live and how the cubs are born and raised.
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Publisher / Publication Date: The Child's World 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.786 MERBright, Michael.
Summary: Discusses past and present treatment of the endangered polar bear and examines current efforts to protect it in its natural habitat.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gloucester Press 1989
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 599.74 BRIFeldman, Thea
Summary: "Did you know that polar bear fur isn't actually white? Or that polar bears often have twins, and clean their fur by rolling in snow? Readers will love learning about polar bears in this book that presents amazing facts in a highly visual way for young readers. A backmatter section dives into how climate change is affecting polar bear habitats and some things kids can do every day to help." --...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Simon Spotlight, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division 2020
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Place a hold to request this item.Gibbons, Gail.
Summary: Watercolor illustrations and text provide information about how polar bears swim and hunt, how they keep warm and dry, and many other ways they adapt to their environment.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Holiday House 2001
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Animals GibbonsRoome, Hugh
Summary: Did you know that polar bears have transparent fur that only looks white or that these giant carnivores are excellent swimmers? These top predators are also at risk due to climate change and loss of habitat. Learn fascinating facts like these and more all in the pages of this book!
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an Imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 599.78 ROOBodden, Valerie
Summary: This revised edition surveys key aspects of polar bears, describing the swimming Arctic mammals' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have short tails.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Creative Education and Creative Paperbacks 2020
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Summary: Describe the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of the polar bear.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Carolrhoda Books 2004
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Summary: Find out how polar bears eat, talk and sleep, among other interesting facts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2018
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1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN BOVRing, Susan
Summary: Polar bear babies wake up, learn to fish, swim, walk on the ice, and enjoy running.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2016
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JBR GREEN RINCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Beginning Readers - New Reader (Green), Call number: JBR GREEN RINBrian, Sarah Jane.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2000
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Animal BrianCasey, Dawn
Summary: "Little Bear is a lyrical retelling of an Inuit folktale, written by award-winning author Dawn Casey and radiantly illustrated by award-winning artist Amanda Hall. When a lonely old woman finds a polar bear cub with no mother of his own, she adopts him, and cares for him as he grows. The bear cub rides in her hood and sleeps by her side. But when he is wounded by hunters from another village,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wisdom Tales 2022