Walters, Eric
Summary: Thirteen-year-old Sam and her father scrape by caring for rescued elephants until an offer comes through that may not only save the sanctuary, it may also restore an extinct species. Includes facts about woolly mammoths and cloning.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Clarion Books/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2018
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Summary: After losing her mother, shy Natumi is rescued by a team from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an orphanage for baby elephants. At the shelter, Natumi hides behind keepers' legs to watch the other elephants at the shelter. But soon, she meets several other orphans, and the eight of them play together in the surrounding bush. As the babies become closer and more like a real family, they...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2016
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Summary: "Welcome to the world of baby animals! Learn about the different types of baby animals, how and where they are born, and what their families are like"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2022
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Summary: "Follow the scientists, around the world and into their labs, who are studying animals and the germs that attack them"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bloomsbury Children's Books 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.5 MONKeppeler, Jill
Summary: Tarantulas are the hairy spiders of many people's nightmares. Piranhas are a type of fish known for their razor-sharp teeth and fierce bite. A battle between these two animals would certainly make for an interesting fight. Readers of this stimulating book will learn about habitats, adaptations, and many other factors that could help determine who the champion of such a match would be. Bright...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 595.4 KEPRaum, Elizabeth.
Summary: "Describes the people and events involved in the orphan trains. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspectives of a New York City newsboy, a child trying to keep his siblings together, and a child sent west on the baby trains"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 362.734 RAUPosada, Mia.
Summary: Study the picture and read the clues to figure which animal left each set of tracks.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Millbrook Press 2014
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE POSPatrick, Michael
Summary: Discusses the use of orphan trains to place orphaned or abandoned children in homes in nineteenth-century Missouri.
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Publisher / Publication Date: University of Missouri Press 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 362.734 PATChaline, Eric.
Summary: "...a beautifully illustrated book that uncovers the fascinating stories of creatures great and small. Each of the animals profiled has played a central role in the development of our world, and has greatly affected our lifestyle."--P. [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2011
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Summary: "A playful and informative nonfiction picture book about different tree holes and the amazing animals that inhabit them"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.56 STEDeGrazia, David.
Summary: By presenting models for understanding animals' moral status and rights, and examining their mental lives and welfare, the author explores the implications for how we should treat animals in connection with our diet, zoos, and research.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Oxford University Press 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 179 DEGPhillips, Roger.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Firefly Books 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635.931 PHIHowsare, Erika
Summary: In this masterful hybrid of nature writing and cultural studies, the author investigates our connection with deer, from mythology to biology, offering a unique and intimate perfective on a very human relationship while inviting us to contemplate the paradoxes of how we interact with and shape the natural world.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Catapult 2024
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Summary: Lions and Komodo dragons are both fierce carnivores, but pitted against each other, which would come out on top? The answer to that is up to the reader of this high-interest volume to decide. They'll be presented with loads of facts to help them choose which animal they think would win in a fight. This imaginative and informative book reinforces important elementary science concepts....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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Summary: "Animals adapt their behavior to the different phases of the moon"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Alfred A. Knopf 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE STEHofer, Charles
Summary: "The world is full of furry, cuddly-looking animals. They often seem harmless at first glance. But don't try to snuggle with these fuzzy creatures. Many of them can be very dangerous. Some have razor-sharp claws and teeth. Others are incredibly strong. Still others are poisonous or carry deadly diseases. Prepare to meet some of the world's cuddliest killers"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.5 HOFRau, Dana Meachen
Summary: "From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penguin Workshop 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 921 WHIAshman, Linda
Summary: "Step right up, animal lovers! It's your turn to judge in this poetic competition of superlative animal abilities. Structured as a guessing game competition, and told through deftly crafted persona poems, the book celebrates animals' standout qualities, from the biggest (blue whale) to the smallest (shrew), with all the favorite creatures (speedy cheetahs, long-necked giraffes) plus some less...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kids Can Press 2023
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Summary: "New York Times best-selling author and world-renowned primatologist Frans de Waal explores sex and gender in both humans and other animals. Though many scholars now argue that gender differences are purely a product of socialization, primatologist Frans de Waal illustrates in Different the scientific, evolutionary basis for gender differences in humans, drawing on his decades of experience...
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Publisher / Publication Date: W. W. Norton & Company 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 612.6 WAAGrandin, Temple
Summary: Author Temple Grandin is famous for her approach to decoding animal behavior. Now she extends her guidance to small-scale farming operations. Grandin's explanations of how herd animals think -- describing their senses, fears, instincts, and memories -- and how to analyze their behavior, will help you handle your livestock more safely and effectively. You'll learn to become an observer of animal...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Publishing 2017
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Summary: Introduces animals with ninja-like skills, including geckos, sea urchins, and the Atlantic sailfish.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Millbrook Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 591.47 JOHLeVert, Suzanne
Summary: "The African nation of Botswana has transformed from a British protectorate and one of the world's poorest nations to a republic with a growing economy. Readers are able to trace this journey with the help of detailed main text that highlights the geography, history, people, and culture of Botswana. Engaging sidebars provide additional information about important figures, sites to visit, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 968.83 LEVMoore, Mickey Golden
Summary: Since 2009, attendees of Beyond the Paw Print Pet Loss Support Group meetings have found validation of their grief as they shared their stories of love, loss, and lessons learned in a caring, judgment-free atmosphere. It has long been Dr. Golden Moore’s dream to share these stories with the larger community of animal lovers outside the circle of her pet loss support group. The 22 stories in...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Beyond the Paw Print Productions L.L.C. 2020