Spelman, Lucy H.
Summary: Updated and reviewed by experts in the field for the most accurate, up-to-date information, this reference book features 2,500 species, 1,000 photos, and more than a dozen maps. Includes fun facts such as the world's tallest animal, the longest living animal on Earth, and even the smelliest--it also contains new, "From the Field" reports highlighting National Geographic explorers working around...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Oversize, Call number: J 590.3 SPECopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J590.3 SPEBynghall, Steve
Summary: Enter the magical world of Pixar and learn all about your favorite characters - playful toys, brave bugs, big red pandas, sea monsters, and so much more!
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 791.43 PIXWoodward, John
Summary: From the ocean floor to rugged coastlines, sunlit waters to frozen seas, Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia explores and unravels the mysteries of our blue planet in fascinating detail. This all-encompassing book takes you into the heart of a breathtaking world. As well as exploring the dazzling array of marine life, there are thought-provoking features on how oceans formed, the rhythm of the tides,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2015
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J551.46 WOOFrederick-Frost, Alexis
Summary: You can grow a garden--and it's easier than you think! Will, Violet, and Basil must be the unluckiest students at the Garden Gnome Academy. They've been stuck with Mr. Butternut, the school's most unpopular (and unusual) teacher, Will and his friends have to learn about the soil and compost while their classmates get to study exotic plants and butterflies. Although things get a little messy...
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 635 FREDay, David
Summary: "An illustrated guide to the least-known period in Middle-earth's history, the Second Age. The lore and legends of this period are given life through hundreds of illustrations from artists who have studied Tolkien's work, and insightful commentary from David Day makes this a valuable addition to the shelf of anyone with a keen interest in exploring more of Tolkien's world"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Thunder Bay Press 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 823 DAYBeecroft, Simon
Summary: The definitive guide to more than 275 heroes, villains, aliens, and droids of the Star Wars galaxy The latest edition of this beloved title has been comprehensively updated to include new characters from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and both seasons of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Want to learn more about the Knights of Ren? Where is Padme Amidala from? How tall is Grogu? To learn the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 791.43 BEEMarquardt, Meg
Summary: Explore the world of insects, arachnids, centipedes, and millipedes with this illustrated encyclopedia of all things creepy-crawly.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Reference, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2023
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Summary: "The book examines the science behind everyday life -- how we power our homes, grow our food, and build machines that allow us to communicate with others and travel around the world. Featuring a wide range of scientific inventions and discoveries, from advances in modern medicine to groundbreaking ideas for saving the environment, SuperScience uncovers how science plays a part in every area of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2021
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Text and computer-generated illustrations present information about all the major types of dinosaurs as well as ancient fish, other prehistoric reptiles in the air or water, and early mammals. Includes fact-file sidebars and information about the latest fossil finds and breakthrough theories.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Discover an all-in-one encyclopedia that takes you on an explanatory tour of the world from your own body to outer space. Have you ever wondered how an email gets to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds or why it's a bad idea to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm? Discover the answers to all these questions and more with this mind-boggling books of facts. Each page...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 503 HOWYang, Yang
Summary: "As much as two hundred and fifty-three million years ago, the most incredible beasts roamed this earth. They ruled supreme on the land, under the water, and in the air for some one hundred million years before their time came to an end. Now, all these years later, we study their bones--and the earth's memory of their bones--to learn as much about them as we can. For years, humans have...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Brown Books Kids, [an imprint of] Brown Books Publishing Group 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Oversized, Call number: J 567.9 YANBryan, Kim
Summary: "This comprehensive children's encyclopedia is a treasure trove of facts, showing you the world one object at a time. From animals to the internet, and from pandemics to global warming, this children's encyclopedia is packed with everything you need to know. Explore galleries of intriguing objects on a range of topics, from plants to space, and from sports to ancient civilizations. Whether it...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley Limited 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 032 BRYCowsill, Alan
Summary: Comprehensive guide to the characters of Earth's mightiest Super Hero team, including more than 200 heroes and villains. It is packed with detailed information on each character's history, stats, abilities, and power ranks, and has been updated to cover new events in the Avengers' world. -- adapted from back cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2021
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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
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Summary: "This early encyclopedia introduces readers to many different shark species. From the massive whale shark to the fierce great white, every shark is special in its own way. This book highlights each shark's appearance, behavior, and range. It also features a chart showing the ocean depths in which the animal can be found. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J597.3 VENHokkanen, Mirka
Summary: "Discover how seeds spring into action! As winter warms into spring, the amazing life cycle begins--seeds root and sprout and start to grow. From tiny carrot seeds to big avocado seeds and everything in between, discover what seeds can do in this pitch-perfect picture book for younger readers. With clear, informative text and bright, charming illustrations, as well as lots of hilarious...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Odd Dot 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 581.4 HOKSummary: Read up on fantastic facts and study more than 50 picture quizes with three levels of difficulty. The challenge gets harder as you work your way from Starter, to Challenger, and Genius category.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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Summary: "Super Shark Encyclopedia uncovers the secrets of the oceans by exploring a remarkable array of 80 sharks and other sea creatures -- from Barrel Shrimp to Blue Sharks, Starfish to Bat Fish, and Hammerhead Sharks to Sandtiger Sharks, plus surfing penguins, deep-sea monsters, rays, eels and more. Packed with jaw-dropping facts about animal behavior and anatomy, new x-ray artworks utilize...
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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Summary: "Put the fun back into learning and take children on a number-crunching journey around the animal kingdom. From colossal mammals to tiny insects and everything in between, learn all about your favorite animals with more than 1,000 weird and wonderful numbers"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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Summary: Dinosaurs continue to fascinate kids, and although these amazing creatures roamed the Earth ages ago, new dinosaur discoveries are still being made today! The new edition of the popular Ultimate Dinopedia includes all the latest species and is the most complete, up-to-date dinosaur reference available. Find favorites, like the fierce T-rex and the gentle Brontosaurus, plus audacious new finds,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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Summary: Welcome to the wonderful world of chickens! This beloved barnyard bird is full of surprises. Did you know some chickens are so small they can perch in the palm of your hand, and others have feathers that look like a beard? Chickens can learn to count up to four and have excellent hearing--many even like to listen to music! Chickenology takes young readers on a fascinating and informative tour...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Princeton Architectural Press 2021
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Summary: This exciting book for children is packed with fun facts about a range of popular sports such as football, karate, badminton, and skiing, as well as ones you might never have heard of like biathlon or cheese rolling. Whether you're a fan of team sports, winter sports, water sports, extreme sports, and even board games such as chess and go, this book has it all. My Encyclopedia of Very Important...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.03 HAWPeet, Rosie
Summary: Learn to be a Ninja with Master Wu and the heroes of Ninjago! This fun LEGO NINJAGO book teaches children all about their favorite Ninja heroes--their training, weapons, skills, and amazing Spinjitzu powers. Kids will discover Kai, Nya, Lloyd, Jay, Cole, and Zane's newest adventures in this book for children learning to read.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2020
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Summary: The first recorded engagement by a steam-powered warship took place on a river in 1824 when the Honourable East India Company's gunboat Diana moved into action on the Irrawaddy River in Burma. In the 150 years that followed, river gunboats played a significant part in over forty campaigns and individual actions. River gunboats proved to be the decisive factor in river campaigns of the American...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Naval Institute Press 2018