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Ever since men first hunted for honeycomb in rocks and daubed pictures of it on cave walls, the honeybee has been seen as one of the wonders of nature: social, industrious, beautiful, terrifying. No other creature has inspired in humans an identification so passionate, persistent, or fantastical.
The Hive recounts the astonishing tale of all the weird and wonderful things that humans believed about bees and their "society" over the ages. It ranges...
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In the wild, Billie would have been free to wander the jungles of Asia surrounded by family. Instead, she was captured as a baby and shipped to America. For decades Billie crisscrossed the country, dazzling audiences while suffering daily neglect and abuse. Told against the backdrop of a glittering but brutal circus world, this is the story of elephants in America, the Elephant Sanctuary, and one resilient elephant who defied the system.
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From their big eyes to their long necks, baby giraffes are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos, (human) babies will reach for “Hello Baby Giraffe!” again and again. From their big eyes to their long necks, baby giraffes are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos,...
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"Insects have been shaping our ecological world and plant life for over 400 million years. In fact, our world is essentially run by bugs -- there are 1.4 billion for every human on the planet. In Bugged, journalist David MacNeal takes us on an offbeat scientific journey that weaves together history, travel, and culture to explore our relationship with these mini-monsters."--Jacket.
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IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Quack, moo and neigh along to this riotous cumulative song that features animals of all shapes and sizes. Inspired by a folk tale from Chile, this classic Barefoot Books singalong story introduces children to animals and their babies, and teaches how to count up to 16 in multiples of 2.
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From their furry ears to their furry tails, baby bears are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos, (human) babies will reach for “Hello Baby Bear!” again and again. From their furry ears to their furry tails, baby bears are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos,...
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From their furry ears to their furry tails, baby bears are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos, (human) babies will reach for “Hello Baby Bear!” again and again. From their furry ears to their furry tails, baby bears are so cute! Discover more about these adorable animals with your own adorable little one. Filled with fun sound words and sweet photos,...
8) The Zoo Book
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First published in 1926. About the London Zoo, a century ago. Fascinating read. Absolutely astounding how times have changed, totally casual attitude to zoo animals dying during capture and transport. You were allowed to feed the animals. Good photos.
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Get the Summary of Abigail Tucker's The Lion in the Living Room in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Lion in the Living Room" by Abigail Tucker explores the complex history and evolution of domestic cats, tracing their journey from prehistoric predators to beloved household pets. The book delves into the natural history of cats, examining their anatomy, diet, and solitary hunting behaviors that have persisted...
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About a little black pug and his adventures across the country. He is a fish out of water, but he never lets that stop him from having a good time. The pug was on a mission to find his parents, and he met all sorts of interesting characters along the way. From hiking through mountains to exploring big cities, this pug's journey was full of excitement and surprises at every turn. It was a heartwarming story that left me feeling inspired and uplifted....
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture. Join Patrick the raccoon, Cody the giraffe, and Lily the monkey on a thrilling adventure in this enchanting children's fairy tale! Tired of their mundane lives in the zoo, the trio, along with their animal friends, hatch a daring plan to escape to the jungle. As they embark on a journey full of excitement and challenges, they discover...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture. Join Princess Adeline, the deer princess who lived peacefully in the forest with her parents, as she embarks on a magical adventure in 'Adeline and the Enchanted Forest'. When the evil shaman Edgar casts a spell on the forest creatures, causing them to forget their royal rulers, Adeline must rely on her courage and determination to...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture. Once upon a time, there was a girl named Alexa who loved all things magical and often read books about witches. One day, she stumbled upon an ancient book by the old witch Leona. The book contained a warning that only Leona could possess it, or it would unleash terrifying spirits into the real world. That very night, Alexa had nightmares...
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To really bond with our much-loved dogs, we need to understand what they're trying to tell us
From the position of their ears to the wag of their tails, dogs are skilled communicators and they're eager to let us know how they feel. While we mostly rely on words to express ourselves, dogs mainly talk to us, and each other, through a series of facial expressions, body language, and doggie behavior.
This beautifully illustrated book of canine communication...
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This is the first book in the Mary's Yard series which describes Mary's adventures in her backyard. Mary loves experiencing the many adventures she finds in her backyard with animals, insects, and nature, that change daily. In this first book in the Mary's Yard series, Mary plays in her backyard and has close attentive interactions with a grasshopper and a butterfly.
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Meet Benny, the affable Water Buffalo eager to share his captivating life story with you! Dive into the exciting tale of Benny, a delightful Water Buffalo flourishing in his natural setting. With eagerness to entertain his little buddies with buffalo stories, Benny joyfully stomps his feet and sets off on his adventure to share ten amazing facts. Your young reader will uncover fascinating details about these majestic animals; their playful antics...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture.Layla and Zoe: A Magical Friendship in the Forest is a enchanting children's fairy tale that follows the adventures of Layla, a curious girl who stumbles upon the extraordinary ladybug Zoe in the depths of the forest. Zoe, with her shimmering glow and mystical aura, captivates Layla's heart as she learns the ways of the tiny creature's...
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Children's Book in rhyming story for kids from 3 to 8 years. Tale in verse. 60 pages with text and colorful picture.Once upon a time in a quaint village, there lived a brave Scotty dog named Scout and his loyal master, Lieutenant Grayson. Together, they embarked on a thrilling adventure when they joined the army and were assigned to guard the border between Texas and Mexico. Through rigorous training and unwavering determination, Scout and Lieutenant...
19) Pandora
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IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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"Pandora the fox lives alone in a junk yard. She's depressed and has no contact with the outside world. Then, she rescues a blue bird. As she nurses him back to health, the bird collects seeds and trinkets for her. One day, the bird grows strong enough to fly away, but the garden seeds he brought begin to transform Pandora's landscape"--
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Curious, cute, and seriously quirky, cats are a conundrum wrapped in fur. Do you want to learn more about your feline friends?
Often a confusing mixture of affectionate and aloof, spending much of the day snoozing yet being right there where a can of food is opened, cats are the definition of unknowable-or are they? Some things you may not have known about your cat:
• Cats have a reputation as discerning eaters but they actually have very few...
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