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Most people have some contact with small wild animals on a regular basis. Many people enjoy feeding wild birds and squirrels, but not all wild animals are friendly, and some are downright savage. Readers of this volume learn about some of the world's most aggressive animals, including some that may come as a surprise. The list of savage animals includes not only saltwater crocodiles, sharks, and bears, but also rhinos, elephants, and hippos. Age-appropriate...
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"The movie Finding Nemo introduced the general public to clown fish and their sea anemone homes, but there's so much more to learn about this relationship. For example, only 10 of the over 1,000 sea anemone species form mutualistic relationships with clown fish. Young readers will delight in learning about the relationship between these two endearing sea creatures. Accessible text highlights important science concepts."--publisher's website.
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"Who doesn't enjoy a beautiful flower garden, an orchard filled with fruit trees, or a lush green forest? But a surprising number of plants--often colorful, lovely ones--can be lethal. Readers of this engaging volume learn about some of Earth's deadliest plants, several of which are commonly found in gardens. They include oleander, rhododendrons, rhubarb, castor bean plants, and deadly nightshade. Age-appropriate text highlights important elementary...
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"Banyan trees are fig trees that are often known by another name: strangler figs. And there's a good reason for that. The seeds land on other trees and sprout there, sending down roots that slowly strangle the host tree. Readers of this absorbing volume will discover fascinating facts about this odd plant, including how it grows and its ecological importance. Age-appropriate text addresses important elementary science concepts, while colorful images...
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Plants grow in the ground, and their roots absorb from the soil the water and nutrients the plants need to grow, right? You'd be surprised. Some plants seem to possess secret powers. They don't grow in the ground. They grow on a host plant, but they're not parasites. They get the water and nutrients they need from rain, debris on the host plant, and even the air. These amazing plants are called epiphytes, or air plants. Readers of this fun and engaging...
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"Before people had cars, planes, and trains to take them places, they had steamboats. This important advance in transportation technology once astounded travelers and made the shipping of goods faster and easier than ever before. Readers of this...volume will discover just how significant the steamboat was, the technology that made it work, and why this mode of transportation could be dangerous and even deadly!" --publisher's website
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"When we think of flowering plants, we generally imagine those with a pleasant fragrance that draw bees to pollinate them. But some plants-such as dragon arum-are pollinated by flies. And flies prefer the smell of rotting meat to that of sweet nectar. Readers of this absorbing volume will learn fascinating facts about this strange plant, including what it looks like and where it grows, in addition to the reason for its awful odor. Accessible text...
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In this dynamic volume on a perpetually popular subject, budding paleontologists learn about a birdlike dinosaur in China, a fossilized dinosaur brain in England, and dinosaur feathers trapped in amber in Myanmar. They'll also come face-to-face with the largest dinosaur ever found, a reptile heavier than a Boeing 737, in Argentina. All of these amazing things have been discovered in just the past few years. Fossils are truly some of the most exciting...
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"The animal world includes many beautiful, colorful, and majestic creatures. But some of nature's creatures are pretty strange looking, even ugly, to human eyes. The naked mole rat belongs to this group of animals. Readers of this absorbing volume will discover fascinating facts about these strange-looking animals, who live in colonies organized like those of bees and ants and aren't actually moles or rats! Age-appropriate text highlights important...
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"Aye-ayes belong to the animal group known as primates, which includes not only humans, but apes and monkeys. Aye-ayes lack the majesty of a gorilla or the cuteness of a monkey. Aye-ayes are so strange looking they were originally classified as rodents. Readers of this absorbing volume will discover fascinating facts about these odd animals, who have big eyes, enormous ears, and elongated fingers, and who use echolocation to find food. Accessible...
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"Today, women can have careers in fields such as medicine, engineering, and politics, but it wasn't always that way. Women couldn't even vote when the United States was founded. Readers of this powerful volume will discover the history of women's rights through the words of women who fought for them, including Abigail Adams urging her husband to 'Remember the Ladies,' Elizabeth Cady Stanton's 'Declaration of Sentiments,' Betty Friedan's The Feminine...
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"Trees are familiar and lovely parts of life for most people, including fruit trees, evergreens, and colorful maple trees in autumn. But some of the world's trees are unusual, even weird. One of those is the dragon's blood tree. Readers of this intriguing volume will learn about this strange tree, including the source of its name, where it's found, and its uses. Age-appropriate text covers important science concepts, and vivid images bring the text...
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The very name Mesopotamia is evocative. This land, whose name means "between two rivers," is also known as the Fertile Crescent. It's the Cradle of Civilization. Cities grew here. Agriculture was established. Writing was invented. But the cultures of Mesopotamia left the world many more inventions. Readers will be spellbound as they discover the extraordinary accomplishments of Mesopotamian cultures. Extensively researched text covers important social...
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Students will learn about one of the most amazing trade routes in human history. This book uses details about the Silk Road to explain how to use map scale to measure distances. It includes photographs of Silk Road sections, annotated maps with scale explanations, and a concise history of each Great Age. Interesting details about fabrics, goods, and knowledge transported during each time period are also shared.
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The black mamba and the blue-ringed octopus are among Earth's most venomous animals. Beyond that, they have little in common. One is known for its great size, the other is adorably small. They'd never meet in real life because one lives on land and the other dwells in the ocean, but imagine if they did meet. What would the battle look like? Who might win? This engaging volume compares the animals' qualities to see, who might emerge victorious. Striking...
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Feathers, beaks, and wings are unique to birds, but sometimes these features can be really strange. This narrative takes a look at the world's oddest birds, including birds of paradise, frigate birds, pelicans, vampire finches, the great grey shrike, and more. Readers will delight in learning about birds and their weird adaptations, and will also understand how the adaptations have played a role in their survival. This high-interest book explores...
17) Ants and Aphids
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Ants and aphids are insects common around homes and gardens. Homeowners, gardeners, and picnickers often consider them pests, but these insects have fascinating secret lives. Many ant and aphid species form truly remarkable mutualistic relationships. This delightful volume will captivate young readers as they discover the surprising world of ants and aphids together. An entertaining and accessible narrative addresses important science concepts. Fun...
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The Bill of Rights is an exceptionally important part of the Constitution. Not only does the Bill of Rights guarantee individual liberties and place limits on government powers, but without the addition of this section, the Constitution itself might never have been approved. This absorbing volume discusses the Bill of Rights and how it came to be, the language of each amendment, and how amendments have been interpreted. Intriguing controversies surrounding...
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The rallying cry "Remember the Alamo" is famous, but how much does the average person actually know about the Texas mission and the 1836 battle that took place there? This volume traces the Alamo's history, from the Native American peoples who lived in the area when the mission was first built through the continuing efforts to preserve the historic site. Particular attention is paid to the Battle of the Alamo and how the bravery of its defenders inspired...
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An herbivore and a carnivore meet in battle. Who will win? The first instinct might be to pick the carnivore, but when you're pitting a gray wolf against the massive and dangerous Cape buffalo, the outcome isn't so obvious. Young readers will delight in learning about these two magnificent animals as they try to determine who might triumph in a contest between them. Accessible text covers important science concepts. Vibrant images and impressive facts...