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2) Fungi grow
Author
Publisher
Beach Lane Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Fungi are all around us. They root and fruit and twist and twine. The mycelium roots spread below ground while the mushroom fruits pop above the earth. Some are edible, and some are poisonous. Some help keep forests communicate, others recycle decaying matter. But all across the world, fungi are growing. Discover when, how, where, and why in this poetic and illuminating nonfiction picture book"--
Author
Publisher
[publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
The Rockhounding Bible is the ultimate guide to uncovering the hidden treasures of the earth! Written for both beginners and experienced rockhounds, this comprehensive book takes you on the entire rockhounding journey, from the basics of mineral collecting to selling a rock collection.
Author
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"A Great Blue Heron, a Wood Duck, a Baltimore Oriole, an Eastern Bluebird, or a Belted Kingfisher--which North American bird species is your favorite? In Birds of North America: A Photographic Atlas, Bruce M. Beehler provides the information and images you need to identify and enjoy each of the 1,144 amazing and diverse bird species recorded in the United States and Canada, including Hawaii and Alaska. Featuring more than 1,200 full-color photographs...
Publisher
[Publisher not identified]
Pub. Date
[2023?]
Language
English
Description
Earth Science Specimen kit for classroom or educational group usage, which includes specimens of 21 different items, as well as 2 sets of information cards that correspond to all samples, including where they are from and their significance, additional photos, and more. Kit also includes 2 magnifying glasses and a borderline ultraviolet flashlight to experience fluorescent minerals.
Author
Publisher
Thames & Hudson
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A reinvention of the flower and gardening encyclopedia. From Achillea (yarrow) to zinnia, here are seventy-five plant profiles of the most beautiful flowers and foliage to bring shape, color, and beauty to any garden." -- Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
MPM Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Written in engaging verse and featuring beautiful watercolor-style illustrations, this book introduces young readers to a variety of 20 fascinating furry and feathered creatures that call North America home. From the swift and sly fox and the proud bald eagle to the majestic moose and the wise owl, each animal is lovingly depicted and described in a way that will capture your child's imagination and spark their curiosity about the natural world."...
Author
Publisher
Hachette Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Fans of true crime shows like CSI, NCIS, Criminal Minds, and Law and Order know that when it comes to "getting the bad guy" behind bars, your best chance of success boils down to the strength of your evidence-and the forensic science used to obtain it. Beyond the silver screen, forensic science has been used for decades to help solve even the most tough-to-crack cases. In 2018, the accused Golden State Killer, Joseph DeAngelo, was finally apprehended...
12) Eat the weeds
Author
Publisher
Adventure Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Which plants should you eat-and when should you eat them? Let "Green" Deane Jordan guide you with his book Eat the Weeds. Green Deane teaches foraging classes and runs a popular foraging website (also called Eat the Weeds). Now he's sharing his expertise with you. Eat the Weeds presents 195 wild edibles and helps you to find, identify, and harvest them"--
13) Bird watch
Series
Publisher
Storey Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"The third book in the Backpack Explorer series from the Editors of Storey Publishing leads kids aged 4 and up through the basics of birding, from identifying common birds to learning about habitat and migration and listening for bird songs"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Abrams Appleseed
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"In this innovative nonfiction board book, young readers will see eggs in different environments on each spread. Lift the flaps to discover all of the different animal nests and eggs-and learn a simple fact about each species. Featured creatures include robins, alligators, ostriches, salmon, butterflies, seagulls, snakes, chickens, and the kids that gather the eggs from the coop!"--
Author
Publisher
Cider Mill Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Learn the benefits of edible plants and discover lush habitats across the continent with over 100 plant profiles. Each profile includes invaluable information about the plant's habitats and properties to ensure you can properly identify your bounty. With identification and harvesting tips plus medicinal suggestions, you'll become an expert in foraging safety and learn how to avoid deadly look-alikes.
18) All about clouds
Publisher
[Macedon Public Library]
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Meet the clouds! What do these clouds look like? Simon, Anita, and Dennis learn that clouds can look like horse tails, cauliflower, water ripples, sheep, and other things while they learn the names of different types of clouds."--from back of book. This kit is put together with materials provided by NASA and the GLOBE Project.
Author
Publisher
Lorenz Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
It is crucial that the most expert advice is taken when hunting for mushrooms, and this authoritative new handbook offers clear, practical information for accurate identification. A clear introduction explains everything a mushroom picker needs to know, followed by a fully-illustrated A-Z guide of the most popular edible wild mushrooms, with storage and cooking tips. Their identifying features and typical habitats are described. In addition the book...
20) Songbirds
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Young birders will be captivated by this handy field guide to North American songbirds. It includes vivid descriptions of 100 songbirds and details about where they are found. Full-color photos of each bird are helpful aids for identification. Features include a table of contents, a glossary, and additional resources.