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• Making a Splash

  How Humans Consume, Control and Care for Water

  Nelson, Colleen,

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  Part of the nonfiction Orca Timeline series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book explores our relationship with water and how we use, control and take care of it

• Magical Miniature Worlds

  18 Terrarium Projects for Kids to Make and Grow

  Newell, Ben,

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  Ben Newell clearly explains every step of creating your own terrarium, from picking a container to creating a landscape and choosing the right plants. Once you've mastered the basics, you can let your imagination run wild with these miniature…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Light

  the Extraordinary Energy That Illuminates Our World

  Wade, Jess,

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  From the complexities of the night sky to the inner workings of rainbows, explore and celebrate the mind-bending science of light. Combining text by Dr. Jess Wade--a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEAM…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Kersplash!

  a Cloud Bursts

  Kulekjian, Jessica,

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  Learn about the water cycle from the perspective of a cloud in this lively informational picture book. As readers follow little cloud through the sky and the world below it, they learn about how clouds form, what water vapor is, and how it moves…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Keep Our World Green

  Why Humans Need Gardens, Parks and Public Green Spaces

  Wishinsky, Frieda,

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  This illustrated book examines parks, gardens and public green spaces throughout history and shares why it's important to protect them for future generations.

• Hurricane

  Chin, Jason, 1978-

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  It's a beautiful day on Hatteras Island, North Carolina. But while all seems calm now, a hurricane is brewing out at sea, and everyone is wondering if it will reach the coast--and where. Is Hatteras in its path? Night and day, meteorologists track…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• If You Find a Fawn

  a What-to-do for Wild Wanderers

  Gillis, Kellie DuBay,

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  When you wander in the wild, you might find . . . a baby animal. Would you know what to do?

• How to Draw Favorite Characters

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  Young artists will embark on an exciting artistic journey full of friends, incredible superheroes, fast race cars, brave explorers, and more! This 144-page collection includes favorite characters from Mickey Mouse & Friends, Winnie the Pooh, The…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The House on the Canal

  the Story of the House That Hid Anne Frank

  Harding, Thomas, 1968-

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  In the middle of Amsterdam, next to a canal, stands a tall, narrow house. It was built almost four hundred years ago and has served as a home, a warehouse, a stable, and most notably, a hiding place. Sometimes it was splendidly decorated, humming…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Hot Wheels

  Ultimate Handbook : a Guide to 160+ Original Designs

  Zuravicky, Orli,

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  A fact-packed guide to everything you want to know about Hot Wheels original vehicle designs. Whether you are an average fan or avid collector, this guidebook will put you on the inside track of Hot Wheels original designs, with fun facts, exciting…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Growing Green

  a First Book of Gardening

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  From strawberries in galoshes to herbs in recycled tin cans, this easy-to-follow gardening book contains fifteen simple (and delicious!) projects for budding young gardeners. Kids can learn all they need to know to grow their own fruit, herbs, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Gift of the Broken Teacup

  Poems of Mindfulness, Meditation, and Me

  Wolf, Allan,

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  Have you ever let your thoughts just float into the sky? Why is today the very best day of the year? And what does a broken teacup have to do with anything? In fresh, accessible poems about mindfulness and related themes, award-winning poet Allan…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• First Day Around the World

  Zoboi, Ibi Aanu,

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  How do children around the world spend their first day of school? Some eat warm akara for breakfast in Nigeria, while others unwrap lunches of kluski in Poland. In China, they practice intricate characters in special notebooks, and in Argentina,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Detective Dogs

  How Working Dogs Sniff Out Invasive Species

  Stevens, Alison Pearce,

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  A lively introduction to some of North America's most troublesome invasive species-and to the industrious dogs and handlers working to stop their spread! Meet Fenton and Frost; Seuss and Deisel; and Hilo, Fagen, and Dia. These intrepid environmental…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Canada

  Journey Through the Vast Country of Canada to Discover Breathtaking Landscapes, Diverse Cultures, and Rich History

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  Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Embark on an educational journey with an enriching Canada country profile book, specifically tailored for primary school students.

• Call the Bee Doctor!

  How Science Is Saving Honey Bees

  Markle, Sandra,

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  Since Colony Collapse Disorder began decimating honey bees in 2006, scientists have been researching its causes and how to prevent it. Get an up-to-date look at what we know and how new innovations are saving honey bees

• Can You Hear the Trees Talking?

  Discovering the Hidden Life of the Forest

  Wohlleben, Peter, 1964-

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  Did you know that trees have parents, and tree grandparents with wrinkles? That tree kids go to school for hundreds of years? That there is such a thing as the forest internet? And that trees make us healthy and strong. Sometimes, even trees get…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Beautiful Biodiversity

  Our Planet Supports An Abundance of Life -- Discover the Beauty and Wonder of Its Biodiversity, From Forest Floors to Backyard Ponds

  Schaefer, Lola M., 1950-

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  The diverse ecosystems across the globe are home to a wealth of biodiversity. Discover astonishing facts about different species and habitats, and the surprising places they can be found. Learn how humans can encourage and nurture biodiversity to…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 5-minute Shark Stories

  National Geographic Kids (COR)

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  Dive into amazing true tales about baby sharks, surprising shark friendships, daring shark rescues, swimming with sharks, and more about these fierce and fascinating fish. These 12 fin-tastic true tales about sharks are all the ideal length to be…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Crayon Man

  the True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons

  Biebow, Natascha

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  Celebrating the inventor of the Crayola crayon! This gloriously illustrated picture book biography tells the inspiring story of Edwin Binney, the inventor of one of the world's most beloved toys. A perfect fit among favorites like The Day the…Read moreRead more of this annotation