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"Trees can live a very long time, but what happens when they die? This unusual book describes, in lyrical prose accompanied by colorful and graphic illustrations, that trees have a whole long second life, continuing to contribute to their habitat, the environment, and the cycle of life"--
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From one tiny fig seed, journey into a world of rainforest ecology
This educational and interactive picture book immerses the reader in the strange and interwoven lifecycles of the rainforest. The beautifully illustrated pages follow the journey of a fig seedling making its own roots and leaves, growing strong, and eventually replacing the giant tree that was its host. As it produces flowers and fruit, it attracts pollinators. A delectable fig is...
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"With his groundbreaking, internationally bestselling book The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben established himself as a global advocate for forests and our relationship with trees. Now, Peter shares his famous imagination and storytelling style with children, asking surprising questions about trees with exciting quizzes, photographs, and hands-on activities to help even the most reluctant learners discover the answers. Did you know that trees...
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"Readers will discover that trees have their own social network, and helping one another thrive is trending. The fascinating mycorrhizal fungi network runs underground through the forest via the roots of trees, allowing for connection and communication. Listen to the Language of the Trees captures the magic of talking trees that take care of their neighbors (not to mention the mysterious fungi that help them do it). A lyrical read aloud, Listen to...
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"A boy explores his urban forest, then interprets it through his art. With art supplies in tow, a young boy meanders through the forest near his home. A keen observer, the boy sees his forest as both 'fluffy' and 'prickly,' and as both 'crispy' and 'soft.' It’s also 'scattered and soggy, and spotted and foggy.' His forest is made up of many colors — but he decides that 'mostly it’s green.' Each aspect of the forest inspires a different kind...
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Thinkcities volume 1
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English
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""Imagine a city draped in a blanket of green ... Is this the city you know?" This beautiful book of narrative non-fiction looks at the urban forest, starting with a bird's-eye view of the tree canopy, then swooping down to street level, digging deep into the ground, then moving up through a tree's trunk, back into the leaves and branches. It discusses the problems that city trees face such as the abundance of concrete, poor soil and challenging light...
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Roaring Brook Press
Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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"The story of a tree is a story of community, communication, and cooperation. Although trees may seem like silent, independent organisms, they form a network buzzing with life: they talk, share food, raise their young, and offer protection. Trees thrive on diversity, learn from their ancestors, and give back to their communities. Trees not only sustain life on our planet--they can also teach us important lessons about patience, survival, and teamwork....
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World Book, Inc
Pub. Date
2012
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English
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"This illustrated volume is an introduction to the animal life of the tropics and particularly the tropical rain forest. Detailed captions describe each animal, while inset maps show where the animals can be found around the world. Features include a glossary, maps, photographs, and an index"--Provided by publisher.
14) Forests
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Ivy Kids, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"Do you want to make a difference and help change the world? If the answer's yes then this book is for you! Turn the pages and discover everything you need to know about deforestation and the ways we can tackle it. From scientists and conservationists helping to protect forest creatures, to tech inventions like robot tree-planters, this book helps children aged 8 and up to discover the incredible solutions to deforestation that are being worked on...
15) The seal garden
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Orca Book Publishers
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[2018]
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English
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This nonfiction picture book is illustrated with stunning wildlife photographs and tells the story of harbor seals and other marine mammals seeking refuge in a seal garden in the Great Bear Sea.
16) Forest
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
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English
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Explore the flora and fauna from all around the world with this exciting book full of amazing images, fun quizzes, and incredible information. Discover all types of forests from rain forests to woodlands and where they are found, learn about the different animals that make their homes there, explore how forests change through the seasons, and find out about forest conservation.
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Brown Bear Books
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[2015]
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English
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This book looks at tropical rain forests and how animals and plants survive in one of the world's most ancient and fragile biomes. Rain forest animals range from chimpanzees to colorful toxic frogs, and eagles that prey on monkeys.--
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