Children - Science

The Elephant Whisperer (Young Readers Adaptation): My Life with the Herd in the African Wild (Hardcover)

By Lawrence Anthony, Graham Spence, Thea Feldman (Adapted by)

$18.99

ISBN: 9781627793094

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Published: Henry Holt & Company - October 24th, 2017

A YA adaptation of an amazing true story. Conservationist L. Anthony was asked to accept an unpredictable and troubled herd of elephants on his reserve in South Africa. Without his help, they would be destroyed. Anthony had very little experience with these majestic beasts, but with grit and determination he becomes part of the elephant family with both triumphant and tragic results. Gorgeous writing coupled with color photos. ~ Reviewed by Gail Cosgriff

A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars (Hardcover)

By Seth Fishman, Isabel Greenberg (Illustrator)

$17.99

ISBN: 9780062455789

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Published: Greenwillow Books - October 3rd, 2017

A mind-boggling and delightful picture-book journey through staggering numbers. From how many stars in the Universe...to trees on the planet...to how many breaths you take in a year... your mind is blown, your curiosity peaked and you can't help but look at the world in a gazillion new ways. ~ Reviewed by Patricia Vunk

The Way Things Work Now (Hardcover)

By David Macaulay

$35.00

ISBN: 9780544824386

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Published: Houghton Mifflin - October 4th, 2016

A stunning update and expansion of the classic The Way Things Work. A charming woolly mammoth leads us on a wonderfully illustrated path of discovery, unraveling the histories and mysteries of our mechanical world, masterfully laying bare the formerly “invisible” workings of our digital age. Sure to delight and illuminate. ~ Reviewed by Patti Vunk

Because of an Acorn (Hardcover)

By Lola M. Schaefer, Adam Schaefer, Frann Preston-Gannon (Illustrator)

$16.99

ISBN: 9781452112428

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Published: Chronicle Books - August 2nd, 2016

Follow the life cycle of an acorn through this beautifully illustrated book. Children will learn just how important a single tree can be! A portion of the proceeds goes to support the NRDC. A simple introduction to teaching kids about ecosystems. ~ Reviewed by Whitney Kaaz

A Friend for Lakota: The Incredible True Story of a Wolf Who Braved Bullying (Hardcover)

By Jim Dutcher, Jamie Dutcher

$16.99

ISBN: 9781426320828

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Published: National Geographic Society - September 29th, 2015

Using the pack rank of wolves, this is a powerful anti-bullying story for young children with a clear message that kindness and compassion go a long way. Gorgeous photography and a fascinating read knowing authors Jim and Jamie Dutcher studied and observed this real Idaho wolf pack for six years! ~ Reviewed by Gail Cosgriff

How to Speak Dog: A Guide to Decoding Dog Language (Paperback)

By Aline Alexander Newman, Gary Weitzman

$12.95

ISBN: 9781426313738

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Published: National Geographic Society - September 10th, 2013

Great information about dog or cat behavior in tight, fact-filled paragraphs that compliment the amazing National Geographic photos. Perfect for reluctant readers who need to be completely engaged. Fun family read aloud for those considering a new pet. ~ Reviewed by Gail Cosgriff