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The Barn Owls by Tony Johnston
The Barn Owls by Tony Johnston
Picture books; Call # E Joh
A celebration of the owls that have lived in an old barn, sleeping, waking, hunting, and hatching their young for at least one hundred years. Following the life cycle of the barn owl, this gentle poem evokes a sense of warm sunshine and envelopes readers with the memory of the scent of a wheat field.
The Honeybee Man by Lela Nargi
The Honeybee Man by Lela Nargi
Picture books; Call # E Nar
Every morning, Fred greets the members of his enormous family: "Good morning, my bees, my darlings!" His honeybee workers are busy—they tend the hive, feed babies, and make wax rooms. They also forage in flowers abloom across Brooklyn... so that, one day, Fred can make his famous honey.
Night of the Spadefoot Toads by Bill Harley
Night of the Spadefoot Toads by Bill Harley
Fiction; Call # F Har
When his family moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Massachusetts, fifth-grader Ben has a hard time leaving the desert he loves, but when he finds a kindred spirit in his science teacher and ends up trying to help her with some of her problems, he finally begins to feel at home.
10 Things You Can Do to Protect Animals by Elizabeth Weitzman
10 Things You Can Do to Protect Animals by Elizabeth Weitzman
Non-fiction; Call # 333.95 W
When his family moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Massachusetts, fifth-grader Ben has a hard time leaving the desert he loves, but when he finds a kindred spirit in his science teacher and ends up trying to help her with some of her problems, he finally begins to feel at home.
Protect Nature by Kay Barnham
Protect Nature by Kay Barnham
Non-fiction; Call # 333.95 B
Protecting natural habitats, animals, and plants from being harmed or destroyed is essential to our planet's survival. This new book explores how the everyday actions of humans can harm nature, from the pollution created by the fuel we use and the garbage we throw away, to the habitats that are destroyed to make way for roads and cities.
Threatened, Endangered, and Extinct Species by Wendell Rhodes
Threatened, Endangered, and Extinct Species by Wendell Rhodes
Non-fiction; Call # 333.95 R
Introduces readers to the plants and animals that are now classified as threatened, endangered, or extinct. Readers will learn about the threats and dangers these species face or once faced and the consequences that follow. Important concepts such as conservation and protection are explored in this title, which will help readers understand people's role in helping threatened and endangered species
Ecosystems by William B Rice
Ecosystems by William B Rice
Non-fiction; Call # 557 R
Living and nonliving things live together in an ecosystem. To stay alive, all living things in an ecosystem need to live in balance. Learn about ecosystems with this science reader that features easy-to-read text and introduces students to important scientific concepts and topics.
What If There Were No Gray Wolves? : a Book About the Temperate Forest Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
What If There Were No Gray Wolves? : a Book About the Temperate Forest Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
Non-fiction; Call # 557.3 S
Deciduous forest ecosystems can be found on nearly every continent. Countless animals and plants live in them. So what difference could the loss of one animal species make? Follow the chain reaction, and discover how important gray wolves are.
What If There Were No Lemmings? : a Book About the Tundra Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
What If There Were No Lemmings? : a Book About the Tundra Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
Non-fiction; Call # 557.5 S
The tundra ecosystem is vast, covering a large part of the far north. Countless animals and plants live there. So what difference could the loss of one animal species make? Follow the chain reaction, and discover how important lemmings are.
What If There Were No Sea Otters? : a Book About the Ocean Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
What If There Were No Sea Otters? : a Book About the Ocean Ecosystem by Suzanne Slade
Non-fiction; Call # 557.5 S
The ocean ecosystem is huge, covering most of our planet. Countless animals and plants live there. So what difference could the loss of one animal species make? Follow the chain reaction, and discover how important sea otters are.
Animal Partners by Scotti Cohn
Animal Partners by Scotti Cohn
Non-fiction; Call # 557.8 C
From the "crocodile's dentist," to the "mongoose spa," Animal Partners takes a whimsical look at symbiotic relationships of animals large and small. Although many animals live in groups of the same kind, here you will learn how some animals form unique partnerships with different species. After all, don't we all need a little help from our friends?
Planet Ark : Preserving Earth's Biodiversity by Adrienne Mason
Planet Ark : Preserving Earth's Biodiversity by Adrienne Mason
Non-fiction; Call # 577 M
Explains why biodiversity is important to the earth and its inhabitants and why it's our obligation to protect.
Adaptation by Gale George
Adaptation by Gale George
Non-fiction; Call # 578.4 G
Animals have developed some extraordinary adaptations in order to survive in their environment. This book delves into the life science concept of adaptation, and how certain adaptations help animals survive and thrive. Readers will love learning about creatures that use poison to hunt and camouflage to hide.
Red Alert! : Endangered Animals around the World by Catherine Barr
Red Alert! : Endangered Animals around the World by Catherine Barr
Non-fiction; Call # 591.68 B
Animals have developed some extraordinary adaptations in order to survive in their environment. This book delves into the life science concept of adaptation, and how certain adaptations help animals survive and thrive. Readers will love learning about creatures that use poison to hunt and camouflage to hide.
Why and Where Are Animals Endangered? by Bobbie Kalman
Why and Where Are Animals Endangered? by Bobbie Kalman
Non-fiction; Call # 591.68 K
This book looks at why some animals have become endangered due to changes in their habitat and how people can help the
Olivia's Birds : Saving the Gulf
Olivia's Birds : Saving the Gulf
Non-fiction; Call # 598 B
Presents the story of Olivia Bouler, an eleven-year-old girl who offered her paintings to those who donated to oil spill recovery in the Gulf and helped raise over 175,000 dollars, and features a collection of her paintings.
Gray Wolves by Grace Hansen
Gray Wolves by Grace Hansen
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 H
eBook and Activity with Word Search
Early readers can delve into the wild world of gray wolves with this title. They'll learn what gray wolves eat, their preferred habitats, and other great facts, alongside awesome photographs.
Gray Wolves : Howling Pack Mammals by Rebecca A Hirsch
Gray Wolves : Howling Pack Mammals by Rebecca A Hirsch
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 H
eBook and Teacher's Guide with Activity
Gray wolves are known as howling pack mammals. But how are they similar to and different from other mammals, ranging from coyotes to manatees? Readers will compare and contrast key traits of gray wolves to traits of other mammals.
Gray Wolves : Return to Yellowstone by Meish Goldish
Gray Wolves : Return to Yellowstone by Meish Goldish
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 G
Gray wolves are known as howling pack mammals. But how are they similar to and different from other mammals, ranging from coyotes to manatees? Readers will compare and contrast key traits of gray wolves to traits of other mammals.
When the Wolves Returned : Restoring Nature's Balance in Yellowstone by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
When the Wolves Returned : Restoring Nature's Balance in Yellowstone by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 P
Discusses how the wolf, once returned to Yellowstone National Park, helped restore balance to the ecosystem by minimizing the predation of coyotes on smaller creatures, keeping the elk herd on the run, thereby helping more aspen and willow trees to grow, and influencing other previously misunderstood dynamics.
The Wolves Are Back by Jean Craighead George
The Wolves Are Back by Jean Craighead George
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 G
Two renowned children's book creators teamed up to make this stirring picture book that tells the story of how, over a century, wolves were persecuted in the United States and nearly became extinct. Gradually reintroduced, they are thriving again in the West, much to the benefit of the ecosystem.
Wolves on the Hunt by Meg Marquardt
Wolves on the Hunt by Meg Marquardt
Non-fiction; Call # 599.773 M
How do wolves work together to hunt? How long do wolves go between meals? Discover the answers to these questions and learn other fascinating facts about wolves. From their habitat to their physical characteristics and behavior, explore the incredible lives of these top predators!
Yellowstone : America's First National Park by Joanne Mattern
Yellowstone : America's First National Park by Joanne Mattern
Non-fiction; Call # 978.7 M
As the flagship of the National Park Service, Yellowstone National Park has a special place in the hearts and minds of conservationists. Thanks to the leadership of far-sighted President Ulysses S. Grant and adventurer President Theodore Roosevelt, today we can enjoy nature as it was in the early days of our nation.
Yellowstone : America's First National Park by Joanne Mattern
Yellowstone : America's First National Park by Joanne Mattern
Non-fiction; Call # 978.7 W
Teacher's Guide and Quiz
Provides information about Yellowstone National Park, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.
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