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Cattle
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
392 kr
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This fact-packed book offers kids an in-depth look at an animal that people have cherished for thousands of years. Young readers will learn about the indispensable role that cattle play in agriculture to this day. Sidebars support this fun narrative.
Donkeys
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
392 kr
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The donkey, along with its close kin the hinny and the mule, is known for its stamina. Readers will learn that, though these members of the horse family have a reputation for stubbornness, they have successfully worked alongside humans for thousand of years.
Goats
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
392 kr
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Curious and intelligent, goats are some of the most entertaining farm animals to watch. Readers will learn how these agile animals are raised and discover whether or not they really like to eat tin cans.
Sheep
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
392 kr
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The woolly sheep is one of the most useful animals for many reasons. This book describes the lives that sheep lead on farms and explores the various products we obtain from them, such as meat, milk, cheese, and wool.
Chickens
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
384 kr
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Kids who visit farms are often charmed by the clucking, crowing, and chirping of chickens. This fun book is full of interesting facts about the world’s most common bird.
Geese
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2010
392 kr
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Though they do not fly long distances like their wild cousins, domestic geese can be found all throughout the world. Kids will be fascinated to learn all about these noisy birds that are raised for their eggs, meat, and feathers.
Discovering Sea Lions
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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Sea lions are smart, playful, and tons of fun to watch. Many people have seen them perform tricks in circuses and aquariums. However, these engaging marine mammals can also be found living wild and free along the coasts of the Pacific Ocean. Young marine mammal enthusiasts will be introduced to …
Discovering Crabs
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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Many young people are familiar with sideways-walking crabs, some because they were pinched by one of these scuttling crustaceans and others because they just have a penchant for tasty crab cakes. This resource is chock-full of information about these familiar creatures and their importance in their …
Discovering Clams
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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Clamshells are among the most recognizable seashells that we collect on beaches. There are several kinds of bivalves known as clams, including quahogs, razor clams, and surf clams. Curious kids will learn where clams live, how they filter food out of the water, and how move. They’ll also discover …
Discovering Seagulls
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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The keening cry of the seagull is one of the most memorable sounds of the beach. The sight of a gull wheeling on the ocean breezes or perched on the piling of a wharf is also iconic. This engrossing volume describes the clever ways these birds find food, traces their life cycle, and examines their …
Discovering Starfish
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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Starfish aren’t actually fish and some of them don’t have the familiar five-pointed star shape, either. Inquisitive readers will learn many surprising facts about these colorful sea creatures, which are also known as sea stars. They will also marvel at the starfish’s amazing regenerative abilities …
Discovering Jellyfish
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2011
392 kr
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Their painful stings and weird, unearthly beauty have long made jellyfish a topic of fascination. Young readers will be captivated by the varied array of jellyfish that live in the oceans, from large species that trail tentacles many feet long to bioluminescent ones that glow in the dark waters and …
Arabian Horses
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
381 kr
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The nimble Arabian horse is known for both beauty and endurance. Young readers will be fascinated to learn about the breed’s origins in the hot, harsh deserts of Arabia and its transition into one of the world’s most popular and influential horse breeds. The gorgeous photographs of these beautiful …
Clydesdales
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
392 kr
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Though these big, majestic draft horses are most often seen pulling carriages and wagons in ads and parades, they were originally bred to work on farms. The Clydesdale hails from Scotland, but has become popular around the world. Readers will love learning about Clydesdale foals, history, care, …
Lipizzans
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
392 kr
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The Spanish Riding School in Vienna, Austria gave fame to these graceful horses for their balletic dressage performances. The breed’s noble history is traced, from its origins in the sixteenth century through its protection by the American military in World War II to its growing popularity around …
Thoroughbreds
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
392 kr
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A Thoroughbred horse is bred for speed. The horses that take part in many storied races, such as the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes, are all Thoroughbreds. In fact, almost all racehorses the United States are Thoroughbreds. The compelling text discusses how these swift steeds …
Lusitanos
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
392 kr
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Young horse enthusiasts will enjoy learning about Portugal’s most prized horse breed in this engrossing volume. The Lusitano’s close relationship to the Andalusian is brought to the forefront and readers will examine how the Lusitano’s use in Portuguese-style bullfighting shaped it into the brave, …
Friesians
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2012
392 kr
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With its shiny black coat and long, flowing mane and tail, the Friesian is one of the most dramatic-looking and beautiful horse breeds. Readers explore the Friesian’s roots in the province of Friesland—in the Netherlands. The horse’s distinctive features are discussed, as is its life cycle and …
Using Thermometers
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2013
392 kr
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Whenever you need to know the temperature of something, use a thermometer. Readers are introduced to the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales and a variety of thermometer types, including digital thermometers, spring thermometers, and maximum-minimum thermometers. Safety tips, labeled photographs, and an …
Using Beakers and Graduated Cylinders
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2013
392 kr
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Beakers and graduated cylinders are invaluable tools. They are used to measure the volume of liquids in countless experiments. Labeled photographs make tricky topics, such measuring the volume of liquid with a meniscus, easy to understand. Readers are offered plenty of practical tips and an …
Using Scales and Balances
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2013
392 kr
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Key science concepts, such as mass, weight, and density are explained through engaging, accessible text. Labeled photographs introduce readers to a range of scales and balances, including triple-beam balances, spring scales, and digital scales. Handy tips and discussions on which situations each …
Using Hand Lenses and Microscopes
Av Lorijo Metz
E-bok, 2013
392 kr
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If you want to get a closer look at anything from a ladybug to a grain of sand, a hand lens or microscope is the tool for you. Handy explanations of measurements of magnification, such as 10x, are provided through accessible text. Practical tips about how to use and care for hand lenses and …
