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56 produkter
56 produkter
Inbunden, Engelska, 2010
579 kr
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Inbunden, Engelska, 2010
579 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2010380 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.
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PDF, Engelska, 2010381 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.
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PDF, Engelska, 2010381 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.
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PDF, Engelska, 2010380 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.
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PDF, Engelska, 2010381 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.
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PDF, Engelska, 2010381 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.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2011380 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 several species of sea lions, come to understand the dynamics of life in a sea lion colony, and view engaging photographs of sea lions in their native habitats.
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PDF, Engelska, 2011381 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 native ecosystems.
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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 how people have depended on clams over the years, using them for everything from food to money.
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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 relationship with the human beings with whom they interact both frequently and loudly.
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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 and emerge with a good grasp of the starfish’s life cycle and ecological niche.
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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 even some that are considered a culinary delicacy. Entrancing photographs complement the wealth of information within these pages.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2012
579 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2012381 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 horses are sure to draw in even the most reluctant readers.
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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, diet, and much more. Great photographs and a fact-packed text are sure to make this title a favorite with horse fans.
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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 the world today. Great photographs of Lipizzans doing everything from performing the famous airs above the ground to getting some well-deserved downtime in their stalls are sure to entrance all readers.
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PDF, Engelska, 2012381 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 are bred, raised, fed, and more. Great horse photographs are featured and accompanied by information about the history of the breed.
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PDF, Engelska, 2012380 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, agile horse it is today. The book’s spectacular photographs and wealth of interesting facts will both entertain and enlighten readers.
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PDF, Engelska, 2012381 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 diet. There are chapters focusing on dressage and driving competitions, too. Fun facts and stunning photographs are sure to win over horse lovers.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2013
579 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2013381 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 experiment in which readers use thermometers to study how temperatures vary throughout the day are included.
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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 experiment to test their skills.
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PDF, Engelska, 2013380 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 tool tends to be used in provide pivotal information for readers. An experiment they can do at home, using a small scale or balance and common kitchen ingredients, is also included.
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PDF, Engelska, 2013381 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 microscopes are also offered. Labeled photographs make the easy-to-follow text even more engaging and an experiment helps readers put what they have learned into practice.
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PDF, Engelska, 2013381 kr
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Tape measures and rulers are among the most common measuring tools. Readers are aided in understanding how these tools are used in a science context and offered an experiment for hands-on learning. The different units used on rulers and tape measures are also discussed. Handy tips, such as a reminder to look for the zero edge, are provided—encouraging readers to put their new knowledge to practical use.
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Science experiments are one of the many situations in which timing can be crucial. This guide teaches students how to use clocks and stop watches. Explanations are provided of how these tools can be used to study things, such as a person’s heart rate and how fast animals learn. Discussion about how to construct an experiment make it easy for readers to do one themselves—and one is provided for them to try. Real-world examples and labeled photographs make the text even more engaging.
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
203 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska381 kr
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The belief that “All men are created equal,” and have the right to “Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” has inspired generations of Americans. Readers will learn what historical circumstances necessitated the writing of Declaration of Independence. The meaning of key phrases is illuminated, and several of the grievances listed in the document are detailed. Visual learners will appreciate the map of the 13 colonies and the timeline that illuminates the declaration’s historical context. A close look at a key document and a celebration of its lasting influence.