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Boobies, Iguanas, and Other Critters

Boobies, Iguanas, and Other Critters

by Linda Litteral

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1994
  • HARD COVER
  • 71 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)
  • HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE

This beautifully illustrated book provides an overview of the Galapagos for ages 10-14. Clear, detailed and accurate, it tackles the volcanic formation of the islands, ecology, wildlife and scientific research. (GPS16, $27.25)

Eyewitness Volcano & Earthquake

Eyewitness Volcano & Earthquake

by Susanna Van Rose

  • SCIENCE
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 72 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

This entry in the series includes spectacular photographs of erupting volcanoes along with an introduction to the science of plate tectonics. (GEN467, $16.99)

Inside the Beagle with Charles Darwin

Inside the Beagle with Charles Darwin

by Fiona MacDonald | Mark Bergin

  • HISTORY
  • 2005
  • HARD COVER
  • 48 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

MacDonald gives detailed accounts of daily life aboard the Beagle, animals and places encountered, as well as excellent illustrations and a balanced discussion of Darwin's ground-breaking scientific theories. Ages 8 and up. (NAT114, $19.95)

Galapagos Wildlife

Galapagos Wildlife

by Pocket Naturalist

  • FIELD GUIDE
  • 2001
  • PLASTIC CARD
  • BEST SELLER

This fold-up, laminated card guide, with color drawings, will appeal to the whole family. (GPS51, $5.95)

 
The Tree of Life: Charles Darwin

The Tree of Life: Charles Darwin


by Peter Sis

  • BIOGRAPHY/MEMOIR
  • 2003
  • HARD COVER
  • 44 PAGES
  • FAMILY

Peter Sis illuminates the towering figure of Darwin, his life, travels, ideas and impact for kids in this richly embellished book, crowded with diary pages, maps, charts and watercolors. (GBR388, $19.99)

Galapagos Bedtime Stories

Galapagos Bedtime Stories


by Paula Tagle Saad

  • LITERATURE
  • 2003
  • HARD COVER
  • 89 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)
  • HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE

These delightful children's stories, organized by island, were inspired by Saad's many trips as an expedition leader. Each illustrated tale revolves around an animal or incident in the islands, including a newly hatched Waved Albatross, a sea lion pup and a nesting Flightless Cormorant. (GPS76, $28.00)

The True Adventures of Charley Darwin

The True Adventures of Charley Darwin


by Carolyn Meyer

  • LITERATURE
  • 2011
  • PAPER
  • 336 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

Meyer turns the facts of Darwin's early life in Shrewsbury and his transformation aboard the Beagle into a novel for young adults. (GBR818, $8.99)

Galapagos Islands Coloring Book

Galapagos Islands Coloring Book


by Jan Sovak

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2006
  • PAPER
  • 32 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Featuring 32 illustrations of the plants and animals of the Galapagos, Charles Darwin and a map of the archipelago. (GPS74, $3.95)

The Voyage of the Beetle, A Journey Around the World With Charles Darwin

The Voyage of the Beetle, A Journey Around the World With Charles Darwin


by Anne H. Weaver

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • HARD COVER
  • 80 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

Narrated by a bright and witty beetle named Rosie, this illustrated tale introduces Darwin and his ideas to readers of all ages. With beautiful color illustrations, maps and diagrams. (GPS83, $18.95)

We're Sailing to Galapagos, A Week in the Pacific

We're Sailing to Galapagos, A Week in the Pacific


by Laurie Krebs

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2007
  • PAPER
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

Exotic creatures are featured on every spread, and educational endnotes enhance the story of the islands, which is told in sweet rhyming verse. With bright color illustrations by Grazia Restelli. (GPS95, $7.99)

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