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Galapagos Means Tortoises

Galapagos Means Tortoises


by Ruth Heller

  • LITERATURE
  • 2003
  • PAPER
  • 40 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

With lovely color illustrations of blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises and other creatures of the islands, Heller's playful, rhyming introduction to the ecosystem of the Galapagos, intended for children ages 7-10, is also informative. (GPS53, $7.95)

Usborne Flashcard Spanish

Usborne Flashcard Spanish


by Jo Litchfield

  • LANGUAGE & PHRASEBOOKS
  • 2004
  • FLEXI-BOUND
  • 50 PAGES
  • YOUNG READERS (Age 4-8)

A standard playing card-size deck of 50 nicely illustrated flashcards geared for younger children. Each card features a colorful illustration with the Spanish word on the reverse. (GEN203, $8.99)

Eyewitness Bird

Eyewitness Bird


by David Burnie

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 2008
  • HARD COVER
  • 64 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

An introduction to birds, their evolution, biology and behavior, in the graphic Eyewitness style with hundreds of color photographs and drawings of feathers, wings, nests, eggs (and surprisingly few birds!). (BRD04, $15.99)

Secret of the Andes

Secret of the Andes


by Ann Nolan Clark | Jean Charlot

  • LITERATURE
  • 1970
  • PAPER
  • 120 PAGES
  • MIDDLE READERS (Age 9-12)

In this novel for pre-teens, a native boy in Peru goes on a magical discovery of his roots, learning much about Inca tradition. A Newbery Award-winning book first published in 1952. (AND19, $5.99)

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)

Charles Darwin and the Evolution Revolution

Charles Darwin and the Evolution Revolution


by Rebecca Stefoff

  • NATURAL HISTORY
  • 1998
  • HARD COVER
  • 126 PAGES
  • YOUNG ADULTS

This nicely presented account of Darwin for young adults focuses on the social and scientific context of his life and work. It's an excellent short biography. With 19th-century illustrations, cartoons and photos. (GEN12, $32.95)

 

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