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2) Antarctica
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Take a deep dive into the science surrounding the Antarctic, revealing how scientists work in remote, challenging places, armed with cutting edge research tools and technologies. The reader is invited to join a crew of scientist as they sail around Antarctica studying one of the most vulnerable environments on the planet. Discover how scientists work in extreme environments, and how scientific methods have been adapted to suit this unique location....
4) Arctic
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How are day and night different in each of the main habitats on Earth? Discover it with this series of books! The Arctic is a cold and unusual place. There are six months of daylight and six months of darkness. How does this affect the creatures that live there? What do animals such as polar bears, walruses, and reindeers do during the long Arctic days and nights? Learn about the Arctic habitat while you follow its natural cycle in this beautiful...
6) Jamaica
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This book is filled from cover to cover with fascinating facts about the wonderful Jamaica. Discover everything from landscape to landmarks, school to food, and traditions to culture. You will also learn some basic words and phrases in patwa. A perfect introduction to this amazing country. The Our World My Roots collection is the ideal gift for any aspiring young explorer. Inspire the next generation to be curious, be confident, be kind and most importantly...
7) Ghana
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This book is filled from cover to cover with fascinating facts about the wonderful Ghana. Discover everything from landscape to landmarks, school to food, and traditions to culture. You will also learn some basic words and phrases in two of the most widely spoken languages, Asante Twi and Fanti. A perfect introduction to this amazing country. The Our World My Roots collection is the ideal gift for any aspiring young explorer. Inspire the next generation...
8) Zimbabwe
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This book is filled from cover to cover with fascinating facts about the wonderful Zimbabwe. Discover everything from landscape to landmarks, school to food, and traditions to culture. You will also learn some basic words and phrases in two of the most widely spoken languages, Shona and Ndebele. A perfect introduction to this amazing country. The Our World My Roots collection is the ideal gift for any aspiring young explorer. Inspire the next generation...
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"In 2018, Viola Desmond's likeness appeared on the Canadian ten-dollar bill, leading many people to wonder about her story. Who was she and why is she an important figure? Viola was a stubborn, entrepreneurial woman who stood up against racial discrimination. Denied a floor seat in the whites-only section at a cinema in 1946, she was forcefully removed, arrested, and convicted of tax evasion. She owed a single penny. Viola fought for her rights in...
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Let's learn all about newly discovered animals! Have you ever seen a glass frog or a pumpkin toadlet? Now you can! With amazing photos and lively text, this book explores five new species of amphibians. Get ready to learn all about how, when, and where these animals were discovered!
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Let's learn all about newly discovered animals! Have you ever seen a spotted skunk or an orange bat? Now you can! With amazing photos and lively text, this book explores five new species of mammals. Get ready to learn all about how, when, and where these animals were discovered!
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"A clear explanation of what empathy is, and understanding the emotions of those around you. This is a book about empathy. Feelings aren't always easy, especially when they are other people's. This book teaches kids (and grownups) how to feel "with" someone, and not just for them. This book teaches kids aged 5-9 to understand the importance of empathy, and how they can apply it to their everyday lives. Teaching about emotions can reduce conflict,...
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"Discover the many breeds of horses and ponies around the world, and the origins of these powerful animals. Find out about the personalities of different horses, how humans and horses have worked together throughout history, and how to care for one of your own. Learn what it takes to be a champion rider [and] an equestrian expert!"--Back cover.
16) I can be honest
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"Learn all about positive behavior and meet your best self!"--
17) Rockin' robots!
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"What exactly is a robot? How do they talk and move? And what does it take to build one?"--Provided by publisher.
18) Birds
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"This delightful little nature guide for young children is all about discovering the wonderful world of birds swooping, soaring, fluttering, and flying around your neighborhood and beyond"--
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"When you think of holes, what comes to mind? Maybe the irritating hole in your sock. Or the hole on the shelf where you plucked out this book. But did you know there are holes that suddenly devour entire gas stations? Big holes in the ocean that are visible from space? Small holes in balls that prevent a backyard home run? A hole is a part of something where there's nothing at all. Holes are investigated by scientists, used by artists, designed by...
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