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Author
Publisher
Experiment
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
In How to Read Nature, Tristan Gooley introduces readers to his world--where the sky, sea, and land teem with marvels when using all five senses to experience everything nature has to offer. Plus, he shares 15 exercises to sharpen all of your senses.
Author
Series
Publisher
Greystone Kids/Greystone Books Ltd
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Get ready for the ultimate astronomy adventure! It's a beautiful evening when Squeak, Orni, and Castor head out for a weekend of camping. But Squeak has a surprise: he's hosting them all in his observatory, high at the top of a tree. The tree house is delightful--and fully equipped for the most incredible discoveries: in the sky and the stars, through the galaxy and beyond.
Author
Publisher
The Experiment
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Before GPS, before the compass, and even before cartography, humankind was navigating. A windswept tree, the depth of a puddle, or a trill of birdsong could point the way home, and they still do--if you know how to look. With The Natural Navigator, Tristan Gooley invited us to notice the directional clues hidden all around: in the sun, moon, stars, clouds, weather patterns, lengthening shadows, changing tides, growing plants, and habits of wildlife....
5) Wildfire
Author
Publisher
LB Ink, Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Julianna loved her life in rural Oregon. She loved taking care of her farm animals and being part of her local 4H club. But then the unthinkable happened...a wildfire destroyed her family’s home. Her family relocates to Portland, where Julianna hopes to put everything behind her. She certainly isn’t interested when her family start getting involved in the growing climate change protests. All she wants to do is move on, but that becomes near impossible...
6) Wildful
Author
Publisher
Groundwood Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Poppy's mother hasn't been the same since Gran passed away. So maybe that's why Poppy has started spending more time outside, taking her dog Pepper for walks around the neighborhood. When Pepper leads Poppy through a hole in the fence, she finds a forgotten forest, as well as a new friend named Rob. Rob teaches Poppy that you can find magic in the wilderness - if you know where to look! Poppy looks, and then she looks closer... and sees flowers opening...
Author
Publisher
Tiger Tales
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Ayla lives on a beautiful tropical island surrounded by a coral reef. Her mom is a marine biologist, and every day, the two go exploring together. One day, Ayla notices that many of the fish have disappeared, and the once-vibrant corals have turned pale. She and her mom set out to save the corals--but is it too late?"--
Author
Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Introduces middle-grade readers to the insect specialties and traditions around the globe. They'll discover how nutritious bugs can be and why dining on insects is more environmentally friendly than eating traditional protein sources. Kids will see how making small changes in their own diets could help ensure no one goes hungry, and they can start with 13 tasty insect recipes.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
Formats
Description
Based on the real-life Lights Out movement, this inspirational picture book shows how even the smallest of actions, like flipping a switch, can make a big difference in helping migrating birds.
When the seasons change and it's time for a flock of sparrows to move on, a map made of stars guides their way. But when they reach the city, light pollution masks the map and confuses the birds. One sparrow becomes separated from the flock. A girl...
When the seasons change and it's time for a flock of sparrows to move on, a map made of stars guides their way. But when they reach the city, light pollution masks the map and confuses the birds. One sparrow becomes separated from the flock. A girl...
Author
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
This open access book reviews the importance of ecological functioning within rangelands considering the complex inter-relationships of production agriculture, ecosystem services, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat.
More than half of all lands worldwide, and up to 70% of the western USA, are classified as rangelands—uncultivated lands that often support grazing by domestic livestock. The rangelands of North America provide a vast array...
More than half of all lands worldwide, and up to 70% of the western USA, are classified as rangelands—uncultivated lands that often support grazing by domestic livestock. The rangelands of North America provide a vast array...
Author
Publisher
Berghahn Books
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
From the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's resistance against the Dakota Access pipeline to the Nepalese Newar community's protest of the Fast Track Road Project, Indigenous peoples around the world are standing up and speaking out against global capitalism to protect the land, water, and air. By reminding us of the fundamental importance of placing Indigenous politics, histories, and ontologies at the center of our social movements, Indigenous Resurgence
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Publisher
Blackstone Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
This engaging and persuasive book will show you how to make simple choices, starting today—in the supermarket, in your kitchen, and in the world—to reduce your environmental impact. Packed with eye-opening information, actionable items, and two dozen delicious recipes, Cool Food comes alive with engaging storytelling and refreshing humor. Robert and Tom have talked with experts around the globe—from farmers who are pioneering new pathways to...
Author
Publisher
Tin House
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Mysterious, graceful, and ever-clever, otters have captivated our imaginations despite the fact that few people have encountered one in the wild. In Otter Country, celebrated nature writer Miriam Darlington captures the fascination she's had for these playful animals since childhood and chronicles her immersive journey into their watery world. As she's drawn deeper into wilder habitats, trekking through changing landscapes, seasons, and weather, Darlington...
Author
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Once upon a time a creek burbled up and tumbled across a prairie valley. It was filled with insects and brook trout that ate them, frogs that chirruped and birds watching for bugs and fish. This is a true story about a man named Mike who went looking for that creek long after it was buried under fields of corn. It is the story of how a creek can be brought back to life, and with it a whole world of nature.
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