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Two Hoots
Pub. Date
2021.
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English
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From a blackbird in a Devon garden to leopards in the African savanna, hibernating bears and chimpanzees high in the forest canopy, this stunning picture book reminds us all of our connection with nature, and with each other, and the urgent need for us to join together in caring for the world and every creature in it.
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Embark on an enlightening journey through the enchanting realms of the world's forests with "Top 100+ Facts about Forests." Delve deep into the heart of these biodiverse ecosystems and uncover a treasure trove of fascinating insights that illuminate the importance, beauty, and intricacies of forests.From the towering canopies of ancient rainforests to the serene tranquility of temperate woodlands, this comprehensive ebook presents an immersive exploration...
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Get the Summary of Abigail Tucker's The Lion in the Living Room in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Lion in the Living Room" by Abigail Tucker explores the complex history and evolution of domestic cats, tracing their journey from prehistoric predators to beloved household pets. The book delves into the natural history of cats, examining their anatomy, diet, and solitary hunting behaviors that have persisted...
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A compilation of the most popular tourist attractions in the Philippines highlighting their natural and cultural beauty and character, favorite cuisine native to the area, sports and activities commonly held, ways and mode of transportation to get there from the capital city of Manila. A guide both local and foreign tourist may find handy and functional.
8) The Zoo Book
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First published in 1926. About the London Zoo, a century ago. Fascinating read. Absolutely astounding how times have changed, totally casual attitude to zoo animals dying during capture and transport. You were allowed to feed the animals. Good photos.
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Français
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Qui n'a jamais souhaité pouvoir observer les oiseaux du Québec directement dans sa cour ? Que vous habitiez en milieu rural, en banlieue ou en ville, ce livre refoule de précieux conseils afin de tout mettre en place pour accueillir une multitude d'espèces ailées chez vous, toute l'année. Au fil des pages, vous en apprendrez plus sur les différents types de végétaux à inclure dans votre jardin par souci de le rendre plus attrayant pour nos...
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Few people realize how sophisticated and intelligent bats are. Merlin Tuttle knows, and he has stopped at nothing to find and protect them on every continent they inhabit. Sharing highlights from a lifetime of adventure and discovery, Tuttle takes us to the frontiers of bat research to show that frog-eating bats can identify frogs by their calls, that some bats have social sophistication similar to that of higher primates, and that bats have remarkable...
11) Gato feliz
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Español
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Con esta obra aprenderá a cuidar a su gato y a resolver cualquier duda que se pueda plantear en la vida diaria. Fermé-Fradin, veterinaria experta en comportamiento y en patologías felinas, propone consejos para:
- entender y respetar el modo de vida del gato;
- proporcionarle la mejor alimentación (alimentación básica, complementos...);
- asegurarle los cuidados necesarios para que esté en forma (vacunas, corte de uñas...).
¡Un auténtico...
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Ever wonder what it's like to have a zoo in your backyard? The dream isn't as far-fetched as you think.Michael Holmes and his mother did it. And this book recounts every animal they saw in their zoo that had no cages, and could be visited by birds and animals at will.All it took was wild idea, and few hundred dollars of animal food. Welcome to the backyard zoo!
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Nero: for thousands of years his name has stood synonymous with the Roman Empire. But why? What was it about this enigmatic personality that catapulted him into becoming Emperor as a 16-year-old? It was at a time when Rome not only ruled the world, but also managed to house 1 million inhabitants - a population achievement not reached for almost a further 2,000 years when Queen Victoria reigned in London. In his heyday, pagan priests proclaimed that...
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In life we are so busy working, juggling family life as well as trying to have moments to ourselves to enjoy life. When was the last time you just stopped and just looked around you and see the beauty of this world. Capturing the essence of nature not touched and how it can bring a sense of peace over you by simply taking a few minutes out of your day to enjoy the simple things in life. Like listening to the birds have conversations, watching the...
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This book describes how camouflage works, how to achieve best effectiveness, with application for hunting as well as any other activities where stealth is needed. The methods described in this book will give the reconnaissance operator the ability to blend and make camo to his operational environment and help with the large and small patterns that will make him a very hard target. These methods and techniques will apply to hunters and special forces...
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At sixteen, Kenn Kaufman dropped out of the high school where he was student council president and hit the road, hitching back and forth across America, from Alaska to Florida, Maine to Mexico. Maybe not all that unusual a thing to do in the seventies, but what Kenn was searching for was a little different: not sex, drugs, God, or even self, but birds. A report of a rare bird would send him hitching nonstop from Pacific to Atlantic and back again....
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The book collection "Aquaponics systems, fish" is intended to disseminate the sciences of synergistic food production such as aquaponics. This food production system is accessible to the general public and eliminates many of the current problems related to the control of the context of an aquaponic system. In this sixth volume, specific topics of improvement and management of the aquaponic production unit are addressed. Specific cases and monetization...
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Kane Press, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2024.
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English
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Heather's magical umbrella takes her and her team near a wildfire where they help create a "burn break" and assist the locals. Includes weather terms, information about ways people can prevent wildfires, and weather experiments to supplement the story.
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Español
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Una flor es la estructura reproductiva de las plantas que producen semillas. Suele estar compuesto por cuatro partes principales: sépalos, pétalos, estambres y carpelos. Los sépalos son las hojas modificadas que protegen a la flor antes de que florezca, mientras que los pétalos son las hojas modificadas que suelen dar a la flor su color y atractivo. Los estambres son las estructuras masculinas que producen el polen y los carpelos son las estructuras...
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When you go into nature, just look around you. You'll learn to move slowly and let go, to be flexible and soft while staying strong, and to revel in your uniqueness while working with those around you. This gentle introduction to mindfulness and meditation encourages children to take cues from the creatures and sights around them, giving readers tools to manage worry and big feelings. Adorable, kid-friendly illustrations make the lessons widely accessible...
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