Author :
Publisher : Miles Kelly Publishing
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 16,44 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Animals, Fossil
ISBN : 1848107307
Discover the beginnings of life on Earth and find out how animals evolved to live on land. Everything from the first single-celled bacteria, to the rise of the mammals and modern humans is included, and stunning images make this book a fantastic visual guide to the prehistoric world. - 1000 facts on 100 key topics - Hundreds of colour illustrations and photos - Ideal for use at home and at school.
Author : John Farndon
Publisher : Miles Kelly Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,21 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Plant varieties
ISBN : 9781842368190
Explore the amazing world of plants and find out some incredible facts. Exactly 1000 facts are covered by 100 topics, each with ten key points that provide a simple but memorable handle on the subject.
Author : Nancy Honovich
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 24,83 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1426329938
"Information about insects formatted for children."--
Author : Gillian Richardson
Publisher :
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 44,94 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Plants and history
ISBN : 9781554515202
Plants might start out as leafy things growing in the earth, but they can come into our lives in unexpected ways. And believe it or not, some have even played an exciting role in our world's history. Discover how : -- - Corn fueled new technologies and turns up in thousands of everyday products -- The ten plants in this book are the source of profound changes in the world, both good and bad. Through vibrant illustrations and astonishing facts, you'll discover that without them, our lives today would be vastly different.
Author : Jinny Johnson
Publisher : Barnes & Noble Publishing
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 44,69 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Birds
ISBN : 9780760745694
Discover 1000 Facts on Birds, an amazing guide into the world of birds. Facts combined with hundreds of pictures and illustrations along with easy to find information.
Author : Sarah Flynn
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 11,58 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1426328737
Through 1,000 fun-to-read facts about the White House and the people who have shaped its 225-year history, kids will learn what it's like to live and work at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the quirky rules of the house, and how the Secret Service keeps it safe. Full color.
Author : Jonathan Drori
Publisher : Laurence King Publishing
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 39,19 MB
Release : 2022-07-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 1399608789
An inspirational and beautifully illustrated book that tells the stories of 80 plants from around the globe. In his follow-up to the bestselling Around the World in 80 Trees, Jonathan Drori takes another trip across the globe, bringing to life the science of plants by revealing how their worlds are intricately entwined with our own history, culture and folklore. From the seemingly familiar tomato and dandelion to the eerie mandrake and Spanish 'moss' of Louisiana, each of these stories is full of surprises. Some have a troubling past, while others have ignited human creativity or enabled whole civilizations to flourish. With a colourful cast of characters all brought to life by illustrator Lucille Clerc, this is a botanical journey of beauty and brilliance. 'A beautiful celebration of the plants and flowers that surround us and a quiet call to arms for change' The Herald 'This charming and beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a voyage of discovery, exploring the many ingenious and surprising uses for plants in modern science and throughout history' Kew Magazine 'With beautiful illustrations from Lucille Clerc, this captivating book traverses the globe via plants: nettles in England, mangoes in India and tulips in the Netherlands' Daily Mail
Author : Lisa Amstutz
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 33,67 MB
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 172823929X
Botany for kids! Beautiful illustrations in this nature book provide information on the clever adaptations that help plants survive. How do you survive when danger is near and you are rooted in the ground? Plants use their defenses and fight back! As readers turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, they will find fun and poetic language describing various situation where different plants find themselves under attack. This is followed by informative, science-based lessons about these plants and their survival methods. Backmatter includes a glossary and a STEM challenge activity to use at home or in the classroom. Backmatter Includes: Explore More for Kids: photos and information about the plants in this book. Explore More for Teachers & Parents: Literacy and Science connections! A perfect book for: parents and teachers in search of homeschool supplies for kindergarten (or any grade!) anyone looking for children's books to help instill an appreciation of our planet!
Author : John Farndon
Publisher :
Page : 61 pages
File Size : 12,58 MB
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781842366295
Author : Markus Rothkranz
Publisher :
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 39,90 MB
Release : 2012-12-12
Category : Plants, Edible
ISBN : 9780983449065
