Musk Oxen


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Introduces the musk ox and describes how they survive against the harsh environment and predators of the tundra.




A Is for Musk Ox


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Musk Ox takes over an alphabet book, explaining to his friend Zebra why almost every letter can be used to describe musk oxen.




Cozy


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A New York Times Bestseller! A group of clever animals find an unusual but warm and furry home during Alaska's long winter in Jan Brett's newest snowy adventure. Cozy is the softest musk ox in Alaska, with the warmest fur you ever did feel. When a storm hits while he's separated from his family, he starts to feel lonely—but not for long. As the snow piles up, animals start to notice just how warm and cozy Cozy really is! One mama lemming has a bright idea . . . maybe the best place to spend the winter is under Cozy's fur! As more and more animals burrow in, Cozy adds to the house rules: quiet voices, gentle thumping, claws to yourself, no biting, and no pouncing. That seems easy enough . . . until the lemmings, snowshoe hare, snowy owl, arctic fox, and wolverine begin to bicker. Luckily, signs of spring soon appear, and that means Cozy can find his herd and his new friends can head to their summer homes. But not before promising to get cozy with Cozy next year! Jan Brett brings a new lovable character to life through this gorgeous tale of sharing, friendship, and living in harmony. Snuggle up with all of Jan Brett's snowy treasures: The Mitten, The Hat, The Snowy Nap, The Three Snow Bears , and The Trouble With Trolls.




Muskoxen and Their Hunters


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"Muskoxen, shaggy denizens of the Far North, are creatures long enveloped in myth. In this first major work on the muskox, Peter C. Lent presents a comprehensive account of how its fortunes have been intertwined with our own since the glaciations of the Pleistocene era.




The World According to Musk Ox


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From Africa to North America, Asia to the Arctic—our dynamic, hilarious duo are back and ready to travel around the world. Join a rowdy musk ox and a cantankerous zebra on the adventure of a lifetime—a tour through the seven continents! Erin Cabatingan and Matthew Myers team up again in this wild and crazy adventure around the world. A Neal Porter Book




The Itchy Little Musk Ox


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The patience of a little musk ox is sorely tried when he suffers an itch that he cant scratch. Theres not a tree in sightnothing to rub against for reliefso he wanders away from the herd looking for a branch, a rock pile, anything. On his journey, he meets with three individuals: a buffalo, a wolf, and a Native woman. Through his interaction with each one, he learns something new and affirming about himself before returning to the herd. Endnotes include information about how musk ox were native to Alaska until they were decimated by hunters in 1865, then reintroduced in the early 1930s; biological/behavioral details about the animals; and info about the cottage industry among Native villages in which women knit the qiviut (KIV-ee-oot), the rare underwool, into beautiful, warm garments. Learn more two-page section provides facts and information about the animal and about qiviut, the softest wool in the world which comes from musk ox.




Luna's Big Oxcident


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"Luna the musk ox loved being part of a herd because everyone was just like her. And being like her was the best thing to be! Then a bad accident causes Luna to change her point of view. A gentle tale about difference, acceptance and inclusion with an important lesson for readers of all ages."--Back cover




The Photo Ark


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This book of photography represents National Geographic's Photo Ark, a major cross-platform initiative and lifelong project by photographer Joel Sartore to make portraits of the world's animals -- especially those that are endangered. His message: to know these animals is to save them. Sartore intends to photograph every animal in captivity in the world. He is circling the globe, visiting zoos and wildlife rescue centers to create studio portraits of 12,000 species, with an emphasis on those facing extinction. He has photographed more than 6,000 already and now, thanks to a multi-year partnership with National Geographic, he may reach his goal. This book showcases his animal portraits: from tiny to mammoth, from the Florida grasshopper sparrow to the greater one-horned rhinoceros. Paired with the prose of veteran wildlife writer Douglas Chadwick, this book presents an argument for saving all the species of our planet.




Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula


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Moon Travel Guides: Find Your Adventure! Discover the rugged charms of The Last Frontier's mountains, glaciers, and rivers with Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries for any timeline or budget, including five days in Anchorage, to a weekend in Denali National Park, and a two-week adventure exploring each region Curated advice for outdoor adventurers, culture mavens, wildlife enthusiasts, budget travelers, and more Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Embark on a day cruise to admire the stunning fjords, and watch brown bears catching wild salmon out of a river. Go snowboarding at a mountain resort, or hike through alpine forests. Dine on fresh king crab at the best restaurants in Anchorage, or catch your own halibut on a fishing expedition. Take an intrepid "flightseeing" tour to secluded glacier landings in Denali National Park, and discover the best spots to see the northern lights dance across the sky Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay, from local author and Alaska expert Don Pitcher Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout Detailed, thorough information including background on the landscape, climate, wildlife, and local culture With Moon Anchorage, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula's expert advice, myriad activities, and local insight on the best things to do and see, you can plan your trip your way. Craving more of Alaska? Check out Moon Alaska. Expanding your trip? Try Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip or Moon Banff National Park.