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In the history of life on this planet, 99.9 percent of all species have gone extinct. But a few have survived almost unchanged. Author Rebecca E. Hirsch introduces listeners to six living fossils, including the chambered nautilus, the horseshoe crab with its sticky blue blood, and venomous platypuses that sting, as well as a comprehensive explanation of evolution and extinction for listeners who may not be familiar with the terms yet.

Thunder is the noise made by lightning. Lightning and thunder happen at the same time, but have you ever noticed that you will see lightning before you hear thunder?

This audiobook describes the events of the Hindenburg airship disaster.

An eight-audiobook collection from the creators of the New York Times Best-Selling What Was? series that details the most famous disasters in history, including the Titanic, Pompeii, and the Great Depression. Perfect for curious young listeners, these eight titles provide exciting details about...

Who knew there were so many different kinds of vegetables? Nonfiction pro Gail Gibbons responds to the need for books on good nutrition with this accessible exploration of vegetables. From glossy red peppers to lush, leafy greens to plump orange pumpkins, vegetables are explored in depth to clearly explain the many vegetable varieties, how they are grown, and why they are so good for us to eat.

From best-selling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendant of Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another 'smart, informative, inclusive and accessible' book about trail-blazing women. This time, it's women who have helped protect our natural world from way before it was on a political agenda. Discover their untold stories.

“This in-depth, beautifully illustrated biography of Mary Anning sings with the passion and perseverance of the woman herself, who from girlhood on scoured the shifting cliffs of her native Dorset to dig out prehistoric mysteries and make sense of them—altering forever our view of the past...

This spare poetic story follows a group of kids as they move through all the different phases of the water cycle. From rain to fog to snow to mist, talented author Miranda Paul and the always remarkable Jason Chin (Redwoods, Coral Reefs, Island, Gravity) combine to create a beautiful and informative journey in this innovative nonfiction tale that will leave you thirsty for more.

You may know about the sinking of the Titanic. But did you know science played a big role in the ship’s voyage, disaster, and discovery? Learn all about the ship and the events that led to its sinking.

From wind and rain to tornadoes and hurricanes, weather is a powerful force in our world. Discover how weather changes the world we live in and how scientists learn about its impact on our daily lives.

Experience some of history's biggest disasters in these engaging titles. Reluctant listeners will hear about characters as they navigate tragedies like the sinking of the Titanic and the attack on Pearl Harbor. This volume includes The Challenger Explosion and The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.

Dig into geology with this curricular high-interest series. An engaging exploration of rocks, minerals, and fossils will keep listeners interested and make learning easy. This volume includes Fossils and Igneous Rocks.

Great white sharks are the largest predatory sharks in the sea! They live all over the world, have many sharp teeth, and can smell blood from miles away. Dive deep into the ocean, and find all the facts about these incredible sharks.

Parrots can do more than just mimic human speech. These colorful, sassy birds often mate for life, and some parrots can live 90 years or more. Learn more about these intelligent birds.

From mending fences to seedlings and combines, life on the farm changes from season to season. Discover what farmers do in winter. Learn how crops are harvested in fall.

In 1918, there was outbreak of a mysterious influenza virus that killed millions of people worldwide, making it the deadliest pandemic in history.

Forests create the air we need to breathe. They provide shade and homes for people and animals. They give us wood for fuel and for building materials. And they are beautiful spaces! But deforestation means humans are destroying more forests every day.

Experience some of history's biggest disasters in these engaging titles. Reluctant listeners will hear about characters as they navigate tragedies like the sinking of the Titanic and the attack on Pearl Harbor. This volume includes The Hindenburg Disaster and The Titanic Disaster

The Steller's sea cow, a cousin to the manatee, was hunted to extinction just 27 years after it was discovered. Another century passed before humans realized the need to preserve endangered species. Today scientists are working to ensure its cousin, the Florida manatee, doesn’t meet the same fate.

Cheetahs are the most rapidly vanishing cat in Africa. Share the dreams of a bright future for cheetahs while learning a wealth of natural history information. From cleat-like feet to tear-marked faces, these majestic cats are well adapted to life on the African plains. The fierce predators sprint after their prey at high speed, an exhausting dash that leaves them ready for a nap! This rhythmic text will lull listeners into cheetah dreams of their own.