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Join the Lizard Lady as she cuts her way through thick Caribbean forests searching for critically endangered St. Croix ground lizards. Hunted to extinction on the island of St. Croix by invasive species brought by colonizing farmers, these lizards are now only found on surrounding islands in the US Virgin Islands. Listeners learn that a day in a life of a woman scientist can be anything but boring. Co-author Nicole F. Angeli is the Lizard Lady - can she help save these animals?

The muscular system is made up of three different kinds of muscles: skeletal muscles, smooth muscle, and heart muscle. But what does each kind of muscle do? And where in the body are they located? Explore the muscular system in this engaging and informative audiobook.

Felina the Florida panther loves growing up in her forest home - until the forest starts to shrink! Trees begin to disappear, and Felina doesn't understand the new busy highway in the neighborhood. Other animals are in danger, too. Will Felina find a way to survive as humans threaten to ruin her home?

Blizzards are an irresistible force of nature. This audiobook of history and science brings to life personal stories of survival and heroism. Opening with the tale of the Blizzards of 1888, which took the northeastern U.S. completely by surprise, this audiobook's chilling excitement will hold listeners till the end. Blizzards is part of the Natural Disasters non-fiction series that will engage listeners of all ages, including English Language Learners.

Former teachers Richard and Judy Dockrey Young bring their frightening performances alive on audio with 14 ghost stories from the American Southwest.

Neil Armstrong's journey to the moon is the focus of the fifteenth entry in the New York Times bestselling series of biographies about heroes. This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically...

Plongez dans le monde fascinant de la météo avec "L'Explorateur du Temps" ! Parfait pour les jeunes esprits curieux, ce livre emmène les enfants dans un voyage captivant à travers différents phénomènes météorologiques, des journées ensoleillées aux orages en passant par les paysages enneigés. Rejoignez-nous pour découvrir les mystères du ciel. Apprenez comment le soleil réchauffe la Terre, pourquoi les nuages se forment et ce qui provoque la pluie, la neige et les tempêtes.

Perfect for listeners aged 8-12 years, Journey Through Earth's Wonders is an ideal addition to any audiobook library, whether you are a seasoned traveler, a nature enthusiast, or simply someone who loves to explore the beauty of our world from the comfort of your home.

"Un Voyage Fantaisiste à Travers le Système Solaire" est un livre pour enfants captivant qui offre une visite délicieuse et éducative de notre système solaire. Ce livre se distingue pour plusieurs raisons : Personnification Engageante des Planètes : Chaque planète est personnifiée de manière unique avec des caractéristiques charmantes, les rendant relatables et mémorables pour les jeunes lecteurs. Cette approche créative donne vie aux corps célestes, transformant des concepts scientifiques complexes en histoires captivantes.

Sumérgete en el emocionante mundo del clima con "El Explorador del Clima"! Perfecto para las mentes jóvenes y curiosas, este libro lleva a los niños en un fascinante viaje a través de diferentes patrones climáticos, desde días soleados hasta tormentas y paisajes nevados. Únete a nosotros mientras descubrimos los misterios del cielo. Aprende cómo el sol calienta la Tierra, por qué se forman las nubes y qué causa la lluvia, la nieve y las tormentas.

This friendly and empowering puberty guide helps growing up feel less confusing and more confidence-boosting for girls and the trusted adults supporting them. Suppose you want a simple, age-appropriate resource that answers fundamental questions without embarrassment or overwhelm. In that case, this doctor-teacher-approved guide is the perfect fit.

Estrellas y Constelaciones: Un Cielo Lleno de Historias presenta a los pequeños lectores las maravillas del cielo nocturno. Con explicaciones sencillas y mapas estelares fascinantes, los niños aprenderán a reconocer constelaciones famosas como Orión, Leo, Tauro, Casiopea, Escorpio, Piscis ¡y muchas más!

Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary". Hear how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young listeners will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims.

In March 1900, San Francisco's health department investigated a strange and horrible death in Chinatown. A man had died of bubonic plague, one of the world's deadliest diseases. But how could that be possible? Acclaimed author and scientific expert Gail Jarrow brings the history of a medical mystery to life in vivid and exciting detail for young listeners. She spotlights the public health doctors who desperately fought to end it, the political leaders who tried to keep it hidden, and the brave scientists who uncovered the plague's secrets.

JÁ PENSOU NA HISTÓRIA DA Chapeuzinho Vermelho COM OS PERSONAGENS DO GATO GALÁCTICO? ESSA É A Chapeuzinho Azul. ACOMPANHE RONI, LUNA E ASTRO EM UM MUNDO DE SURPRESAS. NESSA RELEITURA DIVERTIDA DE UM CLÁSSICO DOS CONTOS DE FADAS, TRADIÇÃO E IMAGINAÇÃO SE ENCONTRAM PARA CRIAR UMA AVENTURA INESQUECÍVEL.

Cuando Christopher Forrester se despierta inesperadamente con un dragón diminuto mordiéndole la cara, su corazón da un salto de alegría. Durante meses ha soñado con regresar al Archipiélago, el conjunto de islas secretas donde aún habitan todas las criaturas de la mitología. Lo que no esperaba era verse envuelto en una misión de rescate a lomos de una esfinge, ni tener que infiltrarse en la guarida de un dragón.

Desert, forest, or prairies—droughts can happen anywhere. Discover how small shifts in rain amounts can cause big changes to the land. Learn about droughts, what causes them, and how living things adapt to survive.

Saturn is famous for its rings. This very windy planet has another claim to fame—it has the most moons of all eight planets! Discover more amazing facts about the sixth planet in the solar system!

Why should you care about climate change? Weather affects your everyday life and climate change can have major impacts. Discover how scientists study climate change, what current research shows, and what you can do to reverse its effects.

Ghost hunter Yvette Fielding has been investigating spooky places for over 20 years. This time she is uncovering the ghostly histories of Britain's castles. From Oxford Castle to Bamburgh, these castles are filled with hauntings and spooky histories, brought to life by Yvette and the Most Haunted team’s investigations. Dare to discover poltergeist and paranormal activity including the ghost of Anne Boleyn, dastardly poisoners and even Vlad the Impaler!