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Coral Reefs of Cuba (Coral Reefs of the World #18)
by Vassil N. Zlatarski John K. Reed Shirley A. Pomponi Sandra Brooke Stephanie FarringtonThis comprehensive volume gathers foremost experts on the coral reefs of Cuba who represent a spectrum of disciplines, including biology, conservation ecology, economics and geology. The volume is organized along general themes including the Cuban Reef biota, reefs occurring in the Mesophotic and Eutrophic zones, ecology, conservation, management and the economic importance of the coral reefs of Cuba. The combination of case studies, new and previously published research, historical overview and examples of the ways in which research has contributed to the management and conservation of Cuban coastal resources provides a unique reference for graduate students and professionals holding a wide range of interests and expertise related to coral reef systems.
Geninne's Art: Birds In Watercolor, Collage, and Ink
by Geninne ZlatkisA personal field guide to how the popular Santa Fe artist finds her inspiration and creates her charming paintings and collages of birds and nature.Brimming with inspiring examples of the artist’s work, this beautiful book takes you inside Geninne’s studio for an in-depth look at how she creates. You will discover, step by step, how this devoted artist spends time photographing nature, selecting her materials, and developing her personal imagery. Explore:How her studio is set up, how she works, and what materials and tools she usesHow she captures nature with both a camera and phone for referenceHer artistic process through the step-by-step creation of 5 watercolor paintings, 5 collages, and 5 ink drawings, with notes on each medium and techniqueAs a special bonus, the book includes 32 pages of collage papers, painted and selected by Geninne, for you to use as you explore and develop your own artistic voice.Vibrant, detailed, and richly imaginative, Geninne’s interpretation of the birds she has observed so closely will inspire you to use the natural world as fodder for your paintings, drawings, and collages.“Lovely . . . If you’re a playful artist avid about collage or ink drawing, you might be smitten.” —Arts & Activities
Puppy and Me
by Allia Zobel-Nolan"Puppy and Me" is a delightful way to encourage interactive and tactile development for babies and young children up to age three. A soft and furry cloth puppy ear hangs from the puppy featured on the cover. Limited picture descriptions present.
Professional Crocodile
by Giovanna Zoboli Mariachiara Di GiorioAn ALA Notable Book: A &“funny, surprising&” tale told though stunningly delightful artwork (The Wall Street Journal). Mr. Crocodile loves his job. Every morning he gets up with an alarm. He brushes his teeth. He chooses the right tie to match his outfit, eats a quick slice of toast, and heads off to work on a crowded train. But what exactly is his job? The answer may surprise you! Readers young and old will want to pore over this witty, wordless book again and again, finding new details and fresh stories every time.
Professional Crocodile
by Giovanna Zoboli Mariachiara Di GiorgioMr. Crocodile loves his job. Every morning he gets up with an alarm. He brushes his teeth. He chooses the right tie to match his outfit, eats a quick slice of toast, and heads off to work on a crowded train. But what exactly is his job? The answer may surprise you! Readers will want to pore over this witty, wordless book again and again, finding new details and fresh stories with every reading. Plus, this is the fixed format version, which looks almost identical to the print edition.
National Geographic Readers: Prehistoric Mammals (Readers Ser.)
by Kathleen Zoehfeld Franco TempestaFrom woolly mammoths to saber-toothed cats, prehistoric mammals once roamed Earth. With beautiful and engaging illustrations, authentic photos, and accessible text, kids will learn all about these mighty mammals in this Level 2 reader.
Disney's: Pooh's Mailbox
by Kathleen W. ZoehfeldPooh and his friends check their mailboxes and share the content with one another.
Adventure Cat! (National Geographic Kids Chapters)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldJoin three fantastic felines as they embark on the adventures of their (nine) lives in this colorful Chapters book, filled with photos and fun facts. <P><P>Meet Dusty, a Siamese cat who gives the phrase "cat burglar" new meaning. Take to the seas with Skatty, a sailor and cat hero. And trek across the United States with Vladimir, a real-life cat explorer! <P><P>These amazing--and TRUE--stories are sure to keep cat lovers and adventure fans on the edge of their seats.
Dinosaur Tracking!
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldYoung Carla finds some strange looking footprints in the backyard, and her family makes a trip to the museum to figure out what left them. They learn about the relationship between birds and dinosaurs.
Dinosaurs (Readers)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldThere's nothing more fascinating than dinosaurs. In this Level 1 reader, youngsters learn all about the terrifying giants that once roamed the Earth-maybe even as close as their own backyard! They'll be wowed by new information and eye-popping illustrations from National Geographic, a trusted source of children's nonfiction content. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Dolphin's First Day: The Story of a Bottlenose Dolphin
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldDescribes a baby dolphin's experiences during his first day in the ocean.
Finding the First T. REX
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldIN 1902, WILLIAM HORNADAY handed a map to the famous paleontologist Barnum Brown. It was Hornaday’s hand-drawn directions to a remote area of the Montana Badlands, where he believed amazing dinosaur fossils lay buried. Following the map, Brown dug up a jawbone edged with six-inch long teeth, the remains of a monstrous creature no one had ever seen before. But one bone wasn’t enough, and Brown soon found himself in a desperate race to discover the skeleton of the mystery carnivore! From the Trade Pap...
From Tadpole to Frog (Scholastic Reader, Level 1)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldHow DOES a tadpole become a frog?Watch a tiny tadpole grow into an adult frog in this book full of facts and photographs. Learn what tadpoles eat, how they survive, and how they transform into frogs.
Hatch!
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldLearn about how eggs grow and hatch, and how baby chickens can be hatched using an incubator.
Home from the Sea
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldEach year, elephant seals migrate from Alaska to California, and back again. Kids will discover how the herd eats, fights, eats some more, and raises the next generation of baby seals. The seal pups mature for a few months, then join their parents on the next great migration to their favorite feeding grounds.
How Deep Is the Ocean? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldRead and find out about the deepest part of the ocean in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.The ocean covers almost three-quarters of the Earth, but how deep does it go? Put on your scuba gear and explore the ocean, from its shallowest waters to its deepest, most mysterious parts. As you dive deeper, you’ll discover glowing animals, strange creatures that don’t need sunlight to survive, and even the largest hunter in the world.With beautiful illustrations and engaging text, How Deep Is the Ocean? will guide young readers into the deepest parts of the ocean. Featuring a find-out-more section with a water-pressure experiment, a lesson in making a sounding line to learn how scientists measure the depth of the ocean, a glossary of new terms, and web research prompts, this book will begin children’s explorations of the deep sea. Both the text and the artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. David Gruber, real-life deep sea explorer and professor of biology and environmental science at Baruch College.This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are:hands-on and visualacclaimed and trustedgreat for classroomsTop 10 reasons to love LRFOs:Entertain and educate at the same timeHave appealing, child-centered topicsDevelopmentally appropriate for emerging readersFocused; answering questions instead of using survey approachEmploy engaging picture book quality illustrationsUse simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skillsFeature hands-on activities to engage young scientistsMeet national science education standardsWritten/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the fieldOver 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interestsBooks in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
Penguins, Level 1 Ages 5 and 6 (Scholastic Science Readers Series)
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld"In this book, the lives of penguins are described from the egg to the ocean. Young readers learn how these Arctic creatures live, what they eat, and how they care for their young."
Secrets of the Garden: Food Chains and the Food Web in Our Background
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldPerfect for Earth Day and spring planting season--an outstanding book about backyard science the whole family will appreciate. Alice's family plants a vegetable garden each spring, and this budding naturalist reports all she sees about how the plants grow, what insects come to eat the plants, and what birds and animals come to eat the insects. It's the food chain, right in her own backyard! While Alice's narrative is simple and engaging, science concepts are presented in more depth in sidebars by a pair of very knowledgeable (and highly amusing) chickens! Noted science writer Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld knows how to layer information to make it accessible to a wide range of readers and useful for educators. And illustrator Priscilla Lamont's funny, friendly paintings make this a garden everyone will want to explore. Kids will eat up this wonderful book of backyard science—and perhaps they'll even be inspired to eat their vegetables!
Terrible Tyrannosaurs (Lets-Read-and-Find-Out Science® #Stage 2)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldDescribes what fossils tell us about the physical characteristics and behavior of the large carnivorous Tyrannosaurus rex.
What Lives in a Shell (Let's Read And Find Out)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldDescribes such animals as snails, turtles, and crabs, which live in shells and use coverings as protection
What Lives in a Shell? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)
by Kathleen Weidner ZoehfeldRead and find out about what lives in a shell in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.A house is a home for you, a nest is a home for a bird, and a cave is a home for a bear. But for some animals a shell is a home. Snails and turtles and crabs and clams all have shells that act as their homes and protect them from harm.This clear and appealing book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom, is a fascinating exploration of the many creatures that make a home in a shell. This picture book features beautifully accurate illustrations of the many types of shells—inside and out! Young readers will love exploring the fascinating homes of creatures like hermit crabs, scallops, and turtles.This is a Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are:hands-on and visualacclaimed and trustedgreat for classroomsTop 10 reasons to love LRFOs:Entertain and educate at the same timeHave appealing, child-centered topicsDevelopmentally appropriate for emerging readersFocused; answering questions instead of using survey approachEmploy engaging picture book quality illustrationsUse simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skillsFeature hands-on activities to engage young scientistsMeet national science education standardsWritten/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the fieldOver 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interestsBooks in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
Finding the First T. Rex (Totally True Adventures)
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld Jim NelsonIN 1902, WILLIAM HORNADAY handed a map to the famous paleontologist Barnum Brown. It was Hornaday's hand-drawn directions to a remote area of the Montana Badlands, where he believed amazing dinosaur fossils lay buried. Following the map, Brown dug up a jawbone edged with six-inch long teeth, the remains of a monstrous creature no one had ever seen before. But one bone wasn't enough, and Brown soon found himself in a desperate race to discover the skeleton of the mystery carnivore!From the Trade Paperback edition.
A Chick Grows Up
by Pam ZollmanThis series introduces young readers to the life cycles of living things. Readers will learn how chicks grow up to become roosters or hens, how some sharks come from eggs while others do not, and much more.
A Shark Pup Grows Up
by Pam Zollman- Format includes large color photographs, easy-to-read font, and simple interior design. - Series features vocabulary preview and review pages and backmatter, which gives young readers additional material to discuss or think about.