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Mother Nature's Greatest Hits: The Top 40 Wonders of the Animal World
by Bartleby NashThe animal kingdom provides an endless source of amusement and fascination for the casual observer - a flotilla of fuzzy goslings following its parents through a pond, a house cat stalking its prey as gracefully as a lioness, the elegant design of a spider's web or a zebra's markings.
Mother to Tigers
by George Ella Lyon Peter CatalanottoMother to Tigers This remarkable book--strikingly striped as tigers are, sympathetically spoken as any child could wish--is a moving picture-book biography of Helen Martini, founder of the Bronx Zoo's animal nursery. Full color.
Mother West Wind's Animal Friends
by Thornton W. BurgessWhen a mysterious stranger comes to live in the Green Forest, its regular inhabitants become curious and alarmed. Who is this creature and how does he manage to protect himself from even the strongest of the animals -- including Mr. Bobcat and King Bear? 6 black-and-white illustrations.
Mother West Wind's Neighbors (Dover Children's Thrift Classics)
by Thornton W. BurgessFifteen delightful fables from the world of the Green Forest will entertain and educate young readers as they find out why Johnny Chuck doesn't like Blacky the Crow and why Ol' Mistah Buzzard has a bald head. They'll learn what is in Mrs. Possum's big pocket and even discover who stole Mrs. Grouse's eggs.
Mothers and Others
by Sarah Blaffer HrdySomewhere in Africa, more than a million years ago, a line of ape began to rear their young differently than their Great Ape ancestors. From this form of care came new ways of engaging and understanding each other. How such singular human capacities evolved, and how they have kept us alive for generations, is revealed in this book.
Mothers and Others: The Evolutionary Origins of Mutual Understanding
by Sarah Blaffer HrdySomewhere in Africa, more than a million years ago, a line of apes began to rear their young differently than their Great Ape ancestors. From this new form of care came new ways of engaging and understanding each other. How such singular human capacities evolved, and how they have kept us alive for thousands of generations, is the mystery revealed in this bold and wide-ranging new vision of human emotional evolution. Mothers and Others finds the key in the primatologically unique length of human childhood. If the young were to survive in a world of scarce food, they needed to be cared for, not only by their mothers but also by siblings, aunts, fathers, friends-and, with any luck, grandmothers. Out of this complicated and contingent form of childrearing, Sarah Hrdy argues, came the human capacity for understanding others. Mothers and others teach us who will care, and who will not. From its opening vision of "apes on a plane"; to descriptions of baby care among marmosets, chimpanzees, wolves, and lions; to explanations about why men in hunter-gatherer societies hunt together, Mothers and Others is compellingly readable. But it is also an intricately knit argument that ever since the Pleistocene, it has taken a village to raise children-and how that gave our ancient ancestors the first push on the path toward becoming emotionally modern human beings.
Mothers are Like That (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue: Level H #Level H)
by Carol CarrickA simple description of animal and human mothers caring for their young.
The Mother's Day Mice
by Eve BuntingBiggest Mouse, Middle Mouse, and Little Mouse all want to surprise Mother on Mother's Day. But can these playful mice pick the best presents all by themselves without getting into a whole lot of trouble.
Mother's Day Surprise
by Stephen Krensky Kathi EmberA snake dreams up an unusual Mother's Day gift. Violet is a young snake who likes to play with the other animals in the forest. But when spring arrives, her friends get very busy making presents for Mother's Day. Violet is glad everyone's working so hard, but what can she do for her own mother? Without arms or legs or teeth, she can't make gifts as the other animals can. Then Violet discovers that there is one thing she can do that's different-and comes up with the most original gift of all!
A Mother's Love (Step into Reading)
by Melissa LagonegroPixar Animation Studio's 13th animated feature film, Disney/Pixar Brave, is an epic adventure set in the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. Determined to carve her own path in life, a skilled archer named Princess Merida defies a sacred age-old custom—and inadvertently unleashes a beastly curse upon the kingdom. To set things right, Merida embarks on a perilous quest and discovers the meaning of true bravery. This Step 2 reader based on the film is perfect for boys and girls ages 4-6.
Mothers of Others (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Red #Level N)
by Donna LathamA dog becomes mother to an orphaned squirrel. A leopard saves a baby baboon instead of killing it. What's going on? Find out what makes some animals become mothers of others.
Moths (Nature's Children)
by Bill IvyIn this book you will learn about the many varieties of moths, where they live and their life cycle.
A Mountain Alphabet (ABC Our Country)
by Margriet RuursMountains are an impressive sight anywhere in the world but those of the western mountain region of North America offer riches that are truly unique. This lavishly illustrated picture book presents snowcapped peaks, emerald lakes, tall pines and magnificent maples, and a range of birds and animals that will fill readers of all ages with wonder.The treasures and mysteries of nature are depicted in twenty-six full-color paintings, each with a line of alliterative text. Objects that begin with that letter of the alphabet are waiting to be discovered in each illustration. Complete with detailed information about each setting painted, this is a visually and mentally stimulating experience – from A to Z.
Mountain Dog
by Margarita Engle Aleksey Ivanov Olga IvanovWhen Tony's mother is sent to jail, he is sent to stay with a great uncle he has never met in Sierra Nevada. It is a daunting move -- Tony's new world bears no semblance to his previous one. But slowly, against a remote and remarkable backdrop, the scars from Tony's troubled past begin to heal. <P><P>With his Tia and a search-and-rescue dog named Gabe by his side, he learns how to track wild animals, is welcomed to the Cowboy Church, and makes new friends at the Mountain School. <P><P>Most importantly though, it is through Gabe that Tony discovers unconditional love for the first time, in Mountain Dog by Margarita Engle. <P><P>A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2013
Mountain Dog Rescue (Dog Tales #3)
by Coleen HubbardA Bernese Mount Dog is the star of this snowy adventure that includes factual information on the breed. Jon's brother, Eric, is a skiing champion. Jon is only good at thinking up inventions and playing with his dog, Mogul. As the brothers go skiing together, Eric has a serious accident and must depend on his brother's quick mind and his strong dog for help.
Mountain Goats (Nature's Children)
by Bill IvyDid you know that mountain goats are more related to antelope than they are to goats? Learn about these interesting creatures in this book.
Mountain Gorilla (Road to Recovery)
by Barbara A. SomervillReinforces environmental awareness by telling stories about the mountain gorillas that have been near the brink of extinction and are beginning to make a comeback.
Mountain Guardians: A K9 Collection (K-9 Mountain Guardians)
by Christy Barritt Hope White Elizabeth GoddardFrom USA Today bestselling author Christy Barritt, Hope White and Elizabeth Goddard come three exciting romantic suspense stories about K-9 Mountain Guardians on the trail of danger.Trained to Defend by Christy BarrittFalsely accused of killing her boss, Sarah Peterson has no choice but to rely on her ex-fiancé, police consultant Colton Hawk, and her boss’s loyal husky for protection. But can they clear her name before the real murderer manages to silence her for good?Mountain Hostage by Hope WhiteAfter an ambush during a hike through the mountains, Zoe Pratt ends up injured and her friend kidnapped. Now Zoe’s a target…and relying on search and rescue volunteer Jack Monroe and his K-9 partner is her only shot at survival.Fugitive Trail by Elizabeth GoddardWhen an escaped convict vows revenge on Deputy Sierra Young, former coworker turned PI Bryce Elliott is determined to protect her. But can Bryce, Sierra and her search-and-rescue K-9, Samson, track the fugitive before he succeeds in taking their lives?From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
Mountain Hostage (K-9 Mountain Guardians)
by Hope WhiteThey’re tracking a kidnapperBut will they be the next targets?After an ambush during a mountain hike, Zoe Pratt ends up shoved off the mountain and her friend kidnapped. Enigmatic search and rescue volunteer Jack Monroe tracks Zoe with the help of his K-9 partner, Romeo, but as the only witness to the attack, she’s far from safe. With Jack’s help, can she find her friend and take down her would-be killer?K-9 Mountain Guardians
The Mountain Lion
by Iona Seibert HiserBriefly describes several aspects of the mountain lion including appearance, hunting and eating behavior, population, etc.
Mountain Lions of the Black Hills: History and Ecology
by Jonathan A. JenksThe story of the recovery of mountain lions in the Black Hills of South Dakota.Mountain lions, sometimes called pumas or cougars, were once spread throughout the United States, occupying all 48 of the contiguous states. By the 1960s, though, they were almost extinct in central and eastern North America. In Mountain Lions of the Black Hills, Dr. Jonathan A. Jenks, who, along with his team of graduate students, has tracked over 200 of these fascinating predators, tells the complex story of the big cats’ lives in the northern Great Plains.Jenks reports on mountain lion population dynamics, diet, nutrition, diseases, behavior, and genetics. He explores the impact of a changing prey base on population growth and decline, movements within and away from the region, and hunting on the species; discusses interactions between the cats and livestock; and examines local people’s evolving perceptions of mountain lions. Throughout, Jenks explores how we can balance conservation techniques with the needs of humans.Providing a unique look into how a large, secretive predator recolonized an isolated region of North America, Mountain Lions of the Black Hills is required reading for wildlife professionals. A captivating text for anyone struck by the wild majesty of these big cats, this book provides invaluable data upon which to make sound management decisions in the Great Plains and beyond.
Mountain Mission (Race the Wild #6)
by Kristin EarhartDoes Team Red have what it takes to beat the best of the best? When the race lands in the Himalayas, one of the most treacherous mountain ranges in the world, the all-stars better get ready to climb to new heights! But the competition is getting tough -- especially with a new team member on board. If Russell and the red team can't keep up, they are looking at a long fall to the back of the pack!
Mountain Pony: A Story of the Wyoming Rockies (Mountain Pony #1) (Famous Horse Stories)
by Henry V. LaromA rousing present-day adventure story for all boys and girls who like horses and outdoors. Andy Marvin, soon after his arrival in Wyoming, buys a sorrel pony from a man who is abusing it. Although Andy is bucked off, run away with, and subjected to all the mischievous tricks a Western pony can think of, he gradually tames tough little Sunny. Eventually they become inseparable companions. With Uncle Wes, the head game warden, and Sally, "a top hand on any ranch," Andy and Sunny share in a series of dangerous adventures which include a search for game rustlers. A novel of rip-roaring action by a man who knows his locale and has an exciting story to tell.
Mountain Pony and the Elkhorn Mystery: Mountain Pony #4 (Famous Horse Stories)
by Henry V. LaromAn old prospector has died,and his rumored wealth is nowhere to be found. Judging from the number of mysterious visitors on Andy Marvin's newly acquired ranch, there are a lot of people who think the treasure is buried there. When Andy and Sally learn the secret of the first elkhorn tie slide, a dangerous race begins. Older boys and girls will welcome this new Mountain Pony novel, and read with special excitement the vivid, frightening scenes of the great forest fire which isolates the holders of the last clue. All of the original characters are here, with a newcomer to the series too, the exuberant little white terrier puppy named Pocket.
Mountain Pony and the Pinto Colt: Mountain Pony #2 (Famous Horse Stories)
by Henry V. LaromAndy Marvin helps his best friend save an old gray pack mare from the cannery when they discover she has a beautiful new pinto colt. Saving old Tappy came at a steep price, Andy learns, when rustlers steal the mare and her foal, and threaten to kill Andy and his beloved mountain pony Sunny as he tries to foil their plans.