Critters of Massachusetts is the kids’ wildlife pocket guide that’s informative, concise, and easy to use. Written by wildlife biologist Alex Troutman, this handy book presents 63 critters of the Bay State. If an animal is in this book, it’s found in Massachusetts. Each species is showcased...
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The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, Earth-friendly place. These most-welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yards into perfect habitats that attract them and, more importantly, help them thrive by landscaping with...
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For more than 30 years, Stan Tekiela has led an annual trip to south-central Nebraska to observe the migration of the sandhill cranes. Here is his report on this year’s visit. This year I had an incredible group of 10 that were so fun and just...
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The presence of birds, bees, and butterflies suggests a healthy, Earth-friendly place. These most-welcome guests also bring joy to those who appreciate watching them. Now, you can turn your yard into a perfect habitat that attracts them and, more importantly, helps them thrive with Native...
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Readers will improve their identification skills and learn more about spiders and their webs with Dr. Sebastian Echeverri’s Spiders of the United States & Canada. Many of us know spiders through their immense cultural impact—in traditional mythology, modern media, and ongoing research into super-strong materials and...
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Coastal Life of the Pacific Coast, by Stephanie Panlasigui, guides your exploration of the beautiful, awe-inspiring Pacific Coast. The guide starts with a quick explanation of how beaches are formed and why they are important. Also included is a list of a few organizations that...
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How many times have you seen a caterpillar and wondered, “What in the world is that?” Caterpillars of North America by Jaret Daniels provides an easy-and-fun way to identify them. It features more than 90 of the most common, widespread, and readily observable caterpillars in...
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Witnessing a whale breaching out of the water from a distance is an unforgettable experience, and so is spotting a bottlenose dolphin skimming beside a boat. Whale-Watching on the Pacific Coast, written by environmental educator and Emmy Award-winning documentary film producer Stan Minasian, is an introduction...
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Imagine being under the night sky, staring up at the bright stars with family, friends, and like-minded strangers—all appreciating the view together. These gatherings, or star parties, not only create an opportunity to stargaze, but they also enhance one’s sense of community, learning, and wonder...
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James Kuether, paleoartist and author of Dinosaurs for Kids, claims that dinosaurs are everywhere. You’ve been surrounded by dinosaurs all your life. You see them everywhere you go. Toy shelves are filled with every dinosaur imaginable, and they star in the biggest blockbuster movies. You...
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