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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Critters of Colorado 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 Centennial State. If an animal is in this book, it’s found in Colorado. Each species is...
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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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Julia Rutland, author of Homestyle Kitchen: Fresh & Timeless Comfort Food for Sharing, showcases her Cream of Mushroom Soup recipe. We tried it and so should you! Before Campbell’s began selling cans of condensed cream of mushroom soup in 1934, cooks had to prepare the thickened...
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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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Birding is a favorite pastime for many in the Sooner State! Learn to identify Oklahoma birds with this easy-to-use field guide, featuring beautiful photographs and helpful information. Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guides are simple and informative and make bird-watching in Oklahoma even more enjoyable. There’s no...
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Julia Rutland, author of our newest cookbook, Homestyle Kitchen, shares her recipe for Stuffed Eggs with Bacon-Onion Jam. It makes a great appetizer to bring to parties or enjoy with your family during the next gathering. I brought some to a football-watching party and a...
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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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