As I peruse my family bookshelf, I can’t help but notice that it’s filled with animal books. I suppose this isn’t surprising, considering how much kids love animals—especially cute ones. From stuffed teddy bears to household pets to beloved children’s books, animals are a part...
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In this week’s column, Stan Tekiela explains a few things about the skunk. I recently had a lively conversation about skunks with some friends. While explaining a few things about the animal, it occurred to me that skunks are one of those critters that are commonly...
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In this week’s NatureSmart column, Stan Tekiela talks about yellow-bellied marmots. Yes, I admit it, I am a nut about nature. Not just the big amazing birds and animals, such as eagles and bears, but the small critters too. I realized this (again) on my recent...
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We are excited to share Stan Tekiela’s first blog post on our website today. Stan will be contributing regularly for your reading pleasure. So, without further ado, here is his post about scary bats—just in time for Halloween! At the end of October, we tend to contemplate scary animals....
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Maggie the Peregrine Falcon is a special bird, and we consider her a friend of ours here at the Adventure Publications blog. Maggie is special because she is a survivor. And Maggie has one eye. Maggie the One-Eyed Peregrine Falcon is a true story told in...
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Super Animal Powers Earns Mom’s Choice Award Ahead of Publication! Acclaimed children’s author and superhero expert Ryan Jacobson joins forces with award-winning naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela to spotlight 13 North American animals and their astonishing super powers, such as the Peregrine Falcon’s “super speed” and...
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Kids will be crazy about critters after this engaging introduction to wildlife! Critter Litter: See What Critters Leave Behind is an entertaining, educational book featuring flaps that children can lift in order to see the scat (poop!), fun facts, and full-color photos of 12 mammals. Award-winning...
Read MoreThe Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. Around the world, parents, educators, retailers, and members of the media look for the Mom’s Choice Award mother-and-child Honoring Excellence seal of approval when selecting quality products and services for...
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