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The peregrine falcon, a spectacular hunter that feeds mainly on birds in flight, is just one of 12 fascinating birds of prey you'll learn about in this fact-filled little book. You'll also find out about the golden eagle, American kestrel, crested caracara, red-tailed hawk, African fish eagle, king vulture, and five other wild creatures of the air. For each bird, there's a full page of details describing its appearance, hunting patterns, natural habitat, and other characteristics, while a blank space on the page lets you supply the correct peel-and-apply sticker identifying the subject. A great way to combine sticker fun with learning about nature's high-flying predators, this excellent guide is ideal for use at home or in the classroom. Publisher: Dover Publications. Paperback, 12 pages. Measures 4" x 5.75"x0.1". Weighs 0.9 oz.
Youngsters and bird lovers of all ages will enjoy this hands-on activity book. Included are 12 full-color stickers on two plates depicting a flock of familiar birds: red-winged blackbird, Eastern bluebird, house sparrow, scarlet tanager, blue jay, American robin, American goldfinch, white-breasted nuthatch, tufted titmouse, Northern cardinal, downy woodpecker, and Northern oriole. On each page of the book, readers will find a concise, easy-to-read description (color, size, habitat, and other information) of one of the birds, along with a space for a sticker. As children learn about each bird they place the appropriate sticker in the space provided. It's a great way to have fun while absorbing a wealth of information about the birds around us. Publisher: Dover Publications. Paperback, 12 pages. Measures 4" x 5.75"x0.1". Weighs 0.9 oz.
Learn to identify the 12 most common leaves with these realistic stickers based on tulip, linden, black locust, sycamore, horse chestnut, paper birch, and other trees. Each illustration corresponds to a fact-filled page, which offers fascinating information on the tree's distinctive characteristics plus a space for kids and nature lovers to place the sticker. Publisher: Dover Publications. Paperback, 12 pages. Measures 4" x 5.75" x 0.1". Weighs 0.9 oz.
If you like flowers, you'll love this little fact-filled guide. It features 12 different flowers that grow wild in fields and woods, including the Indian paintbrush, golden rod, buttercup, jack-in-the-pulpit, black-eyed Susan, New England aster, and six others. Detailed descriptions of each flower is included along with a place to apply a matching, full-color sticker. Publisher: Dover Publications. Paperback, 12 pages. Measures 4" x 5.75". Weighs 0.9 oz.
Following Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's Corps of Discovery as they navigate the muddy Missouri River and begin a great adventure, this activity book is set against the background of the vast North American continent. It takes children from President Jefferson's vision of an exploratory mission across a continent full of unique plants and animals through their dangerous and challenging journey into the unknown to the expedition's triumphant return to the frontier town of St. Louis. Twenty-one activities bring to life the Native American tribes they encountered, the plants and animals they discovered, and the camping and navigating techniques they used. A glossary of terms and listings of Lewis and Clark sites, museums, and related websites round out this comprehensive activity book. Publisher: Chicago Review Press. Paperback, 143 pages. Measures 11" x 8.5" x0.3". Weighs 1 lb 5.6 oz.
Mighty mountains, wild rivers, fiery volcanoes, huge glaciers, vast forests, tropical islands -- all part of our National Parks, belonging to you and me. This magnificent ABC book showcases each of America's National Parks from Acadia and American Samoa to Yosemite and Zion. California travel writer David Domeniconi masterfully includes each of the more than 50 National Parks in this A-Z pictorial. Illustrator Pam Carroll's keen attention to detail makes this title one for everyone across the land to read and enjoy. David Domeniconi grew up in San Francisco and graduated from San Francisco State College. He is a writer and illustrator whose work has appeared in several West Coast publications. His illustrated travel column, "Travelog" is a regular feature in the Santa Barbara Press. He lives in Carmel-by-the-Sea with his wife, Janet.Pamela Carroll embraces the traditional focus of realism and pictorial illusionism. Her style of painting has been greatly influenced by the early Dutch Masters and the American Realists from the Second School of Philadelphia. She lives with her husband in Carmel, California, where she paints daily, and is an active member of the Carmel Art Association. Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press. Paperback, 48 pages. Measures 11" x 10". Weighs 8.4 oz.
The True Story of a Peregrine Falcon's Rehabilitation Maggie has just learned to fly when she crashes into the side of a building. She falls to the ground, alone and injured. Who will help her? As told with real photographs, this true story explains how wildlife hospitals rescue and treat injured animals. Their goal is to release the animals back into the wild. Sometimes, this isn't possible--but there can still be a happy ending. Maggie's story, a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient, is just such a success! Award-winning author Christie Gove-Berg began writing the Wildlife Rescue Stories after her mom and dad found an injured eaglet on their land. The Wildlife Center of Virginia helped in Maggie's rescue and rehabilitation, and they assisted in ensuring this book's accuracy. Part of the proceeds from the sale of Maggie the One-Eyed Peregrine Falcon will benefit the Wildlife Center. Publisher: Adventure Publications. Hardcover with dust jacket, 32 pages. Measures 10.25" x 8.25" x 0.3". Weighs 12.9 oz.
Cartography is the art and science of map making. Some of the earliest preserved maps were found on stone tablets dating back some 4300 years ago in Babylon. Through the ages, maps have been the best way for explorers to document where they have been so they can find their way in the future. This basic kit contains everything you need to draw your own map of any location, inside or outdoors. Includes two pieces of paper to draw on, a pencil, a compass, a cotton bag to hold materials, a piece of jute to tie rolled map closed, a small ruler card, and easy to follow instructions. Packaged kit measures 8.5 x 11.5". Weighs 1.8 oz.
Authentic but seldom recounted stories are included in this heartwarming biography of America's 16th president. Color illustrations catch the spirit of Lincoln and his era. Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers. Paperback, 68 pages. Measures 5.2" x 7.6" x 0.2". Weighs 2.1 oz.
George Washington grew up in the English colony of Virginia. He was tall and strong, fair in judgment, and respected by his friends as a good leader. As he grew older, George saw how England took advantage of the American colonies--and he didn't like it. When the colonies declared their independence, George was chosen to lead their army as its general. And when the colonies won their freedom, George was elected to lead the new nation as its first president. Publisher: Random House Books for Young Reader. Paperback, 66 pages. Measures 5.2" x 7.6" x 0.2". Weighs 2.2 oz.