Biology
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Fungus Is Among Us!You can run, but you can't hide. They're in the air you breathe. They're in the food you eat. They're on your body. Fungi are EVERYWHERE But wait . . . do you need to be afraid? From fun facts about fairy circles to...
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Thirty Trillion CellsDid you know that the number of microorganisms in your body outnumber your own cells by 10 to 1? Or that every second, your body produces around 25 million new cells? Or that a human being has fewer chromosomes than, wait for it... a...
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A Field Guide to Seaweeds of the Pacific NorthwestRich in nutrients, used in products from cosmetics to explosives to fertilizers, and vital to our coastal marine ecosystems, seaweeds can be found on any rocky shore or beach in the Pacific Northwest. The pocket-sized Field Guide to Seaweeds of the Pacifc Northwest is...
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Gutsy DaredevilsWho are the gutsy daredevils of the animal kingdom? This book explores the wild, wicked, and wonderful world of daring animals. Series is developed to aid struggling and reluctant young readers with engaging high-interest content, considerate text, and clear visuals. Includes table of contents,...
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Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic: Revised and Expanded EditionThis revised and expanded edition of mushroom expert Bill Russell's popular Field Guide to Wild Mushrooms of Pennsylvania and the Mid-Atlantic provides both novice and experienced mushroom foragers with detailed, easy-to-use information about more than one hundred species of these fungi, including twenty-five varieties...
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Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats: Urban Ecology, Community Science, and How We Share Our CitiesGripping narrative non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves cities can be surprisingly wild places--and why understanding urban nature matters. What can city bees tell us about climate change? How are we changing coyote behavior? And what the heck is a science...
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Food WebsThis high-interest informational text will help students gain science content knowledge while building their literacy skills and nonfiction reading comprehension. This appropriately leveled nonfiction science reader features hands-on, simple science experiments. Third grade students will learn all food webs through this engaging text that...
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The Bacteria Book: The Big World of Really Tiny MicrobesIn this fun, fact-packed science book for kids, young readers will discover the bacteria, viruses, and other germs and microbes that keep our bodies and our world running, as well as how and when they can be harmful and the precautions we can take...
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The Curious World of BacteriaBacteria were the first life on Earth. But what do we really know about them? In this captivating, science-driven book, you'll learn everything you need to know about these often misunderstood--and incredibly interesting--microbes. In this engagingly written and scientifically rigorous book, author and scientist...
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Mushroom Wanderland: A Forager's Guide to Finding, Identifying, and Using More Than 25 Wild FungiForaging for mushrooms is a meditative and rewarding escape. Even if readers aren't ready to head out into the woods, this enchanting visual guide is a welcome introduction to 25 easily identifiable species, organized by location and use. Author Jess Starwood has led hundreds...
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Biology for Curious Kids: Discover the Wondrous Living World!Young readers can take their first step in a lifelong love of the natural world with this introduction to biology, presented in a wonderful jacketed hardback format with full-color illustrations. This inspirational book is packed with clear and engaging explanations of the natural world...
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What Is Life?: Five Great Ideas in BiologyThe renowned biologist Paul Nurse has spent his career revealing how living cells work. In What Is Life?, he takes up the challenge of describing what it means to be alive in a way that every reader can understand.It is a shared journey of...
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Survivor KidCounteracting the panic and fear associated with getting lost in the wild, this handbook equips children with practical tools for overcoming adverse wilderness experiences, even if they are endured alone. Compiled by a search-and-rescue professional, straightforward advice is offered on building shelters and fires,...
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Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal InstinctFrom the New York Times bestselling author of The Lion in the Living Room comes a fascinating and provocative exploration of the biology of motherhood that "is witty, reassuring, and takes motherhood out of the footnotes and places it front and center--where it belongs"...
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Baby Biochemist: ProteinsThe bestselling Baby University series is bringing little geniuses a whole new division of scientific topics, covered by biochemistry expert Cara Florance.Introduce your budding genius to proteins, amino acids, and all the amazing things they do for us Through simple, colorful illustrations and adorable...
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The Genetic Lottery: Why DNA Matters for Social EqualityA provocative and timely case for how the science of genetics can help create a more just and equal society In recent years, scientists like Kathryn Paige Harden have shown that DNA makes us different, in our personalities and in our health--and in ways...
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Scientist: E. O. Wilson: A Life in NatureA masterful, timely, fully authorized biography of the great and hugely influential biologist and naturalist E. O. Wilson, one of the most ground-breaking and controversial scientists of our time--from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Making of the Atomic Bomb "An impressive account of...
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Patient Zero (Revised Edition)Engrossing true stories of the pioneers of epidemiology who risked their lives to find the source of deadly diseases--now revised to include updated information and a new chapter on Covid-19. More people have died in disease epidemics than in wars or other disasters, but...
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Barron's Science 360: A Complete Study Guide to Biology with Online PracticeBarron's Science 360: Biology is your complete go-to guide for everything biology This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for: High school and college courses Homeschooling Virtual Learning Learning pods Inside you will find: Comprehensive Content Review: Begin your study with the basic building...
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When Plants Took Over the Planet: The Amazing Story of Plant EvolutionDiscover the incredible story of how plant life grew to cover the surface of planet Earth, from long before human life existed up to the present day. This large-format, highly illustrated book will guide readers through the key aspects of the life of plants,...
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