A history of the building of the Panama Canal, with emphasis on the difficulties of digging a canal where some engineers said it could not be done.
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822500795
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Hardcover
Seymour Simon's Extreme Oceans
By Simon, Seymour
Join Seymour Simon, the "dean" of children's science nonfiction, as he investigates the most extreme environments, animals, plants, and weather in the ocean. Imagine exploring the most extreme parts of our amazing oceans—riding the tallest waves, diving to the darkest depths, and encountering the largest and most dangerous sea creatures on Earth. These mind-bending facts and stunning photographs make for an exciting, and sometimes unbelievable, underwater expedition!
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1452108331
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Hardcover
The Sea and Its Marvels
By Evans, Tom
How were the oceans formed? What is plankton? How do fish breathe? How dangerous are sharks? How does coral form? Explore the fascinating world that lies beneath the surface of the oceans. The Sea and Its Marvels examines the features and habitats of the oceans, as well as the animals and other living things that inhabit them. With The Sea and Its Marvels, kids can also learn how the oceans formed, how they affect Earths climate, and the dangers they face.With striking photographs and illustrations, World Books A Look At ... series takes children on a journey through different ages and locations around the globe and beyond. Perfect for visual learners, each nonfiction book creatively explores high-interest topics with ample illustrations and concise text that help readers absorb and retain information. Helpful glossaries and indexes in each volume direct students to the most important terms and topics. Help learners with a primary reading level of 6th to 8th grade encounter a range of topics in nature, history, science, and technology with World Books A Look At ... series!
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9780716617914
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Hardcover
Destroying the Oceans
By Levete, Sarah
The books look at our interaction with the planet and the interrelationship between humankind and the physical world.The series focuses on the global impact and future implications for the environment of our actions today. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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778752119
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Coral Reefs
By Simon, Seymour
Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.In Coral Reefs, Simon introduces elementary-school readers to the oceans reefs through wonderful descriptions and stunning full-color photographs. He encourages appreciation of the ecology of coral reefs, explains why they are in danger, and suggests ways kids can help save the endangered reefs.,
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9780061914959
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Hardcover
Alien Deep
By Hague, Bradley
Named 2013 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 by the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book CouncilAppealing to children over age ten, this engaging reference book depicts adventurous and thrilling elements in oceanographic fieldwork. In conjunction with a National Geographic television show, this book will reach a huge audience of marine lovers, as well as children interested in science and exploration. Alien Deep outshines the competition by following a recent, specific deepwater exploration that illuminates new knowledge about our oceans. Following alongside a current expedition, Alien Deep will enable children to observe the processes involved in marine exploration. As scientists delve into the mysterious depths of the ocean, children will be able to witness the excitement of scientific exploration and discovery through enriching text and stunning photography.
Publisher: n/a
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9781426310676
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Hardcover
Destroying the Oceans
By Levete, Sarah
The books look at our interaction with the planet and the interrelationship between humankind and the physical world.The series focuses on the global impact and future implications for the environment of our actions today. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Publisher: n/a
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778752119
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Oceans
By Payment, Simone
Most people don't know that the oceans are a biome just like the ones on land. The oceans, however, are the largest of all biomes, and this book examines their peerless diversity.
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1435850041
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Print book
Seven Natural Wonders of the Arctic, Antarctica, and the Oceans
By Woods, Michael
Without any human influence, nature has created extraordinary wonders - from majestic mountains and bubbling volcanoes to amazing plants and animals. These wonders are found across all the continents and oceans of this planet. In a tour of the seven greatest wonders of Australia and Oceania, we'll encounter the Outback, Australia's enormous interior region. The Outback is full of amazing land formations, animals, and plants. We'll also see Mount Kilauea in Hawaii, one of the world's most active volcanoes, and New Caledonia, a South Pacific island full of plants that have been around since the age of the dinosaurs. We'll also discover the human legends and mysteries that surround these natural monuments. What other natural wonders do Australia and Oceania hold? To find out, we'll explore a snow-capped mountain, a crystal blue lagoon, and a vast wilderness in fascinating detail.
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822590751
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Oceans )
By Mcmillan, Beverly
INSIDERS -- a visually groundbreaking, state-of-the-art nonfiction series that outshines Eyewitness and Discoveries. This stunning new series offers an inside look into twelve riveting subjects, beginning with Dinosaurs, Egypt, Oceans, and Space. Expertly written, each book will feature an arresting design, complete with dynamic, multi-layered CGI and 3D model imagery that is complemented by fascinating, up-to-date information presented in a user-friendly format. Oceans is a multi-dimensional showcase of the aquatic universe! Take a look inside the formation of waves and tsunamis, see a cross-section of an underwater living lab, and explore the plant and animal species that live miles beneath the ocean¹s surface.
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9781416938590
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Hardcover
The Pacific Ocean
By Gonzales, Doreen
Describes the physical characteristics, plant and animal life, explorers, and environmental problems of the world's largest ocean, the Pacific and includes Internet links to web sites related to oceans.
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766051927
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The Indian Ocean
By Ylvisaker, Anne
Did you know that the Pacific Ocean covers 60 million miles? That's larger thatn all of the continents put together! Young readers will marvel at the enormity of the world's oceans and learn about the geographical features, animals, plants, and climate. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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736814256
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The Atlantic Ocean
By Gonzales, Doreen
Gonzales, Doreen
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766051943
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Come to the Ocean's Edge
By Pringle, Laurence
Boyds Mills Press publishes a wide range of high-quality fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, novels, and nonfiction
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1563977796
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Print book
Oceans
By Richardson, Adele
Richardson, Adele
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736808388
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Hardcover
What Makes an Ocean Wave?
By Berger, Melvin
Which is the largest ocean? What causes high tides? Do fish sleep? Why are coral reefs important? How do muddy wetlands form? These and many more questions about the mysterious world of the ocean are answered in this thorough and easy-to-read reference book.
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439095883
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Hardcover
The Kingfisher Young People's Book of Oceans
By Lambert, David
From the deepest ocean trenches to the vast veils of microscopic plankton that blanket the surface, this richly illustrated reference offers a unique view of the wonders of the world's oceans and seas. Superb photography reveals this fascinating, often unseen, watery world. Beginning with an overview of how oceans and seas were formed, the informative text delves right into the oceans' physical characteristics and features, and continues with an overview of the wide variety of animal and plant life that thrive in this salty, wet environment, including a look at some mythical creatures. The book also covers the adventures and equipment of ocean explorers and travelers. It concludes with a discussion of the need to protect and preserve this irreplaceable natural resource.
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753450984
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Hardcover
Oceans
By Palmer, Joy
Describes the world's oceans, discussing marine plants and animals, how people use the ocean's resources, and protecting oceans from pollution.
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9780811434010
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Book
Dying Oceans
By Hogan, Paula Z.
Discusses the ecological balance of life in the world's oceans and how it is endangered by ocean pollution.
The Panama Canal
By Dutemple, Lesley A.
A history of the building of the Panama Canal, with emphasis on the difficulties of digging a canal where some engineers said it could not be done.
Seymour Simon's Extreme Oceans
By Simon, Seymour
Join Seymour Simon, the "dean" of children's science nonfiction, as he investigates the most extreme environments, animals, plants, and weather in the ocean. Imagine exploring the most extreme parts of our amazing oceans—riding the tallest waves, diving to the darkest depths, and encountering the largest and most dangerous sea creatures on Earth. These mind-bending facts and stunning photographs make for an exciting, and sometimes unbelievable, underwater expedition!
The Sea and Its Marvels
By Evans, Tom
How were the oceans formed? What is plankton? How do fish breathe? How dangerous are sharks? How does coral form? Explore the fascinating world that lies beneath the surface of the oceans. The Sea and Its Marvels examines the features and habitats of the oceans, as well as the animals and other living things that inhabit them. With The Sea and Its Marvels, kids can also learn how the oceans formed, how they affect Earths climate, and the dangers they face.With striking photographs and illustrations, World Books A Look At ... series takes children on a journey through different ages and locations around the globe and beyond. Perfect for visual learners, each nonfiction book creatively explores high-interest topics with ample illustrations and concise text that help readers absorb and retain information. Helpful glossaries and indexes in each volume direct students to the most important terms and topics. Help learners with a primary reading level of 6th to 8th grade encounter a range of topics in nature, history, science, and technology with World Books A Look At ... series!
Destroying the Oceans
By Levete, Sarah
The books look at our interaction with the planet and the interrelationship between humankind and the physical world.The series focuses on the global impact and future implications for the environment of our actions today. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Coral Reefs
By Simon, Seymour
Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.In Coral Reefs, Simon introduces elementary-school readers to the oceans reefs through wonderful descriptions and stunning full-color photographs. He encourages appreciation of the ecology of coral reefs, explains why they are in danger, and suggests ways kids can help save the endangered reefs.,
Alien Deep
By Hague, Bradley
Named 2013 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 by the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book CouncilAppealing to children over age ten, this engaging reference book depicts adventurous and thrilling elements in oceanographic fieldwork. In conjunction with a National Geographic television show, this book will reach a huge audience of marine lovers, as well as children interested in science and exploration. Alien Deep outshines the competition by following a recent, specific deepwater exploration that illuminates new knowledge about our oceans. Following alongside a current expedition, Alien Deep will enable children to observe the processes involved in marine exploration. As scientists delve into the mysterious depths of the ocean, children will be able to witness the excitement of scientific exploration and discovery through enriching text and stunning photography.
Destroying the Oceans
By Levete, Sarah
The books look at our interaction with the planet and the interrelationship between humankind and the physical world.The series focuses on the global impact and future implications for the environment of our actions today. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Oceans
By Payment, Simone
Most people don't know that the oceans are a biome just like the ones on land. The oceans, however, are the largest of all biomes, and this book examines their peerless diversity.
Seven Natural Wonders of the Arctic, Antarctica, and the Oceans
By Woods, Michael
Without any human influence, nature has created extraordinary wonders - from majestic mountains and bubbling volcanoes to amazing plants and animals. These wonders are found across all the continents and oceans of this planet. In a tour of the seven greatest wonders of Australia and Oceania, we'll encounter the Outback, Australia's enormous interior region. The Outback is full of amazing land formations, animals, and plants. We'll also see Mount Kilauea in Hawaii, one of the world's most active volcanoes, and New Caledonia, a South Pacific island full of plants that have been around since the age of the dinosaurs. We'll also discover the human legends and mysteries that surround these natural monuments. What other natural wonders do Australia and Oceania hold? To find out, we'll explore a snow-capped mountain, a crystal blue lagoon, and a vast wilderness in fascinating detail.
Oceans )
By Mcmillan, Beverly
INSIDERS -- a visually groundbreaking, state-of-the-art nonfiction series that outshines Eyewitness and Discoveries. This stunning new series offers an inside look into twelve riveting subjects, beginning with Dinosaurs, Egypt, Oceans, and Space. Expertly written, each book will feature an arresting design, complete with dynamic, multi-layered CGI and 3D model imagery that is complemented by fascinating, up-to-date information presented in a user-friendly format. Oceans is a multi-dimensional showcase of the aquatic universe! Take a look inside the formation of waves and tsunamis, see a cross-section of an underwater living lab, and explore the plant and animal species that live miles beneath the ocean¹s surface. .
The Pacific Ocean
By Gonzales, Doreen
Describes the physical characteristics, plant and animal life, explorers, and environmental problems of the world's largest ocean, the Pacific and includes Internet links to web sites related to oceans.
The Indian Ocean
By Ylvisaker, Anne
Did you know that the Pacific Ocean covers 60 million miles? That's larger thatn all of the continents put together! Young readers will marvel at the enormity of the world's oceans and learn about the geographical features, animals, plants, and climate. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The Atlantic Ocean
By Gonzales, Doreen
Gonzales, Doreen
Come to the Ocean's Edge
By Pringle, Laurence
Boyds Mills Press publishes a wide range of high-quality fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, novels, and nonfiction
Oceans
By Richardson, Adele
Richardson, Adele
What Makes an Ocean Wave?
By Berger, Melvin
Which is the largest ocean? What causes high tides? Do fish sleep? Why are coral reefs important? How do muddy wetlands form? These and many more questions about the mysterious world of the ocean are answered in this thorough and easy-to-read reference book.
The Kingfisher Young People's Book of Oceans
By Lambert, David
From the deepest ocean trenches to the vast veils of microscopic plankton that blanket the surface, this richly illustrated reference offers a unique view of the wonders of the world's oceans and seas. Superb photography reveals this fascinating, often unseen, watery world. Beginning with an overview of how oceans and seas were formed, the informative text delves right into the oceans' physical characteristics and features, and continues with an overview of the wide variety of animal and plant life that thrive in this salty, wet environment, including a look at some mythical creatures. The book also covers the adventures and equipment of ocean explorers and travelers. It concludes with a discussion of the need to protect and preserve this irreplaceable natural resource.
Oceans
By Palmer, Joy
Describes the world's oceans, discussing marine plants and animals, how people use the ocean's resources, and protecting oceans from pollution.
Dying Oceans
By Hogan, Paula Z.
Discusses the ecological balance of life in the world's oceans and how it is endangered by ocean pollution.