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Chasing the Deer: The Red Deer Through the Seasons

Neil McIntyre - ?Sandstone Press
Format: Hardcover

The red deer, majestic monarch of the glen, is Britain's largest land mammal and undisputed king of woodlands and glens. Common across the Scottish Highlands and resident elsewhere, the animal is emblematic of our wild country and a beloved icon. Yet to some, red deer are seen as little...
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The Book of Outdoor Knots

Peter Owen - Lyons Press
Format: Paperback

The Book of Outdoor Knots is a meticulously illustrated handbook that describes 70 of the most common knots for the outdoors, showing in clear, step-by-step line drawings each phase of the properly tied knot. Perhaps most important, the book explains precisely which knot to use in each...
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Endangered

TIM FLACH - Abrams
Format: Hardcover

In Endangered, the result of an extraordinary multiyear project to document the lives of threatened species, acclaimed photographer Tim Flach explores one of the most pressing issues of our time. Traveling around the world - to settings ranging from forest to savannah to the polar seas...
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Sphynx

Rebecca Felix - Sphynx (Blastoff Readers. Level 2) Library Binding – August, 2015
Format: Print book

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Sphynx cats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
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Discovering the Mammoth: A Tale of Giants, Unicorns, Ivory, and the Birth of a New Science

John J. McKay - Pegasus Books
Format: Hardcover

The fascinating saga of solving the mystery of this ancient animal who once roamed the north country -- and has captivated our collective imagination ever since. Today, we know that a mammoth is an extinct type of elephant that was covered with long fur and lived in the north country during...
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Foraging with Kids: 52 Wild and Free Edibles to Enjoy With Your Children

Adele Nozedar - Nourish
Format: Hardcover

A fun, informative and practical introduction to safely foraging with kids, from the UK's bestselling foraging author.In today's world of increasingly sedentary lifestyles and a growing detachment from the food that we eat, it has never been more important to encourage children...
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Unlikely Friendships: Dogs: 37 Stories of Canine Compassion and Courage

Jennifer S Holland - Workman
Format: Print book

A new book from the New York Times bestselling series. Enhanced with beautiful full-color photographs, these true stories of camaraderie, affection, and remarkable bravery are from the author of the New York Times bestsellers Unlikely Friendships, Unlikely Loves, and Unlikely...
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The Complete Cat Breed Book, Second Edition

DK - DK; 2nd edition
Format: Paperback

From ancient breeds to modern hybrids, The Complete Cat Breed Book will help you choose the perfect companion for you. The book outlines the characteristics of the domestic cat and the various things to look for when choosing a cat. Each breed profile outlines the breed's history and its key characteristics,...
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Dinosaurus: The Complete Guide to Dinosaurs

Steve Parker - Firefly Books
Format: Print book

"Magnificent in its breadth and illustration." -- Booklist Dinosaurus was published in 2003 and went on to sell 15,000 in hardcover and more in paperback. Now 13 years have passed during which there have been dozens of discoveries. At the same price and fully revised, this...
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Learn Every Day About Animals: 100 Best Ideas from Teachers

Kathy Charner - Gryphon House
Format: Book

Learning about ANIMALS has never been so much fun!Even the youngest children love animals; they want to pet puppies, visit lions at the zoo, and imitate animal sounds. Learn Every Day About Animals is an activity book inspired by children s fascination with our furry friends.With this resource,...
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