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Zane Dupree is a charismatic 12-year-old boy of mixed race visiting a relative in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hits. Unexpectedly separated from all family, Zane and his dog experience the terror of Katrina's wind, rain, and horrific flooding. Facing death, they are rescued from an attic air vent by a kind, elderly musician and a scrappy young girl--both African American.

The Great Fire of 1871 was one of the most colossal disasters in American history - with damage so profound that few people believed the city could ever rise again. By weaving personal accounts of actual survivors together with careful research, Jim Murphy constructs a riveting and dramatic narrative, ultimately revealing how the human spirit triumphed even in a time of deepest despair and the people of Chicago found the courage and strength to build their city once again.

Earth is capable of catastrophic weather phenomena such as hurricanes at sea and droughts and tornadoes on land. Follow the paths of several different extreme weather events from cause to effect in this series that will blow you away! This volume includes Blizzards, Droughts, and Hurricanes.

Dive into the delightful world of Dylan the Dolphin in this charming children's audiobook—part of a captivating series that also includes Henry the Hippo, Sally the Sloth, and Lenny the Lion. Through simple yet engaging rhymed verse, children will discover fascinating facts about dolphins—how they leap and splash, live in families, use echolocation, what they eat, and more.

The bestselling and Sibert Honor–winning creators of The Book of Turtles brings us the true story of a snapping turtle’s extraordinary journey—and the amazing conservationists who helped give him a second chance. This feel-good story about beating the odds is complete with inspiring back...

Encuentra las plantas y los animales que viven en los 13 hábitats a lo largo de Norte América. Contado en rima narrativa, Veo, veo un hábitat invita a los niños a "espiar" las plantas, los invertebrados, los pájaros, y los mamíferos que viven en los hábitats de Norte América: el patio, la playa, la ciénaga, la cueva, el desierto, el bosque, la pradera, la montaña, el océano, las planicies, el estanque, el río, y el pantano.

What would you do if you found an alligator in your garage? Or if you spotted a mountain lion downtown? In cities and suburbs around the world, wild creatures are showing up where we least expect them. Not all of them arrive by accident, and some are here to stay. As the human population tops seven billion, animals are running out of space. Their natural habitats are surrounded - and sometimes even replaced - by highways, shopping centers, office parks, and subdivisions. The result? A wildlife invasion of our urban neighborhoods.

White tail deer gallop gracefully with their herd. They can outrun many animals. Learn more about these delightful deer, their woodland homes, life cycle, and diet.

A tree suns and sways in the forest. She is a place to grow, to rest, and to shelter. But what happens when a tree falls? The answer will make your heart soar. In this lyrical book, explore how the extraordinary nurse log provides a nutrient-rich space for new seedlings, shelters small animals, hosts different plant species, and, most profoundly, nurtures a new tree in the process, renewing the cycle of life.

Follow the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind photosynthesis.

Follow the captivating yet perilous life of one sea turtle in this dazzling nonfiction tale by the co-founder of the Ocean Conservation Society, perfect for fans of Jason Chin's ISLAND. The Secret Life of a Sea Turtle features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun! On a beach...

Learn about the plant and animal life a pond supports. Duckweed, beetles, birds, and turtles call enjoy the environment of a pond.

En medio de un océano interminable, donde solo se vislumbra horizonte, aparece de repente una Isla. Es remota, misteriosa y exuberante, y está habitada por un grupo de Niños Exploradores. Valientes y curiosos, los jóvenes investigan su entorno y viven completamente conectados con la...

What kinds of plants grow in the garden? Carrots, radishes, and … a furry plant?

Could griffins have been real? When Adrienne Mayor carefully read the ancient Greek and Roman descriptions, this mythic hybrid of a lion and an eagle sounded like something people had actually seen. What could explain that evidence? After a decade of hunting through myths, poring over old maps, and tracing the discoveries of modern dinosaur hunters, she found the answer: awesome dinosaur fossils observed by ancient gold hunters in the Gobi desert.

When Kristen Balouch was ten years old, her parents made a surprising announcement: their whole family was going on a trip to plant trees! Kristen, her sisters, and her mom and dad—and their pet, Wonder Dog—flew from their California home to a logging site in British Columbia. There, they joined a crew working to replant the trees that had been cut down. In this story, Kristen reflects on the forty days they spent living in a tent, covered in mud and bug bites, working hard every day to plant a new forest.

Meg Lowman was always fascinated by the natural world above her head—the colors, the branches, and, most of all, the leaves and mysterious organisms living there. Meg set out to climb up and investigate the rain forest tree canopies—and to be the first scientist to do so. But she encountered challenge after challenge. Male teachers would not let her into their classrooms, the high canopy was difficult to get to, and worst of all, people were logging and clearing the forests. Meg never gave up or gave in. 

With its friendly and interactive approach, each book in Geology Genius highlights a specific type of rock or geological substance and discusses its properties and where on Earth it can be found. This volume includes The Rock Cycle and Sedimentary Rocks.

We share this beautiful planet we call home with countless living creatures, from monarch butterflies and falcons to koalas and dolphins. And just like us, animals everywhere are faced with the growing threat of climate change. Featuring seven categories of animals, this book offers a roadmap for change and an invitation to explore the outdoors with fascinating facts, hope-filled stories, and hands-on STEAM activities. Each section includes biographies of adventurers, scientists, and artists from all over the world who used their passion and skills to become bold allies for nature.

For the youngest activists among us, a book geared just for them full of facts, stories, and tips on how to change the world, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Chelsea Clinton. What can I do to help save endangered animals? How can I eat healthy? Why do I need to cover my mouth when I...