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Charlotte's Web (Trophy Newbery)
An affectionate, sometimes bashful pig named Wilbur befriends a spider named Charlotte, who lives in the rafters above his pen. A prancing, playful bloke, Wilbur is devastated when he learns of the destiny that befalls all those of porcine persuasion. Determined to save her friend, Charlotte spins a web that reads "Some Pig," convincing the farmer and surrounding community that Wilbur is no ordinary animal and should be saved. In this story of friendship, hardship, and the passing on into time, E.B. White reminds us to open our eyes to the wonder and miracle often found in the simplest of things.
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From Tadpole to Frog (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1)
Wendy Pfeffer describes the amazing metamorphosis from tiny, jellylike egg, to little fishy tadpole, to great big bullfrog. Holly Keller has created the archetypal frog pond and we see it through the seasons as the tadpoles grow legs and lungs and eventually hop onto land: bullfrogs at last. "Well-designed ink drawings washed with soft-toned watercolors stretch across the double-page spreads, showing the action above and below water level. . . .an attractive, general introduction."—BL. 1994 "Pick of the Lists" (ABA)
Best Children's Science Books, 1994 (Science Books and Films)
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A Nest Full of Eggs (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)
This first look at robins follows a full year of growth and change: how the birds develop inside their egg during the spring, how they mature from chicks into fledglings in the summer, how they learn to fly in the fall, and how they leave for warmer climes in winter—only to return when spring comes around again. 1995 Best Children’s Science Books (BL)
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From Caterpillar to Butterfly (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science, Stage 1)
A caterpillar comes to school in a jar. The class watches the caterpillar each day as it grows and changes. Soon, it disappears into a hard shell called a chrysalis. Then the chrysalis breaks, and a beautiful butterfly flies out of the jar! This is a perfect beginner's guide to the mystery of metamorphosis.
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children 1997 (NSTA/CBC)
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Why Frogs Are Wet (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
FrogsFrogs can jump thirty times their own body length, catch insects on the wing, and breathe underwater or on land. But they must always keep their skins wet. Read and find out why!
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Where Butterflies Grow (Picture Puffins)
In a field of lacy leaves, a small caterpillar hatches, grows, and sheds its skin, becoming a smooth, green creeper. It eats and changes some more, then in a sequence of remarkable close-ups, spins a sliken sling in which to pupate--until it finally bursts forth as a brilliant black swallowtail butterfly. Includes suggestions on how children can grow butterfiles in their own gardens.
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Waiting for Wings
Lois Ehlert, beloved illustrator of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and many other bold, beautiful picture books has outdone herself with this gorgeous (seriously breathtaking) celebration of butterfly metamorphosis. "Out in the fields, eggs are hidden from view, clinging to leaves with butterfly glue. Soon caterpillars hatch. They creep and chew. Each one knows what it must do." As the gentle rhyme unfolds, we turn the small, partial pages that form the larger spread of fabulous foliage in this lush, oversized book. Before our eyes, the eggs turn to caterpillars, the caterpillars to cases, the cases to lovely butterflies. "They pump their wings, get ready to fly, then hungry butterflies head for the sky." The colors become increasingly dazzling, each butterfly springing to life with Ehlert's color-soaked cut-paper magic. Several pages of background material conclude the book, labeling different kinds of butterflies at different stages of development, from the buckeye butterfly to the painted lady to the monarch. A "Butterfly Information" page clearly labels butterfly anatomy and answers basic question about these fascinating fluttery insects, a "Flower Identification" page showcases butterfly-attracting flowers such as the purple coneflower (echinacea), phlox, and lantana, and the last page offers a few pointers on growing a butterfly garden. (Ages 3 to 6) --Karin Snelson
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Flute's Journey: The Life of a Wood Thrush
This is a reverent environmental story of a wood thrush’s first year and his arduous first migration--across thousands of miles--from his nesting ground in the Belt Woods in Maryland to his winter home in Costa Rica, and back again. During his journey Flute encounters many perils, including natural predators and devastating habitat loss. “Cherry has a gift for sharing her knowledge through engaging fictional stories.”--Booklist
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar board book
"In the light of the moon a little egg lay on a leaf." So begins Eric Carle's modern classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. More than 12 million copies of this book have been sold in its original, full-sized edition, and the beloved tale of science and gluttony has been translated into 20 languages. This five-by-four-inch miniature edition is truly tiny, with tiny type, but it is a nice size for small hands to hold and flip through the pictures. Despite its diminished state, the book is complete in every detail, following the ravenous caterpillar's path as he eats his way through one apple (and the pages of the book itself) on Monday, two pears on Tuesday, three plums on Wednesday, and so on, through cherry pie and sausage--until he is really fat and has a stomachache. And no doubt you know what happens next! Kids love butterfly metamorphosis stories, and this popular favorite teaches counting and the days of the week, too. A fun gift package for caterpillar fans. (Baby to preschool) --Karin Snelson
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A Ladybug's Life (Nature Upclose)
Insects in general, and ladybugs in particular, are very popular with young children. Readers will see a ladybug hatch, go through it's life stages, capture food, avoid enemies, be gently handled by a child, and lay eggs of it's own.
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A Wood Frog's Life (Nature Upclose)
Readers will follow a wood frog hatch, grow to adulthood, and live for several years. As the wood frog goes about it's daily routine, it will hunt for food, narrowly escape enemies, and encounter a human child.
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A House Spider's Life (Nature Upclose)
From her emergence from her mother's egg sac, with her many spiderling siblings, we follow the growth stages of a young house spider as she leaves her mother's web, establishes her own web, catches her own prey and finally mates and becomes a mother herself with her own egg sac of spiderlings. This volume in the "Nature Upclose" series, with its realistic, close-up drawings and brief, simple text, would be a good choice for very young nature/science inquirers. Touches of humor add to the book's appeal. A glossary is included. ~Reviewer: Gisela Jernigan
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A Pill Bug's Life (Nature Upclose)
Describes the daily activities and life cycle of a pill bug or wood louse.
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From Tadpole to Frog (Lifecycles)
Large illustrations and simple text present the lifecycle of a tadpole to a frog.
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The Magic School Bus Inside A Beehive (Magic School Bus)
After Ms. Frizzle takes her class to visit a beekeeper, the Magic School Bus mysteriously vibrates, shrinks, and flies right into a beehive. And when Ms. Frizzle tells everyone to "be a bee", the adventure begins.
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Butterfly House
With the help of her grandfather, a little girl makes a house for a larva and watches it develop before setting it free. And when the girl grows old, the butterflies come back to return her kindness. Full color.
Price: $17.99
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