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As the recent deaths of sixteen Sherpas underscore, climbing Mount Everest remains a daunting challenge. Located in the Himalayas, Everest is the highest mountain in the world at a whopping 29,028 feet. In this compelling narrative, Nico Medina guides readers through the mountain’s ancient beginnings,...

DaVinci is busy learning about science.  When he gets curious, and it's usually about science, he asks his reluctant scientist friends.  This time, it's about how big the ocean is.

Look up close at rocks, minerals and sparkling gems to unravel the clues to classify and identify them. Find out how they were formed, where in the world they're found, and how to start your own rock collection. DK Adventures is a nonfiction series for kids ages 8-11 featuring visually rich...

Using helpful charts, graphs, and Spanish-translated informational text in conjunction with vivid images and intriguing facts, this book allows early elementary readers to explore the ecosystem, plants, and animals of the deserts around the world.

Often called “the roof of the world” the Himalayas are the highest mountain range on Earth. They contain over 100 peaks that are over four and a half miles (seven kilometres) high and have jet stream winds blasting snow off them at up to 200 miles (322 kilometres) per hour. The Himalayas are a...

Example in this ebook   In Europe and Asia there are two countries separated from each other by a narrow strip of water. One of these is spoken of as Turkey in Europe, and the other as Turkey in Asia. They are held together under one ruler called the Sultan. He has absolute power...

A yearly nature spotting guide. Do you know what is in your garden? who slinks around your park? which animals leave footprints in the snow? and what noises they make? Nature Calls gives you a sneaky peak into the lives of animals and birds that live in Britain all year round and some, that...

Aprender sobre el arrecife de coral a traves de la obra de arte foto fantasia de Lisa E. Jobe. Los ninos podran anadir un Nuevo element a la arrecife con la vuelta de cada pagina. Que contiene imagines y palabras de vocabulario solamente, este libro es perfecto para el nino en edad preescolar o un nino pequeno en su casa.

Pequeños Luthiers enseña a construir instrumentos musicales con material de desecho, de modo que los más chiquitos jueguen, hagan música y ayuden a proteger el planeta. Incluye un sencillo paso a paso para construir: Kazoo Sonaja Shaker Campana de viento Flauta encantadora de serpientes Güiro plástico Claves Birimbao

In this gorgeous companion to the acclaimed Over and Under the Snow and Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal bring to life a secret underwater world. In this book, readers will discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem...

When in their natural habitats, animals keep the natural balance. But once you take them out and implant them on another habitat, they would either die or the ecosystem will suffer. In this book, you will learn about the different animals in their natural environments. Which of these animals have you already encountered and where?

Allow your child to discover the similarities and differences of weather disturbances like hurricanes, typhoons and tornadoes. This highly informative book is not just about texts but it’s more on pictures and colors. This lean towards images calls the attention and ensures understanding of concepts presented. Your child needs this copy so buy one today!

**A New York Times bestseller! Return to Harlem's "wildly entertaining" family in this funny, heartwarming sequel. When catastrophe strikes their beloved upstairs neighbors, the Vanderbeeker children set out to build the best, most magical healing garden in Harlem—in spite of a locked fence,...

Ever wonder what life would be like without electricity? Become electrified with the amazing facts about how electricity was discovered and how it has evolved over time. High-interest text and vibrant images and photographs fill the pages of this e-book to make learning about electricity fun and interesting....