Natural World category: 7079 books

As the foundation for other natural sciences, physics helps us interpret both our most basic and complex observations of the natural world. Physics encompasses such topics as mechanics, relativity, thermodynamics, and electricity, among others, all of which elucidate the nature of matter, its motion,...

The planet’s natural dips and elevations, slopes and structures, stud the world’s landscapes and enrich its panoramas. However, the Earth’s landforms should not be viewed as anomalies in its topography; rather, they are often invaluable components of ecosystems and hold significant clues to...

Exactly the book for every young explorer who loves finding stuff in nature and bringing it home. Cabinet of Curiosities is a lavishly illustrated introduction to the wonders of natural history and the joys of being an amateur scientist and collector. Nature writer Gordon Grice, who started...

Muskrat for Supper inspires young people to explore nature's life cycles and understand the concept of the circle of life, as told through the tale of a family that embarks on a hunting and trapping adventure. It is an endearing story that weaves together such themes as sustainable living, our natural...

In this charming picture book for preschoolers, curious kids will learn all about the amazing underwater world of coral reefs and the animals that live there. From sea stars to seahorses to sharks, young readers will be amazed by the diversity of life in coral reefs and by the wonders of our...

Natural and man-made disasters have the power to destroy thousands of lives very quickly. Both as they unfold and in the aftermath, these forces of nature astonish the rest of the world with their incredible devastation and magnitude. In this collection of ten well-known catastrophes such as the great...

Homes are everywhere in nature. Discover many different kinds in these eye-catching photographs of animals in their natural habitats. From the silk thread spun by the weaver ant to the snowy den dug out by the polar bear, children will learn about where animals live and how they build or find their dwellings in our natural world. Perfect for very new and curious learners!

This book introduces readers to different kinds of plant reproductive parts, how they travel, and how they grow. It discusses plant structures, the processes of plant reproduction, and where reproduction fits on the life cycle. By understanding how plants have needs that are similar to and different...

Hello, World! is a series designed to help parents introduce simple nonfiction concepts to their babies and toddlers. Now even the youngest children can enjoy learning about the world around them! Told in simple terms and accompanied by bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning...

Hello, World! is a series designed to help parents introduce simple nonfiction concepts to their babies and toddlers. Now even the youngest children can enjoy learning about the world around them. Told in simple terms and accompanied by bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning...

Life on Earth can be viewed as a complex network of interactions between living organisms and their respective environments. By parsing the natural world into various ecosystems and biomes, the extent and significance of such interaction among species and between organisms and their natural habitats...

What does living green mean? For some, it means making a commitment to reduce, reuse, and recycle every day. For others, it also means respecting and conserving our natural resources, so they will be available in the future. In Living Green: The Ultimate Teen Guide, readers learn why protecting the...

A young child eagerly reports on huge numbers of leopard frogs making a racket as they descend on a pond to mate! Readers will follow along as the narrator observes the leopard frogs' behavior up close, including their incredible transformation from young tadpoles to froglets and, finally, to adult...

WE DO NOT OWN THE EARTH; WE HOLD IT IN TRUST FOR OUR CHILDREN... Long before wildlife conservation became a cause celebre around the world, the unsung men of the Forest Department were out there, living the challenges of preserving the planet's wildlife and ecological heritage. Pugmarks in Palamau is...