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First
Book of Nature
Most of us are fascinated by living things and this book gives a greater
understanding and appreciation of the plants and animals around us. The
beautifully detailed and informative illustrations appeal not only to
young children, sharing with adults, but also to older children seeking an
introduction to serious nature study. Contains material from seven
separate titles in the Usborne First Nature series. ("A colorfully
illustrated encyclopedia packed with fascinating facts about plants and
animals... A must in every home." Parents magazine)
5 years and up.
7.65" x 8". 168 pages.
No. BLG10-FB. Only $16.95 |
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Great
Animal Search
Every double page shows a different part of the world - including the
scorching Sahara, the icy Arctic, the Florida swamps and the Great Barrier
reef - with around 100 animals waiting to be found in each. Full of
fascinating animal facts and countless hours of puzzle-solving fun.
Answers in the back. ("Wow! This Usborne book is fantastic! It tells you
about animals from all over the world... packed with fascinating facts and
easy to read captions," wrote Quizkids
Ages 4 and up. 9.5" x
13" 48 pages.
No. BLG10-GS. Only $9.95 |
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Mysteries and Marvels of Nature
This series of books take an exciting and detailed look at many of the
amazing, the mysterious and the unexplained aspects of nature. Brilliantly
illustrated, they uncover unusual and little-known facts about plants,
animals, life in the oceans, providing a fascinating introduction to the
behavior, habitats and way of life of the huge variety of species found in
the natural world. "a real lesson to other publishers and authors on how
to present natural history to children." This book contains the volumes:
Animal World, Bird Life, Insect Life, Ocean Life, Plant Life, and Reptile
World which can also be obtained separately.
Ages 8-12. 7.5" x
10.15" 192 pages.
No. BLG10-MM. Only $26.95
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Natural World Illustrated Encyclopedia
This richly illustrated encyclopedia contains detailed information on over
600 species of animals and plants, and the environments in which they
live. Arranged thematically, full of interesting details and with over
1,500 color illustrations, this book is easy and thoroughly absorbing to
use. It examines subjects such as ecology and conservation, and provides
projects and activities to help the reader observe and understand the
natural world. An extensive index, a glossary of scientific terms, a map
and classification chart complete this invaluable reference book. ("The
Natural World is a wonderful book - sure to be a hit with anybody wanting
to know more about natural history." Sunday Independent) Ages 10 and
up. 9.15" x 12' 96 pages.
No. BLG10-NW. Only $18.95 |
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Nature
Facts & Lists
How fast can a cheetah run? How intelligent are gorillas? Which birds have
the most feathers? Why are flamingos pink? Which fish have anti-freeze in
their blood? What are sea cucumbers? This fascinating Nature Facts and
Lists Omnibus provides the answers to these and hundreds of other
questions. It is packed with unusual facts, lists and records and is ideal
for reading through, dipping into and returning to again and again. The
up-to-date information has been carefully researched and checked by
experts in each subject to interest and inform children of a wide range of
ages. Illustrated by humorous cartoons and stunning realistic artwork, the
facts are further brought to life by amusing comparisons. The Nature Facts
and List Omnibus is a lively introduction to animals, birds and ocean
life, as well as being a handy reference book. This volume contains three
titles: Animal Facts, Bird Facts and Ocean Facts, which are also available
as individual books. Ages 8-12. 6" x 8.25" 48 pages.
No. BLG10-NF. Only $12.95 |
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Animal
Facts
This entertaining book contains hundreds of fascinating facts about the
animal kingdom. For example, dogs can smell one million times better than
humans. Blue whales' eyes are as big as soccer balls. Find out how mammals
communicate, how animals evolved, and why some are threatened with
extinction. Maps and lists give summaries of the record breakers of the
animal world. Unusual facts are brought to life by amusing comparisons,
realistic artwork and humorous cartoons. (Another excellent, easy to
handle compilation of facts, records and comparisons from Usborne."
British Book News). Ages 8-12. 6" x 8.25" 48 pages.
No. BLG10-AF. Only $5.95 |
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