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1) Exoplanets
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English
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Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon explores the farthest reaches of space in the brand-new Exoplanets!
There are thousands of exoplanets scattered throughout the Milky Way galaxy, and scientists are on a constant quest to find one just like Earth. In Exoplanets, Simon examines the planets outside of our solar system and uncovers what makes them habitable, our efforts to discover new life, and more.
With clear, simple text and stunning full-color...
2) Big Cats
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English
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In this completely updated edition of Big Cats, award-winning writer Seymour Simon celebrates the grace and power of lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, cheetahs, pumas, and snow leopards. Readers will learn all about how they hunt, care for their young, and rest in their varied natural habitats. This updated edition includes:
Author's note
Stunning full-color photographs
Glossary
Index
Additional reading sources
Supports the Common Core Learning...
3) Elephants
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Discusses the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of elephants.
5) Tornadoes
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English
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In this updated and revised edition of Tornadoes, award-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives readers an in-depth look at these captivating and powerful storms through fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs.
Readers will learn all about tornadoes, from how they are first created to the destruction they leave behind.
This updated edition includes: author's note, stunning full-color photographs, glossary index, a list of websites,...
6) Water
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English
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Discusses the science of water, including its chemical makeup, its importance to life, its role in climate, and how the cycle works.
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In this updated and revised edition of Icebergs & Glaciers, award-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives readers an in-depth look at how icebergs and glaciers have shaped our rivers, mountains, and earth, as well as the effect climate change is having on them and our planet.
With fascinating facts and breathtaking full-color photographs, readers will learn all about how these huge masses of ice are formed, how they move, and why they are essential...
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