Entries Tagged as 'Natural History'

Moon Bear

July 17th, 2013 · 5 Comments · Books

Review By JESSICA ALMY Moon Bear is a great pick for three reasons. First, this picture book will grow with kids. The text is simple enough to engage young children, but the endnotes will interest older ones who are reading themselves. Second, Ed Young’s illustrations are certain to mesmerize adults and children alike. His use […]

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How Do Birds Find Their Way?

May 14th, 2012 · 2 Comments · Books

Review By JESSICA ALMY My kiddo’s kindergarten class has been focusing on nonfiction books lately, both reading and writing/illustrating books that make a detailed exploration of the science and natural history of wild animals. Of course, with my passion for wildlife, I’ve taken this opportunity to find new books for our bookshelves at home! One of the […]

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Wild Cats: Cougars, Bobcats and Lynx

April 17th, 2012 · No Comments · Books

Review By JENNIFER GANNETT, as part of our ongoing series celebrating Environmental Education Week Fascinated by big cats? Wild Cats: Cougars, Bobcat and Lynx is a neat find and a great resource for those looking for some straightforward information on the life and times of the North American big cats. Wild Cats covers the habits and movements of cougars, bobcat and lynx, […]

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Eye on the Wild: Cheetah and Gorilla

April 11th, 2012 · 3 Comments · Books

Review By KRISTIN WALD Everyone loves baby animals. Even the most jaded adult will admit to succumbing to warm fuzzies when faced with kittens and puppies. Suzi Eszterhas, an award-winning wildlife photographer, has a new series from Frances Lincoln called Eye on the Wild. The first two of the four-book series are Cheetah and Gorilla. A combination of […]

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