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Mysteries of nature trilogy volume 1
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
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"A forester's fascinating stories, supported by the latest scientific research, reveal the extraordinary world of forests and illustrate how trees communicate and care for each other."--
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The author of the Pulitzer Prize finalist The Forest Unseen visits with nature’s most magnificent networkers — trees
"At once lyrical and informative, filled with beauty." – Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth Extinction
David Haskell’s award-winning The Forest Unseen won acclaim for eloquent writing and deep engagement with the natural world. Now, Haskell brings his...
"At once lyrical and informative, filled with beauty." – Elizabeth Kolbert, author of The Sixth Extinction
David Haskell’s award-winning The Forest Unseen won acclaim for eloquent writing and deep engagement with the natural world. Now, Haskell brings his...
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Greystone Books
Language
English
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"In an era of cell phone addiction and ever-expanding cities, many of us fear we've lost our connection to nature--but Peter Wohlleben is convinced that age-old ties linking humans to the forest remain alive and intact. Whether we observe it or not, our blood pressure stabilizes near trees, the color green calms us, and the forest sharpens our senses. Drawing on new scientific discoveries, The Heartbeat of Trees reveals the profound interactions humans...
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MPI Media Group
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Branching off of his bestselling book, renowned forester and writer Peter Wohlleben guides us through his most precious ideas and understanding of how trees work in this enlightening documentary. Presenting ecological, biological, and academic expertise with matter-of-fact candor, Peter inspires us to see the forest for the trees. Traveling through Germany, Poland, Sweden, and Vancouver, Peter discusses, debates, and explains the amazing processes...
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David Suzuki Institute
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From the international bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees. An illuminating manifesto on ancient forests: how they adapt to climate change by passing their wisdom through generations, and why our future lies in protecting them. In his beloved book The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben revealed astonishing discoveries about the social networks of trees and how they communicate. Now, in The Power of Trees, he turns to their future, with...
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KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
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"The forest floor is its own amazing ecosystem with much to explore! What kinds of rocks are found in the forest? How are sticks used by animals and insects? Questions such as these are answered as readers explore the hidden world of the forest floor"--Provided by publisher.
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National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"For millennia, trees have offered renewal and inspiration. They have provided for humanity on every level, from spiritual sanctuary to the raw material for our homes, books, and food. In this beautiful and revealing book, National Geographic combines legendary photography with cutting-edge science to illuminate exactly how trees influence the life of planet Earth--from our personal lives to the weather cycle. Beautifully illustrated essays tell the...
9) Rainforest
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Publisher
Childs Play (International) Ltd
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Travel deep into the forest what elusive and fascinating creatures will you find there? Delicate, colorful and distinctive, Julia Groves' illustrations introduce us to the animals that live in this precious and endangered habitat. Wildlife fans will be thrilled to encounter all kinds of rainforest creatures from the familiar species to the more obscure.
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Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex "wood wide web" of roots, every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. Did you know that trees take care of each other and that the whole forest is connected? The Magic and Mystery of Trees takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are. Discover how they communicate...
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Chronicle Books
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
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"This enchanting and informative picture book explores the vital connections between the layers of an ecosystem, relating how every tree, flower, plant, and animal connect to one another in spiraling circles of life."--
12) Rain forest
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
The tropical rain forests of the world are home to nearly half the animal species on earth - an estimated five million different life forms. More than 100 inches of rainfall each year sustain this lush environment, where some of the most fascinating examples of natural adaptation can be found. Journey to the dense rain forests of Costa Rica and watch as leaf-cutting ants carry sections of leaves many times their weight to underground fungus gardens,...
13) Rainforests
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English
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"Find out what a rainforest is and what kinds of plants and animals call the rainforests home"--
14) Forest
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Groundwood Books
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Forest is a non-fiction picture book for very young children, designed to encourage their perception of the natural world and encourage a caring connection to it. Through gentle questions, the text asks young readers to consider what they see and experience in the forest through the seasons - animal tracks, tiny creatures in the soil, birds soaring in the sky above, leaves on the forest floor, towering trees, shade and dappled sunlight, wild flowers...
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Princeton University Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"The earth's forests are havens of nature supporting a diversity of life. Shaped by climate and geography, these vast and dynamic wooded spaces offer unique ecosystems that shelter complex and interdependent webs of flora, fungi, and animals. The World Atlas of Trees and Forests offers a beautiful introduction to what forests are, how they work, how they grow, and how we map, assess, and conserve them"--
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Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"You can find everything from towering trees to microorganisms too small for the eye to see in the lush forest. All of the plants and animal in the forest rely on one another to live healthy lives. When some of that life among the leaves is put at risk, others soon suffer. Uncover the truth about biodiversity, explore its impact on the environment, and learn what you can do to help life in the forest. Approachable text and engaging images bring this...
17) Forest creatures
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Series
Publisher
KidHaven Publishing, an imprint of Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"How many different kinds of creatures live in the forest? Where do they make their homes within the forest? What kinds of things do they eat? Questions such as these are answered in this age-appropriate text about the biodiversity that exists in forests"--Provided by publisher.
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Series
Publisher
Crabtree Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"From the sunlit-filled canopy to the shaded forest floor, readers will discover how a rainforest tree provides shelter, water, food, and other essential resources to meet the needs of a variety of living things."--
19) Forest biome
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Series
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Cody Koala, an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about the three major types of forest biomes.
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