Gail Gibbons
3) Zoo
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Provides a behind-the-scenes look at a working day at the zoo, from the moment the workers arrive until the night guard locks the gate.
4) Frogs
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An introduction to frogs, discussing their tadpole beginnings, noises they make, their hibernation, body parts, and how they differ from toads.
5) Pigs
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Examines the basic characteristics, common breeds, intelligence, behavior, life cycle, and uses of pigs.
6) Spiders
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Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders
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In addition to the story of Patrick's life, here is information about how St. Patrick's Day is celebrated. There are decorations from shamrocks to shillelaghs. People give cards, share meals, and wear green to honor Ireland, the Emerald Isle-and there are parades! Included are six legends about Patrick. Full color. As well as telling the story of St. Patrick's life, this simple account describes how we celebrate his day and the symbols connected with...
8) The planets
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From the burning surface of Venus to the freezing darkness of Neptune, Gail Gibbons takes children on a tour of our solar system—which are very different from each other in size, shape, orbit, and even weather. The bodies in our solar system are named, described, and illustrated in clear, well-labeled spreads that give a strong sense of shape and scale to our skies. Each entry is full of intriguing details about their composition, behavior, and...
10) Farming
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An introduction, in simple text and illustrations, to farming and the work done on a farm throughout the seasons.
13) Spiders
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Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, habitats, and different kinds of spiders
14) Apples
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Apples come in all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Take a bite and chew on months of planting, growing, picking, and selling that bring this tasty fruit into the home.
15) Fire! Fire!
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Views fire fighters fighting fires in the city, in the country, in the forest, and on the waterfront.
19) The milk makers
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Wonderful illustrations and text depict the entire milk-making process from the goats, sheep, and cows through the dairy.