Summary: Take a flight of fancy with nature's most beguiling creatures. See their miraculous transformation from lowly caterpillar to airborne adult, and learn why these delicate insects have long inspired and entranced us.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV EYESummary: Takes you beneath the surface to reveal the hidden secrets of an incredible variety of skeletal structures, none more complex than our own. A symbol of our deepest fears, a miracle of engineering - see the skeleton as never before.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2006
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV EYESummary: Panoramic illustrations and fascinating text reveal the story of the Great Wall and the individuals who helped build it, bringing to life key periods and turning points in the Great Wall's history.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Oversize, Call number: J 951 GRESummary: Takes you on a twisting journey down the great rivers of the world, pausing to visit the thriving realm of freshwater ponds. Travel upstream to find civilization's source - then down again to see the key to our very survival.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2007
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1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV EYESummary: The official and definitive guide to the characters of the dynamic, ever-expanding Marvel Universe – now updated with more than 1,200 iconic Super Heroes and villains. Filled with superb artwork and illustrated characters from the original Marvel Comics, this is the one book every fan has to own – and the only book that covers the full scope of the vibrant Marvel Comics universe.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Text and computer-generated illustrations present information about all the major types of dinosaurs as well as ancient fish, other prehistoric reptiles in the air or water, and early mammals. Includes fact-file sidebars and information about the latest fossil finds and breakthrough theories.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Discover the essential facts about Marvel Comics' timeless heroes such as Captain America, Spider-Man, and Iron Man, and villains like Thanos, Loki, and Kingpin. Keep up with the ever-expanding Marvel Universe with this new edition of DK's best-selling Marvel Encyclopedia. Updated and expanded, this definitive Who's Who of Marvel Comics reveals vital info and secret histories of more than 1200...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 741.5 MARCocking, Lauren
Summary: A cultural bonanza, a sun-seekers paradise, a foodie haven- Mexico is a treat for every visitor. Whether you want to sample smoky mezcal in Oaxaca, swim in the Yucatan's crystal-clear cenotes or discover ancient Maya ruins in the jungle, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Mexico has to offer. Many are drawn to Mexico for its pristine beaches, but exploring inland...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley Limited 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 917.20 COCMcGarvey, Declan.
Summary: This cultured and sophisticated South American capital never bores. Buenos Aires boasts historic cafés, glamorous bars, a world-class opera house, elegant neighborhoods, a hospitable people eager to show visitors around, and so much more. True to its name, this Top 10 guidebook covers all major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2015
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1 available in Adult, Call number: 910 TRAVEL BUENOS AIRESFrost, Adam
Summary: Adam shows how small plantings, design flourishes, hands-on creative projects, and simple hard landscaping projects can help transform your garden. Taking an artisan's approach to his own garden, Adam emphasizes how you too can find inspiration and turn it into a garden feature, how to personalize your ideas -- using what you already have -- and upcycling. There's something to suit everyone's...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2022
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 635 FROCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Garden FrostSummary: Reveals the most amazing facts and folklore about our favorite furry animals. Towering or tiny, ferocious or friendly, mammals trot, hop, swim, and soar. Meet the creatures that make up this huge and varied family.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2007
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Zoom in on a world of creatures that are industrious, sociable, and environmentally useful, but that are nevertheless avoided and ignored. Safely examine the wonders of the insect through macrophotography and startling 3-D graphics that reveal the true importance of these amazing life forms.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2006
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1 available in Children's videos, Call number: DVD ECopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV EYESummary: Explores the murky world of the shark to discover facts and dispel myths about these marine creatures.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Dorling Kindersley 2007
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1 available in Children's videos, Call number: DVD ECopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Digital Video Disc, Call number: DVD JUV EYESummary: Provides background information on Australia; describes the major sights, and suggests hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor activities.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Trav Wor AustraliaSummary: "From sunset at Stonehenge to the steps of the Forbidden City, see the wonders of the world and the people who built and used them brought back to life in stunning detail. Discover humanity's greatest monuments restored to their former glory in this guide to the wonders of the world. Incredible History: Wonders of the World turns back time to reveal realistic reconstructions of the most...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 722 BACSummary: "Take to the rails and have a European adventure with this inspiring and practical guidebook. Thanks to Europe's ever-expanding and improving rail network, there's never been a better time to explore this diverse continent by train. But with so much ground to cover, it can be difficult to know where to start - and that's where Europe by Train comes in. Compiled by a team of travel experts, our...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2023
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Showing how to grow plants and then how to use them in delicious kid-appealing recipes, "Grow It, Cook It" is more than a cookbook--it offers a fresh approach to healthy eating by getting children involved in food right from the start!
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2008
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J Food GrowSummary: A region-by-region travel guide to India featuring descriptions of the country's history and culture; practical details on hotels, restaurants, and other aspects of trip planning; and many color photos and maps.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 915.4 INDSummary: Presents surprising facts about the world, including the size of the largest giant squid, how far a person walks in a lifetime, and what is the hottest chili pepper.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J031.02 ITSummary: Read up on fantastic facts and study more than 50 picture quizes with three levels of difficulty. The challenge gets harder as you work your way from Starter, to Challenger, and Genius category.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 030 KNOSummary: An innovative and accessible guide to theories in technology and nature. Learning about science can be daunting, but this book makes it easier by giving you all the big ideas simply explained. Simple explanations and stylish infographics open up the world of science to even the complete novice.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 500 SCICopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 500 SCISummary: "Packed with fun activities, crafts, reading games, and amazing facts, kids can take a dive under the waves and meet all the colorful creatures beneath from clown fish to starfish to jellyfish in this educational project book."--ONIX annotations.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2017