Summary: Covering the essential curriculum areas of human geography, physical geography, geology, and ecology, First Earth Encyclopedia is a comprehensive introduction to the world around us. The engaging style of DK's First Reference series is applied to such topics as where and how people live, how to use maps, weather, world environments, and the changing climate -- inspiring younger readers to think...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550.3 FIRGardner, Jane P.
Summary: "In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the features of tectonic plates, how they have shaped Earth's surface in the past, and how they could change Earth in the future. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about tectonic plates and their impact on our planet"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.1 GARBrown, Don
Summary: Conveys the history of the Earth in humorous graphic novel format, from the big bang through continent formation, discussing how weather events and climate change continue to shape the landscape.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.7 BRODenecke, Edward J.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's 2012
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 550 DENGardner, Jane P.
Summary: "In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the features of supervolcanoes, how they have shaped Earth's surface in the past, and the possibilities of them changing the future of life on Earth. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about supervolcanoes and their impact on our planet"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.21 GARSummary: Host Neil deGrasse Tyson returns, bringing together a rare mix of potentially clashing personalities - celebrities, comedians and the worlds leading scientific experts - to explore a variety of cosmic and science topics.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV STABrown, Carron
Summary: Embark upon a memorable journey of discovery with this combination of natural landscapes, animal habitats, and geological wonders. From a snowy Antarctic landscape and dry African grasslands to tectonic plates rumbling beneath the planet's crust and meteorites whizzing through the atmosphere, children will be fascinated by the beauty of their home - our Earth! The unique design of the book...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a division of EDC Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 BROCopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE FIC BROCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE Set Shine Light Brown 2017Summary: "Have you ever picked up a rock and admired its colors, crystals, and texture, and thought, "How did it get this way?" Or have you ever driven by an unusual landform and wondered, "Why is it like that?" These questions have surprisingly deep answers that can encompass a significant fraction of Earth's 4.6-billion-year history. Such revelations come from the science of geology, but you don't...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 551 PRARenton, John J.
Summary: These 36 half-hour lectures are your initiation into the geological world that lies just outside your door. "The Nature of Earth: An Introduction to Geology" introduces you to physical geology, the study of Earth's minerals, rocks, soils, and the processes that operate on them through time.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2006
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3 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: DVD 551.1 NAT Part 1Call number: DVD 551.1 NAT Part 2
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Martin, Jerome
Summary: Introduction to earth sciences is full of colorful illustrations and presented in an engaging format.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 MARCopies Available at Interlochen
1 available in JT Non-Fiction, Call number: JT Nature MartinBrereton, Catherine
Summary: "Small in size, MIGHTY in facts! The Small and Mighty Book of Planet Earth is a pocket-sized treasure trove of information about the planet on which we live. Have you ever wondered about the watery, rocky planet we call home? Open this book to discover . . . How elephants predict earthquakes, Water that is 4 billion years old, An undersea mountain taller than Mount Everest, and MANY MORE...
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Publisher / Publication Date: OH!, an imprint of Welbeck Children's Limited 2022
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 BREGaneri, Anita
Summary: "Award-winning children's author Anita Ganeri takes curious kids who love learning to the most incredible locations in the world. This science book for kids includes breathtaking images and mind-blowing facts about our majestic home -- Earth! Turn the pages to discover natural wonders, stunning vistas and other jaw-dropping places from around the world. Over 100 far-flung locations around the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 GANJenkins, Steve
Summary: "With his signature style, Steve Jenkins uses engaging graphics and visual literacy to convey scientific facts and concepts, making them accessible for all kinds of readers. In Our World: By the Numbers readers will learn about the complex and wonderful place we call home. This book opens wide on the solar system and then zooms in on planet Earth--its history, its creatures, its climate, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Clarion Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers 2024
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: This volume focuses on Earth's composition, including mineralogy and crystallography; igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic petrology; economic geology; and geochemistry. It investigates Earth's structure, which concerns geophysics, structural geology, tectonics, volcanology, and geodesy. Earth's surface features and processes are also explored. Historical geology, stratigraphy, paleontology,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Britannica Educational Publishing in Association with Rosen Educational Services 2017
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1 available in Teen Display, Call number: YA 550 GEOSummary: Tyson looks at the most confounding mysteries of Earth, space, and what it means to be human. He attempts to answer all of your most pressing questions, from how the brain works to the physics of comic book superheroes.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in E-TV DVDs, Call number: DVD E-TV STAPaul, Miranda.
Summary: "A spare, poetic picture book exploring the different phases of the water cycle in surprising and engaging ways"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Roaring Brook Press 2015
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.4 PAUCopies Available at Kingsley
1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.4 PAUCopies Available at Woodmere
1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE PAUCopies Available at Peninsula
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: JE PAUTyson, Neil deGrasse
Summary: A companion to the celebrated scientist's popular podcast and National Geographic Channel series combines the subjects of his favorite talks with comprehensive facts, sidebars, and imagery.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2017
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 520 TYSMunsey, Lizzie
Summary: Explore the world in ways never seen before, as you scurry through the chambers of a beehive, soar above mountains with birds, and travel to the far reaches of the universe in this collection of maps that is like no other. Each beautifully illustrated map is accompanied by all the extra information you could need on your journey of discovery. --
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Publishing
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Place a hold to request this item.Oldham, Matthew
Summary: A great introduction for young children to ever-popular topics, with charming pictures and simple text perfect for reading and talking about with young children. Topics covered include Our World, Space, Science, My Body, Animals, Dinosaurs and Long Ago.
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Publisher / Publication Date: EDC Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Parent-Teacher Collection, Call number: J Teach EncyRichardson, S. Thomas
Summary: "Introduction to Earth's continents using simple text, illustrations, and photos. Features include puzzles and games, fun facts, a resource list, and an index"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: World Book, Inc. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 550 RICSummary: Illustrations and text in question and answer format provide miscellaneous information about planet Earth.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2015
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Place a hold to request this item.Olson, Elsie
Summary: This title tools, methods, discoveries, and careers in the Geology field. Accompanying the main text are activities from agate coasters to an underwater eruption. These crafts encourage readers to engage with what they learned, solidifying their new knowledge. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO 2024
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J507.8 OLSGardner, Jane P.
Summary: "In this book, early fluent readers will learn about asteroids, their composition, how they have changed Earth's landscape, and how they could change the future of life on Earth and in space"--
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Jump!, Inc. 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 551.3 GARTyson, Neil deGrasse
Summary: This book brings together the best of StarTalk, Tyson's popular podcast and television show devoted to solving the most confounding mysteries of Earth, space, and what it means to be human.
Format: sound recording-nonmusical
Publisher / Publication Date: 2022