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Seals and sea lions look very similar, and it's sometimes difficult to tell them apart. Both marine mammals live in oceans all over the world. One has visible ear flaps, while the other has ears but no external flaps. One swooshes through the water using their back flippers, and the other uses their front flippers to swim through water. On land, one bounces along, and the other can "walk" on their hind flippers. Learn about the similarities and differences...
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Plongez dans les profondeurs de l'océan avec "Échos de l'Océan", une exploration captivante du monde des dauphins, ces ambassadeurs gracieux des mers. Ce livre offre bien plus qu'un simple aperçu de la biologie marine et du comportement des dauphins ; il dévoile les mystères de leur intelligence remarquable et la richesse de leur vie sociale. Des mélodies sous-marines aux stratégies alimentaires complexes, chaque page dévoile des facettes...
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The conversation in this book deals with the impact of modern life on Balinese society over the past 50 years. Eric Buvelot, journalist and 13 years' editor of La Gazette de Bali, interviews Jean Couteau, an observer of Bali for over 40 years, author of many books, and national columnist for Kompas. They discuss changes from sexual behavior to religious practices, the engagement of Balinese with foreigners and other Indonesians, issues of tolerance,...
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What do crabs and lobsters have in common, and how are they different? While both animals live in the ocean, one prefers to swim and the other walks. One can be found in coastal tidepools and the other offshore. They both have skeletons on the outside of their bodies. There's more to these animals than just being good food for us. Learn about these fascinating crustaceans in the latest addition to our Compare and Contrast Series. US
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This is the tale of a small fish forced to flee his homeland after unexpected tragedy strikes. His arduous journey to the sea becomes a crucible, forging invaluable life lessons along the way. But no experience proves more formative than his struggle to liberate a school of fish from the ruthless reign of a tyrannical, self-appointed religious leader. In this decisive battle that pits oppression against freedom, the fish and his companion come to...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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¿Qué tienen en común y en qué se diferencian los cangrejos y las langostas? Aunque ambos animales viven en el océano, uno prefiere nadar y el otro caminar. Uno puede ser encontrado en pozas costeras y el otro en alta mar. Ambos tienen esqueletos en la par
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In this Little Blossom Stories book, Brad and Brin search the beach for a sand crab. Uses decodable text, a repetition of sight words, and vowel sounds to increase readability. Focuses on the phonics skill of decoding consonant blends. Original illustrations help guide readers through the story. Author/Illustrator biography Original artwork Phonetics Teaching guides The Little Blossom Stories series uses curriculum based fiction to get children comfortable...
9) Puffer Fish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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When puffer fish sense danger, they may try to swim away. But if these slow swimmers can't move fast enough, they can inflate to more than twice their normal size! Woah! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about puffer fish!
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Dans ce livre, plongez dans le fascinant royaume de la cognition animale. Explorez les méandres des forêts avec les Grands Singes, plongez dans les océans avec les Dauphins, parcourez les plaines aux ctés des Éléphants, et observez le ciel avec les Corbeaux et les Corneilles. Ce voyage éclairant révèle les capacités étonnantes des animaux qui ont évolué aux ctés de l'humanité.À travers des histoires captivantes et des découvertes...
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"They say he met the King of the Sea, who taught him something important." "And it all happened because he fed a fish!" "And it all happened because he shared what little he had." Every day young Nuri makes his way to the sea shore to eat some bread and throw a piece into the waves. He does so because his father told him to "cast your bread on the water". Even though Nuri can't remember the second part of that beloved saying, but he follows his father's...
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Finn is a courageous and imaginative boy whose heart is filled with wanderlust. With the permission of his dad, Jim, Finn and Toby venture far from home, exploring the bustling streets with awe and wonder. Meanwhile, his caring mother, Izabella, anxiously hopes that her adventurous son doesn't wander too far.One fateful day, Finn and Toby find themselves at a bustling airfield where airplanes take off and perform daring aerial maneuvers. Entranced...
13) Axolotl
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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A small salamander swims in muddy lake water. But this little creature still has its webbed feet and feathery gills. Axolotls spend their whole lives in watery homes. What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about Axolotls!
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Inspired by a true story of how a young narwhal finds himself a new family to love and accept him-a pod of beluga whales!Little Narwhal is lost. After a big storm hits, he wanders the ocean alone, in search of a community to belong to. Eventually he finds other whales . . . but these whales don't look like him at all! Will they welcome him into their family?From the same team behind the bestselling book Dream Flights on Arctic Nights, this story is...
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Get ready for an enchanting adventure with Conor and his wise grandmother, Mimi, in this heartwarming tale of love, discovery, and the magic of the sea. Join them as they set off on a treasure hunt to find the perfect Conch shell, rumored to possess a magical sound.
As they explore the sandy shore, encountering playful dolphins and curious seagulls, their bond grows stronger. Along the way, they collect fascinating seashells of all colors and patterns,...
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Dolphins: The Amazing World of Aquatic Acrobats Immerse yourself and your little ones in the captivating world of our ocean's most playful performers in "Dolphins: The Amazing World of Aquatic Acrobats." This fun and educational children's book makes learning about dolphins as exciting as a leap out of the water!Learn all about dolphinsIncludes fun dolphin factsDolphin quizzes and activitiesPerfect for kids ages 4-8Hours of educational fun for children...
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Now in Spanish--Ever wondered how sharks are different from other fish, and what makes them such fearsome hunters? Or how a feeding frenzy works? Explore this exciting book for answers to questions you'll be glad we asked--plus dozens of amazing facts and lots of lively, colorful illustrations.
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Dive under the sea with Sammy O'Gill, a kind bullnose shark. But his shark peers bully him for befriending all sealife. As Viper, Riptide, Squint, and Toothless torment him, his best friend Zoomer the dolphin buoys his spirits. Through their adventures, Sammy discovers courage and the power of embracing what makes you different. This tail-wagging tale reminds us that our differences deepen friendship. When Sammy faces ridicule, Zoomer models loyalty...
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Everything you never knew about sushi-its surprising origins, the colorful lives of its chefs, and the bizarre behavior of the creatures that compose it
Trevor Corson takes us behind the scenes at America's first sushi-chef training academy, as eager novices strive to master the elusive art of cooking without cooking. He delves into the biology and natural history of the edible creatures of the sea, and tells the fascinating story of an Indo-Chinese...
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Suffering sea monsters! Can Hubert brave the storm?Meet Rainbow Reef's fabulous fish kids: Aiden, the panicky pufferfish, Sparky the doggone friendly dogfish, Olga the eight-legged bully, her little sister Red, and Hubert, a tiny hermit crab and wannabe spy. When Hubert and friends play hide-and-seek in the spooky Kelp Forest, Red Octopus gets lost. With a storm raging, can Hubert bring her home safely? Finding a tiny octopus in the ocean is trickier...
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