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What qualifies as big game? Bison, elk, and moose are all truly large animals that are exciting to track and hunt. In this book, readers are introduced to this sport through the animals often hunted, the ways people track them, the gear needed, and how one prepares for a big-game hunt. Hunting safety and general rules and regulations are discussed in an age-appropriate way. Full-color photographs of big game and big game hunters aid readers' understanding...
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Everything is connected on Earth, even if we can't see it right away. Biogeology is the study of the important and sometimes weird relationships between living things and the Earth itself. Young readers might know how beavers dam rivers to make ponds, but they probably don't know about the hungry bacteria that eat rocks to make sparkly minerals like pyrite. This fun, fact-filled volume reinforces essential science concepts with surprising examples...
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When it comes to tales of adventure, not many heroes are more beloved than Robin Hood. The subject of numerous stories, ballads, films, and television series, Robin Hood was an outlaw character created in medieval Britain. He is famed for stealing from the rich to give to the poor. This book traces the history of Robin Hood back to his earliest mentions in British folklore and ballads. Illuminating fact boxes and approachable language makes the text...
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The name of the Pied Piper is often used as a metaphor to describe someone who has a lot of charisma and can attract followers or supporters. But the German story from the Middle Ages weaves a more sinister story about a rat catcher who lures away the village children out of revenge. In this book, young readers will learn about the mythical piper and how his story likely ties into Europe's history of plague. Informative fact boxes and approachable...
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Vampires are the subject of some of our favorite spooky stories to tell and movies to watch. The myth of vampires-and other creatures like them-has existed for hundreds of years, but perhaps the most famous one of all got his start a little more recently. In this book, young readers will learn all about Dracula, the famous subject of the 1897 novel by Irish author Bram Stoker, as well as the real-life prince from the 1400s named Vlad III on whom Dracula...
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It seems crazy, but you really can make hundreds of thousands of dollars just by posting pictures online. "Social media influencer" is a real job for many people, and even some pets. This on-trend volume is filled with relatable examples similar to the posts young readers may see in feeds every day. Better yet, this book is a clever way to teach critical thinking skills, like how to spot an advertisement and why it matters if your favorite Instagrammer...
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Rip Van Winkle is perhaps one of the most enduring legends born out of the American Revolution. The subject of an 1819 short story by Washington Irving, Rip Van Winkle took a nap in the Catskill Mountains of New York and woke up 20 years later, having missed the entire war! In this book, young readers find out how the legendary story of Rip Van Winkle has its roots in older tales throughout history about progress and change. The text includes informative...
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Have you ever noticed how some continents seem like they could fit together like puzzle pieces? That's because millions of years ago they did. This exciting book dives deep to explain the action-packed science of tectonic plates. Colorful maps point out where to find the Earth's major and minor tectonic plates. Dramatic photographs and vivid diagrams show what happens when they collide. Curious readers will love this high-interest take on geology...
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Squirrels, small birds, rabbits, and coyotes are just some of the creatures that fall into the small-game category. Hunting for these small animals can be just as exciting as hunting larger animals. In this fact-filled volume, readers learn about safety, conservation, and hunting techniques for the many kinds of small game. Full-color photographs and age-appropriate details aim to prepare young readers for their first experience small-game hunting....
10) Turkey Hunting
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Turkey hunting is one of the most popular kinds of hunting in the United States! Learning how to track and hunt turkeys is a fun way to engage with the great outdoors. In this book, readers do exactly that through text full of age-appropriate details about hunting turkeys. Full-color photographs fill each page and help readers connect with what they're reading and offer a close look at what hunting turkeys is like. It's the perfect way to prepare...
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One of the spookier American legends is that of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, a story by the author Washington Irving. It tells the tale of schoolmaster Ichabod Crane and his encounter with the terrifying Headless Horseman. In addition to the original book, Sleepy Hollow has been the subject of numerous films, cartoons, and television series. In this book, young readers will learn about the origins of the story and its enduring popularity. Fun fact...
12) Podcasters
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In the digital age, it's never been easier to broadcast your voice to the world. With podcasts, all you need is a microphone, a computer, some time, and a story to tell. Your readers will meet the radio and podcast pioneers who started this trend. Tech-savvy readers will love this behind-the-scenes look of how a podcast is made, and perhaps inspire them to start their own. This contemporary, high-interest volume makes the business side of podcasting...
13) Ice Fishing
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Ice fishing requires special knowledge and certain kinds of gear to both stay warm and break through the ice. It's not a sport one embarks on without preparation! This book is the perfect way for beginning ice fishers to get an idea of what their first expedition out on the ice will be like. The main content is written especially for young readers using age-appropriate detail and language. Full-color photographs on every spread bring readers out on...
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The legend of King Arthur and the knights of the roundtable is one of the oldest and most exciting tales to come out of medieval Britain. While most experts agree King Arthur wasn't a real-life historical figure, stories about him, Merlin, Guinevere, and Lancelot have taught readers all about adventure, bravery, and even magic. In this book, young readers can learn about the origins of the King Arthur legend and why tales of his deeds are so important...
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Even small children are often taken freshwater fishing. From ponds to the Great Lakes, the places one can fish are numerous across North America. It's a great way to get to know the great outdoors near or far from home! This book explores the world of freshwater fishing including information about how to fish, what gear is needed, and how to be safe when freshwater fishing. Colorful photographs on each spread help young readers make connections to...
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If you think grasslands are just boring old grass, think again. This high-interest volume is packed with facts about these rich habitats that cover one-fourth of our planet. Readers will learn that grasslands actually need wildfires to stay healthy. Some places use skilled firefighters to start fires in grasslands on purpose. Amazing photographs take readers up close to the curious creatures that call grasslands home, from antelope in the North American...
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To many people, a diary is like a trusted friend and somewhere secretive to share their true thoughts and feelings. In this book, readers explore more than 200 years of American history through the eyes of real people who lived through it and chronicled their experience. Readers learn what makes diaries and autobiographies different, why they matter, and how to think critically to read them like a historian. From the American Revolution to the 21st...
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Look out below! Landslides and mudslides are some of the most dangerous forces in nature. In seconds, these roaring rivers of earth and rocks can uproot trees, flip cars, and destroy whole neighborhoods. Readers of this action-packed book will learn many earth-shattering facts, such as that a mudslide can move at speeds up to 50 miles per hour. Diagrams explain how and why these natural disasters happen. Amazing archival photographs and sidebars give...
19) Bloggers
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Some bloggers write just for fun. Others turn their blogs into a full-time business. Did you ever wonder how they do it? In the enlightening pages of this volume, readers go behind the scenes of the blogosphere, the online community of bloggers and their readers. They get tips and tricks that bloggers use to build a fan base and learn how bloggers get their posts noticed on social media and search engines like Google. They'll also discover how a blog...
20) Deer Hunting
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In many places in the United States, deer hunting is almost like a party! Family and friends gather when it's deer season where they live. Different kinds of deer live across the country. Readers learn the basics of deer hunting in this book in preparation for their first outing. From where to hunt to how to stay safe, the main content offers age-appropriate information and fun facts for young readers. Full-color photographs show readers what to expect...