Frank Carlson Library

Why is water important? How does water change to ice and steam? Where does the water in rain come from? Baby Explorer is a series of board books for little ones that encourages them to explore the world around them. The books are based on things in their world they can see, touch, hear, smell, or taste-things they can relate to and understand.

An illustrated sailing guide for beginner and expert alike! The Complete Guide to Sailing& Seamanship is the perfect blend of captivating sea stories and essential, basic instructional methods for anyone yearning to sail. Topics include seamanship and boat handling, anchoring and docking, and history and lore alike. Chapters include: Knots and Lines Sailboat Anatomy Steering & Sailing Lakes, Harbors, and Bays A Look at the Weather Charts &...

Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text introduce readers to the special life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of starfish. Beautiful ocean images lead students in their exploration of this stellar shaped creature. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning....

Do you know that all plants and animals need water? Readers learn why water is so important to everyone, and what it is used for. Also, readers will discover ways to save water every day.

This charmingly illustrated booklet explores Florida's coral reefs and introduces children to the plants and animals that live there. It was originally published as part of The Florida Water Story in 1998. This is one of a four part series that includes the Oceans, the Coastlines, and the Wetlands of Florida. Next in series > > See all of the books in this series

Get the authoritative guide to the waterways of Georgia, offering thousands of miles of paddling. Wet your paddle-and whet your paddling appetite-with Canoeing & Kayaking Georgia, the definitive guide to whitewater, smoothwater, and everything in between. From the Chattahoochee River Watershed in the west to the Savannah River Basin along the eastern border, this is your complete resource for paddling the creeks and rivers of the Peach State. Canoeing...

Dive into units of measurement and an exploration of ocean life through this Spanish-translated nonfiction e-book. Explore ocean depths in feet and meters, find the weight of giant squids, discover the length of sea spider legs, and investigate temperatures throughout the ocean layers. From the sunlit zone to trenches, Spanish readers will practice converting units and solving measurement problems while learning about marine ecology. Using familiar...

The ocean is the largest biome on Earth. Animals live all over the ocean-from the sunlit surface layer down to the deep, dark ocean floor. But how do plants grow deep underwater? And what can people do to help keep this biome safe? Read this book to find out!

Teach elementary kids about the water crisis and empower them to take action. Water is one of the most critical issues of our time. Make a Splash! provides a kid-friendly overview of Earth's ocean and waterways and how kids can help protect and restore this water planet. Filled with facts about our waters, their inhabitants, and the threats they face, this book has inspiring stories of kids in action and ideas for kids to make a difference. In fun...

"Freshwater fishing is a popular outdoor sport. People fish on lakes, rivers, and other sources of freshwater. Learn everything fishers need to know about freshwater fishing, including the necessary equipment and taking care of nature"--