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Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2010.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Become an insect detective and find out just what the insects around you are up to!"--Dust jacket flap.
An enticing, fact-filled invitation to explore the world of insects. Includes hands-on activities.
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Take Clausen's tips, and you just might convince the deer to eat at a restaurant down the street." -Good House Keeping
Are deer destroying your garden? There is a solution, and it doesn't involve fencing, barriers, or chemicals. Keeping your garden safe from deer is as simple as choosing the right plants. In 50 Beautiful Deer-Resistant Plants, perennial plant expert Ruth Rogers Clausen highlights the best, most versatile plants that deer simply...
Author
Publisher
Dawn Publications
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
In this version of the classic song "Old MacDonald Had a Farm," the farmer's granddaughter plants a garden which provides a place for birds, insects, and other wild creatures to shelter and nest. Backmatter presents facts and activities related to this lively ecosystem.
Author
Language
English
Description
Brimming with stories, wisdom, and expert knowledge, this delightful book gives enthusiasts a peek into the private worlds of eleven North American birds: swallows, blue jays, chickadees, song sparrows, house sparrows, phoebes, mockingbirds, crows, red-winged blackbirds, robins, and hummingbirds. Calvin Simonds shows you how to really observe these birds -- how to interpret the caws of crows, recognize blue jays from their facial markings, understand...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the life of Fiona, a baby hippopotamus who was born prematurely and raised by humans at the Cincinnati Zoo, and details how the hippo became a worldwide Internet sensation. Includes general information about hippos as a species." --
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects that inhabit our yards and gardens are overwhelmingly on our side--they are not our enemies, but instead our allies. They pollinate our flowers and vegetable crops, and they keep pests in check. In Garden Allies, Frédérique Lavoipierre shares fascinating portraits of these creatures, describing their life cycles and showing how they keep the garden's ecology in balance. Also included is helpful information...
Author
Publisher
Lorenz Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Lavelle shows how gardeners and wildlife can share the same space without conflict-- and to mutual benefit. The vast majority of garden creatures will not damage plants or be a nuisance, and those that can often make a meal for larger creatures. In showing readers the best plants to grow where, and encouraging natural gardening techniques for wildlife-friendly habitats, Lavelle sets you on your first step in becoming a wildlife gardener. --
