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Mysteries of nature trilogy volume 1
Language
English
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Description
Are trees social beings? Forester and author Peter Wohlleben makes the case that, yes, the forest is a social network. He draws on groundbreaking scientific discoveries to describe how trees are like human families: tree parents live together with their children, communicate with them, support them as they grow, share nutrients with those who are sick or struggling, and even warn each other of impending dangers. Wohlleben also shares his deep love...
5) Tree
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1050L
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees.
6) Trees
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Series
Language
English
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This field guide highlights 100 trees found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about the appearance of each tree and will be able to identify these plants after seeing the vivid photographs and useful labels within the book. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
7) Trees
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Series
Language
English
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"The Exploring Life Cycles series introduces young readers to the different ways in which plants and animals are born and grow"--
8) Trees
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
480L
Language
English
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Description
Trees helps young readers find the answers to questions and learn about the incredible world of threes, from deciduous to conifer and beyond. Call-outs throughout the book prompt inquiry and critical thinking skills by asking questions and inviting readers to looks closely at the photographs and diagrams.
Author
Publisher
Basic Books, Hachette Book Group
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Humans have always revered long-lived trees. But as historian Jared Farmer reveals in Elderflora, our veneration took a modern turn in the eighteenth century, when naturalists embarked on a quest to locate and precisely date the oldest living things on earth. The new science of tree time prompted travelers to visit ancient specimens and conservationists to protect sacred groves. Exploitation accompanied sanctification, as old-growth forests succumbed...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Discover why TREES are important to our world in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Trees are great for shade in the summer. And we use them build our homes. But what else do trees do? A lot! They help keep the air clean. They provide shelter for animals. And they can even help prevent landslides. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Trees? will have young researchers...
Author
Language
English
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"Imagine spending every day surrounded by the majesty of the world's most fascinating trees. From the strength of Alder trees to the biology behind the autumn colors of New England; from folkloric medicines in tree sap to Shakespeare's Birnam Wood; from the giant sequoias of California to Klimt's Birch trees to Australia's Eucalyptus-this book explores the botany, poetry, folklore, rich history, and natural beauty of trees. Dip in and out or spend...
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English
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"Readers will discover that trees have their own social network, and helping one another thrive is trending. The fascinating mycorrhizal fungi network runs underground through the forest via the roots of trees, allowing for connection and communication. Listen to the Language of the Trees captures the magic of talking trees that take care of their neighbors (not to mention the mysterious fungi that help them do it). A lyrical read aloud, Listen to...
Author
Publisher
Norton
Pub. Date
2002
Language
English
Description
A landmark volume celebrating the most remarkable trees on our planet. The Spirit of nineteenth-century exploration lives in British historian Thomas Pakenham, who has spent the last decade investigating the lives of the world's most dramatic trees, many of which are in danger of destruction. After the worldwide success of his previous work, Meetings with Remarkable Trees -- a stunning collection of 60 individual trees (and groups of trees) in Britain...
20) Trees of Iowa
Author
Series
Bulletin volume P121
Publisher
Agricultural Experiment Station, Agricultural Extension Service, Iowa State College
Pub. Date
1956
Language
English
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