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Gail Gibbons
Learn all there is to know about one of the most charismatic mammals around.
Giant pandas- they are indigenous to China and are adored the world over. But they are…
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Learn all there is to know in this board book about one of the cutest, fluffiest, hungriest mammals around.
Giant pandas- they are indigenous to China and are adored the…
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From Gail Gibbons, the #1 author of science books for kids, learn everything to know about the iconic ladybug in this new edition updated with the latest facts from experts.
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Will he see his shadow? Will spring come early or late? But most importantly– what does a groundhog have to do with the weather?
Every year on February 2nd, people…
The reason why Easter is celebrated–the death and resurrection of Christ–is explained clearly and simply, as are many Easter traditions. Illustrated by the author.
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Introduces in simple text and illustrations the characteristics and habits of a variety of dinosaurs.
From the beloved science writer Gail Gibbons, immerse yourself in the sea in this illustrated look at the world’s largest mammals for the littlest learners with the latest facts from…
On silent wings a bird sweeps down in the moonlight…Delve into the nocturnal world of owls in this new and updated edition of a classic from the #1 science writer…
From Gail Gibbons, the #1 author of science books for kids, this guide to those wonderful waddling water birds is updated with the latest facts from experts.
In this new…
Original publication and copyright date: 1984.
Describes how the surveyor, heavy machinery operators, carpenter crew, plumbers, and other workers build a house.
This bright and strikingly graphic introduction to boats from award-winning author and illustrator Gibbons is both basic and inviting, making it perfect for very young children. Full color.
What in the world is a tornado? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons’ informative introduction to tornadoes, with safety tips included, answers that…
Fascinating and easy to understand, this is a perfect introduction to seasons, earth’s orbit, and axial tilt. Different effects on different parts of the world are included, illustrating the difference…
What is life like in a coral reef? What do corals eat? Why are corals more colourful at nighttime? Learn about some of the most beautiful locations in the natural…
Follows, in simple text and illustrations, the building of a skyscraper step by step.
A nonfiction primer on all thing volcanos, including the different types of volcanos, the work of volcanologists, and more –
Discusses the movements, location, and characteristics of the planets in Earth's solar system.
Text and labeled illustrations describe the formation and physical features of various kinds of caves, with a brief section on spelunking.
In a fun book that teaches about the changing seasons, Arnold enjoys the pleasures of his apple tree: its buds and blossoms in the spring, its sheltering boughs in summer…
With colorful, fun illustrations and delightful, lighthearted text, children can learn about the life cycles of various types of plants. Includes a From Seed to Plant Project.
From the smallest (the elf owl) to the largest (the great gray owl), here is information about the 21 types of owls believed to be living in North America. From…
Illustrations and simple text describe the various vegetables people eat.
In this new edition of her classic picture book, Gibbons depicts ancient astronomers at work, describes several kinds of telescopes, and profiles five distinctive galactic forms, from irregular to lenticular…
Gibbons depicts aspects of farm life with her characteristic bright colors and stylized forms. Every season brings its own specific chores, indoors and out, its own crops and its own…
An up-to-date, clear and interesting introduction to our magnificent moon from the the award-winning author of science books for children.
The life cycle of the monarch butterfly begins when it is a tiny egg clinging to a leaf. In time, it goes through a transformation called metamorphosis to become a…
Previous edition: New York: Holiday House, 1994.
Gail Gibbon's bestselling book, now in a shortened, toddler-friendly board book edition! Learn about seeds, how they grow, and why they're important.
What in the world is a hurricane? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons’ informative introduction to hurricanes, with safety tips included, answers that…
Describes the many-years-long search for the treasure that went down with the Atocha, a Spanish galleon sunk off Florida in a hurricane in 1622. Includes facts about four other famous…
An introduction to baseball, describing the equipment, playing field, rules, players, and process of the game.
Briefly describes the equipment, terminology, rules, positions, and plays of one of the world’s most popular games.
Learn about the whole life cycle of the monarch butterfly in this toddler friendly board book edition of the bestselling picture book by Gail Gibbons!
The author of Planet Earth/Inside Out now gives the inside buzz on how bees work together to make honey. Bee-utiful. – Kirkus Reviews. Full color.
For use in schools and libraries only. An outing to a modern post office offers the opportunity to see culling and canceling machines, watch postal workers, and follow a box…
Gibbons spotlights a favorite fruit in this comprehensive introduction, which includes identification of the basic parts of the apple, some historical scenes, and the apple’s progress through the seasons. Instructions…
In simple, easy-to-understand terms, many varieties of sea turtles are described…The narrator’s delivery is expressive at a pace suitable for emergent readers…Reluctant readers will benefit from the oral component. Proper…
.. .bright illustrations and simple text, pleasantly presented in read-along form, should be welcomed by budding entomologists. - School Library Journal
Gibbons describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Full color.
Explains how cows produce milk and how it is processed before being delivered to stores.
This handbook explains the process of recycling from start to finish. It focuses on paper, glass, aluminium, cans, plastic and polystyrene and describes what happens to each of them when…
A step-by-step description of what happens to mail from the time it’s deposited in the mailbox to its arrival at its destination. Also includes brief historical facts about mail service…
Simple language and bold illustrations make this a fun and informative book about the sun. Add this one to primary-grade science shelves. –Booklist
An introduction to the world’s tropical rain forests which reveals how these habitats that are increasingly threatened provide a home for at least half of the world’s animal species, contain…
Investigates the physical history of the Earth, scientific theories as to its formation, and the changes which have taken place over millions of years. Using full colour illustrations, the planet…