Author: Jane McGuinness
Publisher: Nature Storybooks
ISBN: 9781406385830
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 32
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With words and pictures by a debut author-illustrator, this is a new Nature Storybook about a very popular little animal - the hedgehog. A delightful Nature Storybook about hedgehogs from debut author-illustrator Jane McGuinness. There's someone we'd like you to meet - someone small and spiky. Say hi to Hedgehog! Follow this lovely little creature through the year and learn what hedgehogs like to eat, how they hunt for their food, where they build their nests, the time it takes for them grow from tiny hoglets into healthy adults and, as the seasons turn, how they prepare for hibernation. The story is told through gentle words and charming pictures, supported by a subtext full of fascinating facts, and at the end of the book, Jane explains how we can help these adorable animals survive the winter by making our homes "hedgehog-friendly". The perfect bedtime read for young nature-lovers! A Nature Storybook focusing on an endangered and much-loved animal. Jane McGuinness was winner of the Sebastian Walker Prize - this is her first picture book. At the end of the book there is a carefully researched conservation note
Author: Ronda Thompson
Publisher: Leisure Books
ISBN: 9780843946246
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 326
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Attacked by a stranger and held at knife point Camile wasn't afraid of him.
Author: Ellen Lawrence
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1617726273
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
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Some plants have glossy green leaves. Some have colorful flowers. Some plants have long, sharp spikes. Amazing to look at and painful to touch, cacti and other prickly plants are always a favorite with young children. This book explores how many plants use thorns or spikes to defend themselves from animals that want to eat them. When it comes to cacti, the spines of these plants are actually long, thin leaves that have adapted to keep the plants from losing water in the dry, desert environments where they live. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From dramatic images to high-interest facts, this book makes learning about plant bodies, defenses, and adaptations a lively and engaging experience.
Author: Thornton W. Burgess
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 59
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In Thornton W. Burgess's 'The Adventures of Prickly Porky', readers are taken on a delightful journey through the Green Forest where they meet a charming array of woodland creatures. Written in a style that is both whimsical and educational, this book serves as a classic example of early 20th-century children's literature. Burgess skillfully weaves together stories of friendship, adventure, and the importance of conservation in a way that captivates readers of all ages. With its engaging narrative and charming illustrations, 'The Adventures of Prickly Porky' is a timeless tale that continues to enchant readers to this day. Thornton W. Burgess, a noted conservationist and author, drew inspiration from his deep love and appreciation for nature when writing this book. His passion for wildlife conservation shines through in the vivid descriptions of the forest and its inhabitants, making this book a true labor of love. I highly recommend 'The Adventures of Prickly Porky' to readers who enjoy classic children's literature, as well as those who have an interest in preserving the natural world. Burgess's timeless tale is sure to delight and inspire readers of all ages.
Author: ,IBG
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1098081471
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 213
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What the heck is a prickly pear? Webster defines it as a spiny pear-shaped edible fruit that grows on the Opuntia cacti found in dry arid climates. So, what correlation does a prickly pear have with us? Well, it’s been said that the world is our oyster, and we are the pearls it produces. However, in this book we will discover that the world is our cactus and we are the prickly pear people it produces. As prickly pear people, we’ve learned to love conditionally, where love must be earned and deserved to gain it, and performance is required to maintain and keep it. That is NOT true of God’s love! Therefore, this book provides a powerful resource to learn to love beyond what we’ve been taught. Within its pages, the attributes of true unconditional love are defined in vivid detail to explore what it is and how it acts. There is also the opportunity to reexamine the common beliefs about love and discover the stark contrast between God’s love and the way the world loves that has been promoted through the media, music, opinions/influences of our peers, and those in our Christian circles. This is a contemplative, life-changing journey that is sure to inspire us to think, speak, and act differently than the world around us in the way we love one another. If you’re ready to find true love in this prickly pear world, your search for a love worth finding begins here!
Author: Ran Knishinsky
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1594778590
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 134
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The first complete guide to natural healing properties and uses of the prickly pear cactus • Examines the scientific research promoting the cactus as a natural diabetes and cholesterol medication as well as its use in the treatment of obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, skin ailments, and viral infections • Explores the healing uses of prickly pears from the perspective of doctor, chemist, ethnobotanist, cook, and layman • Includes 24 cactus recipes--from Prickly Pear Bread to Cactus Candy The prickly pear cactus--a plant that has the distinction of being a vegetable, fruit, and flower all in one--is destined to be the next big herbal superstar, following in the footsteps of St. John’s wort and Echinacea, according to author Ran Knishinsky. One of the driving forces behind its popularity is that each part of this plant functions as both food and medicine. It has been a staple in the diets of the people of the southwestern portion of the United States, the Middle East, parts of Europe and Africa, and Central and South America for hundreds of years. Traditionally, the prickly pear cactus has been used as a panacea for over 100 different ailments. More recently, it has been the subject of blood cholesterol research trials sponsored by the American Heart Association. In addition to the results of this research, Knishinsky includes scientific studies on the antiviral properties of the cactus to treat herpes, influenza, and HIV, as well as its use in treating obesity, gastrointestinal disorders, and skin ailments. A resource section details the natural food companies that supply prickly pear cactus and a chapter of recipes offers 24 traditional and modern dishes using the pads and fruit of the cactus.
Author: Raleigh Frederick Hare
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 40
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Author: Margee Gould
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1448853788
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
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Hikers and others who enjoy the great outdoors know to be ware of nettles, needles, and other poking plant parts. This valuable resource profiles four of the worlds prickliest plants. Readers learn how prickliness works as a defense and what people should do if they have an unfortunate encounter with one of these stingers. Informative, straightforward text and colorful photographs give readers more insight into these interesting plants.
Author: Scott Stantis
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN: 0740793101
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 131
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As the American mainstream tilts gradually right, Prickly City takes its place as a humorous voice for the masses. Creator Scott Stantis' first collection captures the issues and arguments of the George W. Bush political era era from the viewpoint of a little girl and a cute coyote. Never shy about commenting on sensitive and controversial political and social events, Prickly City is timely and humorous. This collection of the conservative strip draws from today's political current and gives readers plenty of reasons to laugh. Carmen, a straightforward, sensible kid, and her unlikely best friend, Winslow the innocent coyote pup, frolic and tussle in the American Southwest while discussing hot-button issues such as condoms in schools, violent video games, gay marriage, and highly contested presidential campaigns. As Carmen might say, "We may not be correct but we will always be right." Prickly City creator Scott Stantis has emerged as an up-and-coming conservative social and political voice.
Author: Catherine Nichols
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597167215
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
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Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and natural defenses of the porcupine.
