Author: C. E. Moore
Publisher: Hello Earth Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
In this illustrated sensory journey of Alabama’s rich wildlife you’ll find one of the deepest canyons in the southeast United States, an ancient underwater cypress forest, and a lost world full of botanical treasures. Alabama has over three million acres of wetlands. It not only leads the United States in freshwater fish, mussels, snails, and crayfish but it is also a terrestrial hot spot for predatory, carnivorous plants. The Wild Wonders of Alabama is a captivating adventure through unique habitats with the incredible native species that live there. Explore a magical world of bioluminescent larval flies, a land of fire, and a collection of rare, colorful flowers found nowhere else. Celebrate the wild things through vibrant illustrations and fun, engaging activities like designing your own species and finding hidden objects. Learn through informative graphics about ecology levels, ecosystem interactions, and biological classification. Inquiring minds from ages 9 to 12 and beyond will have a better understanding of the important role native plants and animals have in ecosystems. A Glossary and Explore Further sections are at the end to encourage further exploration and learning. An entertaining and fresh non-fiction read, curious-minded readers will be inspired by and appreciate our natural wonders in this perfect introduction to Alabama’s amazing natural heritage.
The Wild Wonders of Alabama
Author: C. E. Moore
Publisher: Hello Earth Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
In this illustrated sensory journey of Alabama’s rich wildlife you’ll find one of the deepest canyons in the southeast United States, an ancient underwater cypress forest, and a lost world full of botanical treasures. Alabama has over three million acres of wetlands. It not only leads the United States in freshwater fish, mussels, snails, and crayfish but it is also a terrestrial hot spot for predatory, carnivorous plants. The Wild Wonders of Alabama is a captivating adventure through unique habitats with the incredible native species that live there. Explore a magical world of bioluminescent larval flies, a land of fire, and a collection of rare, colorful flowers found nowhere else. Celebrate the wild things through vibrant illustrations and fun, engaging activities like designing your own species and finding hidden objects. Learn through informative graphics about ecology levels, ecosystem interactions, and biological classification. Inquiring minds from ages 9 to 12 and beyond will have a better understanding of the important role native plants and animals have in ecosystems. A Glossary and Explore Further sections are at the end to encourage further exploration and learning. An entertaining and fresh non-fiction read, curious-minded readers will be inspired by and appreciate our natural wonders in this perfect introduction to Alabama’s amazing natural heritage.
Publisher: Hello Earth Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 24
Book Description
In this illustrated sensory journey of Alabama’s rich wildlife you’ll find one of the deepest canyons in the southeast United States, an ancient underwater cypress forest, and a lost world full of botanical treasures. Alabama has over three million acres of wetlands. It not only leads the United States in freshwater fish, mussels, snails, and crayfish but it is also a terrestrial hot spot for predatory, carnivorous plants. The Wild Wonders of Alabama is a captivating adventure through unique habitats with the incredible native species that live there. Explore a magical world of bioluminescent larval flies, a land of fire, and a collection of rare, colorful flowers found nowhere else. Celebrate the wild things through vibrant illustrations and fun, engaging activities like designing your own species and finding hidden objects. Learn through informative graphics about ecology levels, ecosystem interactions, and biological classification. Inquiring minds from ages 9 to 12 and beyond will have a better understanding of the important role native plants and animals have in ecosystems. A Glossary and Explore Further sections are at the end to encourage further exploration and learning. An entertaining and fresh non-fiction read, curious-minded readers will be inspired by and appreciate our natural wonders in this perfect introduction to Alabama’s amazing natural heritage.
Exploring Wild Alabama
Author: Kenneth M. Wills
Publisher: University of Alabama Press
ISBN: 0817358307
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
The most comprehensive guide available to Alabama's publicly accessible natural destinations
Publisher: University of Alabama Press
ISBN: 0817358307
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
The most comprehensive guide available to Alabama's publicly accessible natural destinations
Buzz, Croak, Hiss, and Hoot
Author: C. E. Moore
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
If we listen, nature has a song to sing. Whether it's deep in the ocean, under a starlit sky, or in the heart of a forest, Buzz, Croak, Hiss, and Hoot is a lyrical journey through some of the sounds and wonders of the natural world. Follow the rhythmic cadence of whooshing birds, erupting volcanoes, and whirring insects as young readers discover nature's sweet song.A great gift for curious-minded readers ages three through sevenA joyful ode to the natural worldEncourages kids to listen and explore the sights and sounds around themA perfect read-aloud for the classroom, outdoor school, or homeschoolGreat for fans of Hear Bear Roar (Eric Carle), Flowers are Calling (Rita Gray), and Slow Down: 50 Mindful Moments in Nature (Rachel Williams)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
If we listen, nature has a song to sing. Whether it's deep in the ocean, under a starlit sky, or in the heart of a forest, Buzz, Croak, Hiss, and Hoot is a lyrical journey through some of the sounds and wonders of the natural world. Follow the rhythmic cadence of whooshing birds, erupting volcanoes, and whirring insects as young readers discover nature's sweet song.A great gift for curious-minded readers ages three through sevenA joyful ode to the natural worldEncourages kids to listen and explore the sights and sounds around themA perfect read-aloud for the classroom, outdoor school, or homeschoolGreat for fans of Hear Bear Roar (Eric Carle), Flowers are Calling (Rita Gray), and Slow Down: 50 Mindful Moments in Nature (Rachel Williams)
Managing Wildlife
Author: Greg K. Yarrow
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
This one-of-a-kind manual tells landowners, wildlife enthusiasts, and other natural resource managers how to manage forest land to enhance both timber and wildlife quality and abundance; what you need to know about hunting leases, liability, and insurance as well as government cost-share and assistance opportunities; and other topics.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 608
Book Description
This one-of-a-kind manual tells landowners, wildlife enthusiasts, and other natural resource managers how to manage forest land to enhance both timber and wildlife quality and abundance; what you need to know about hunting leases, liability, and insurance as well as government cost-share and assistance opportunities; and other topics.
Alabama Moon
Author: Watt Key
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1429987650
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
In this compelling, action-packed book, Watt Key gives us the thrilling coming-of-age story of the unique and extremely appealing Alabama Moon, the basis for the film of the same name starring Jimmy Bennett and John Goodman. For as long as ten-year-old Moon can remember, he has lived out in the forest in a shelter with his father. They keep to themselves, their only contact with other human beings an occasional trip to the nearest general store. When Moon's father dies, Moon follows his father's last instructions: to travel to Alaska to find others like themselves. But Moon is soon caught and entangled in a world he doesn't know or understand; he's become property of the government he has been avoiding all his life. As the spirited and resourceful Moon encounters constables, jails, institutions, lawyers, true friends, and true enemies, he adapts his wilderness survival skills and learns to survive in the outside world, and even, perhaps, make his home there. This title has Common Core connections. Alabama Moon is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1429987650
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
In this compelling, action-packed book, Watt Key gives us the thrilling coming-of-age story of the unique and extremely appealing Alabama Moon, the basis for the film of the same name starring Jimmy Bennett and John Goodman. For as long as ten-year-old Moon can remember, he has lived out in the forest in a shelter with his father. They keep to themselves, their only contact with other human beings an occasional trip to the nearest general store. When Moon's father dies, Moon follows his father's last instructions: to travel to Alaska to find others like themselves. But Moon is soon caught and entangled in a world he doesn't know or understand; he's become property of the government he has been avoiding all his life. As the spirited and resourceful Moon encounters constables, jails, institutions, lawyers, true friends, and true enemies, he adapts his wilderness survival skills and learns to survive in the outside world, and even, perhaps, make his home there. This title has Common Core connections. Alabama Moon is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.
Saving America's Amazon
Author: Ben Raines
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781588383389
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Journalist, filmmaker, and environmental activist Ben Raines turns his attention to Alabama's Tensaw Delta in this gorgeously illustrated and meticulously researched book. Identified by Raines and others as America's own Amazon, the Tensaw Delta is the most biodiverse ecosystem in our nation. This special book celebrates this most significant of Alabama's waterways while also chronicling how it is increasingly at risk.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781588383389
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Journalist, filmmaker, and environmental activist Ben Raines turns his attention to Alabama's Tensaw Delta in this gorgeously illustrated and meticulously researched book. Identified by Raines and others as America's own Amazon, the Tensaw Delta is the most biodiverse ecosystem in our nation. This special book celebrates this most significant of Alabama's waterways while also chronicling how it is increasingly at risk.
Southern Wonder
Author: R. Scot Duncan
Publisher: University of Alabama Press
ISBN: 0817357505
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 459
Book Description
Southern Wonder explores Alabama’s amazing biological diversity, the reasons for the large number of species in the state, and the importance of their preservation. Alabama ranks fifth in the nation in number of species of plants and animals found in the state, surpassed only by the much larger western states of California,Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico. When all the species of birds, trees, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, wildflowers, dragonflies, tiger beetles, and ants are tallied, Alabama harbors more species than 90 percent of the other states in the United States. Alabamais particularly rich in aquatic biodiversity, leading the nation in species of freshwater fishes, turtles, mussels, crayfish, snails, damselflies, and carnivorous plants. The state also hosts an exceptional number of endemic species—those not found beyond its borders—ranking seventh in the nation with 144 species. The state’s 4,533 species, with more being inventoried and discovered each year, are supported by no less than 64 distinct ecological systems—each a unique blend of soil, water, sunlight, heat, and natural disturbance regimes. Habitats include dry forests, moist forests, swamp forests, sunny prairies, grassy barrens, scorching glades, rolling dunes, and bogs filled with pitcher plants and sundews. The state also includes a region of subterranean ecosystems that are more elaborate and species rich than any other place on the continent. Although Alabama is teeming with life, the state’s prominence as a refuge for plants and animals is poorly appreciated. Even among Alabama’s citizens, few outside a small circle of biologists, advocates, and other naturalists understand the special quality of the state’s natural heritage. R. Scot Duncan rectifies this situation in Southern Wonder by providing a well-written, comprehensive overview that the general public, policy makers, and teachers can understand and use. Readers are taken on an exploratory journey of the state’s varied landscapes—from the Tennessee River Valley to the coastal dunes—and are introduced to remarkable species, such as the cave salamander and the beach mouse. By interweaving the disciplines of ecology, evolution, meteorology, and geology into an accessible whole, Duncan explains clearly why Alabama is so biotically rich and champions efforts for its careful preservation. Published in Cooperation with The Nature Conservancy
Publisher: University of Alabama Press
ISBN: 0817357505
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 459
Book Description
Southern Wonder explores Alabama’s amazing biological diversity, the reasons for the large number of species in the state, and the importance of their preservation. Alabama ranks fifth in the nation in number of species of plants and animals found in the state, surpassed only by the much larger western states of California,Texas, Arizona, and New Mexico. When all the species of birds, trees, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, wildflowers, dragonflies, tiger beetles, and ants are tallied, Alabama harbors more species than 90 percent of the other states in the United States. Alabamais particularly rich in aquatic biodiversity, leading the nation in species of freshwater fishes, turtles, mussels, crayfish, snails, damselflies, and carnivorous plants. The state also hosts an exceptional number of endemic species—those not found beyond its borders—ranking seventh in the nation with 144 species. The state’s 4,533 species, with more being inventoried and discovered each year, are supported by no less than 64 distinct ecological systems—each a unique blend of soil, water, sunlight, heat, and natural disturbance regimes. Habitats include dry forests, moist forests, swamp forests, sunny prairies, grassy barrens, scorching glades, rolling dunes, and bogs filled with pitcher plants and sundews. The state also includes a region of subterranean ecosystems that are more elaborate and species rich than any other place on the continent. Although Alabama is teeming with life, the state’s prominence as a refuge for plants and animals is poorly appreciated. Even among Alabama’s citizens, few outside a small circle of biologists, advocates, and other naturalists understand the special quality of the state’s natural heritage. R. Scot Duncan rectifies this situation in Southern Wonder by providing a well-written, comprehensive overview that the general public, policy makers, and teachers can understand and use. Readers are taken on an exploratory journey of the state’s varied landscapes—from the Tennessee River Valley to the coastal dunes—and are introduced to remarkable species, such as the cave salamander and the beach mouse. By interweaving the disciplines of ecology, evolution, meteorology, and geology into an accessible whole, Duncan explains clearly why Alabama is so biotically rich and champions efforts for its careful preservation. Published in Cooperation with The Nature Conservancy
Saving the Wild South
Author: Georgann Eubanks
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469664917
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
The American South is famous for its astonishingly rich biodiversity. In this book, Georgann Eubanks takes a wondrous trek from Alabama to North Carolina to search out native plants that are endangered and wavering on the edge of erasure. Even as she reveals the intricate beauty and biology of the South's plant life, she also shows how local development and global climate change are threatening many species, some of which have been graduated to the federal list of endangered species. Why should we care, Eubanks asks, about North Carolina's Yadkin River goldenrod, found only in one place on earth? Or the Alabama canebrake pitcher plant, a carnivorous marvel being decimated by criminal poaching and a booming black market? These plants, she argues, are important not only to the natural environment but also to southern identity, and she finds her inspiration in talking with the heroes the botanists, advocates, and conservationists young and old on a quest to save these green gifts of the South for future generations. These passionate plant lovers caution all of us not to take for granted the sensitive ecosystems that contribute to the region's long-standing appeal, beauty, and character.
Publisher: UNC Press Books
ISBN: 1469664917
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 371
Book Description
The American South is famous for its astonishingly rich biodiversity. In this book, Georgann Eubanks takes a wondrous trek from Alabama to North Carolina to search out native plants that are endangered and wavering on the edge of erasure. Even as she reveals the intricate beauty and biology of the South's plant life, she also shows how local development and global climate change are threatening many species, some of which have been graduated to the federal list of endangered species. Why should we care, Eubanks asks, about North Carolina's Yadkin River goldenrod, found only in one place on earth? Or the Alabama canebrake pitcher plant, a carnivorous marvel being decimated by criminal poaching and a booming black market? These plants, she argues, are important not only to the natural environment but also to southern identity, and she finds her inspiration in talking with the heroes the botanists, advocates, and conservationists young and old on a quest to save these green gifts of the South for future generations. These passionate plant lovers caution all of us not to take for granted the sensitive ecosystems that contribute to the region's long-standing appeal, beauty, and character.
Crazy in Alabama
Author: Mark Childress
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780140230703
Category : Alabama
Languages : en
Pages : 383
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780140230703
Category : Alabama
Languages : en
Pages : 383
Book Description
Black Belt Bounty
Author: Jim Casada
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578494791
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
History and traditions of hunting and fishing in the Black Belt region of Alabama - including field trial history, fishing lure history, conservation practices, recipes, Face of the Black Belt, dog trainers, and other pertinent info.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780578494791
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
History and traditions of hunting and fishing in the Black Belt region of Alabama - including field trial history, fishing lure history, conservation practices, recipes, Face of the Black Belt, dog trainers, and other pertinent info.