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Find out how cow-farts are wrecking the world, what a fossil fuel even is and why 'earthships' (and not spaceships) are the future! This book will help you understand what climate change is and how on Earth we can stop it TOGETHER! A hilarious and light-hearted look at the problems facing planet Earth, perfect for educating and comforting children who are worried about climate change.

This is the touching story of the benevolent naturalist who roamed the Ohio valley in the early 1800s, planting apple orchards, making friends, and spreading goodwill along his way. Known to early settlers as a gentle soul with a reverence for all life, Johnny never missed a chance to save an abandoned animal or to savor a delicious apple pie. Garrison Keillor's narration is accompanied by original music by Mark O'Connor. Ages five and up.

Rafe Khatchadorian is days away from sweet, sweet summer freedom, until bad grades threaten to land him in...summer school.It's impossible to fail out of a summer job, right? Wrong. He strikes out at the zoo then grosses out at a billionaire's country club. Rafe is destined for the Failed Jobs Hall of Fame until an encounter with an endangered lion puts his wildlife knowledge to the test...and it's more than his grade on the line this time.

Mad about marvellous vehicles? Hit the road with writer and broadcaster James May to discover incredible human-powered vehicles – from bicycles and submarines to amphibious vehicles and even a helicopter.

A star-studded group of award-winning nonfiction authors and journalists provides something for every listener, all aligned with the Common Core State Standards. Compiled and edited by real-life literature legend Jon Scieszka, Guys Read: True Stories is a mind-blowing collection of essays, biographies, travelogues, and more, all proving that the truth is most definitely out there.

As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical. As young men, they gained invaluable skills essential for their success by working with printing presses, bicycles, motors, and any sort of machinery they could get their hands on. As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world's first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers who never lost sight of their dream: to fly, and to soar higher!

Every single rock has a secret story to tell about what the earth was like long ago.

As an environmental journalist and conservationist, Marjory Stoneman Douglas spent her life fighting to preserve the Florida Everglades. Now celebrated as a subtropical paradise with a diverse ecosystem, the Everglades was once considered a worthless swamp. Marjory recognized the wetlands as a treasured river, home to an array of species unlike anywhere else in the world—and she was determined to help protect it.

In this narrative nonfiction series, listeners meet heroes who risk their lives to save animals—from cats and dogs to pelicans and pigs! This volume includes Panda-Monium and Vanished in a Hurricane.

Running, biking, walking and waving. Motion is all around us. But what is it? How does motion work?

Crash, bark, boom! Sound is all around us. But what is it? How does sound work?

Did you know that Pluto has mountains, glaciers, and even blue skies? In July 2015, a spacecraft called New Horizons finally reached Pluto - almost 10 years after it had launched! The spacecraft flew by Pluto to take the first close-up photos of the dwarf planet. When it began sending those photos back to Earth, scientists were amazed by what they saw. Pluto was more fascinating than scientists ever imagined!

Black holes are one of the greatest mysteries of outer space. No visible light can escape the strong gravity of a black hole. This makes black holes invisible - and very difficult to study. But scientists make new discoveries and develop new theories about these mysterious objects every day. In 2015, astronomers were able to finally confirm a theory that Einstein had developed 100 years earlier! And in 2016, scientists found that black holes may form in a different way than they ever thought possible.

When disasters strike, people aren’t the only ones in danger. Tornadoes, hurricanes, fires, and more also threaten the lives of animals. In this narrative nonfiction series, listeners meet heroes who risk their lives to save animals—from cats and dogs to pelicans and pigs! As listeners relive the dramatic events surrounding famous disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, they will witness the courageous rescue attempts that saved the lives of thousands of innocent pets and wild animals. This volume includes Deepwater Disaster and Mason Versus the Tornado.

When disasters strike, people aren’t the only ones in danger. Tornadoes, hurricanes, fires, and more also threaten the lives of animals. In this narrative nonfiction series, listeners meet heroes who risk their lives to save animals—from cats and dogs to pelicans and pigs! As listeners relive the dramatic events surrounding famous disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, they will witness the courageous rescue attempts that saved the lives of thousands of innocent pets and wild animal. This volume includes Water Everywhere and Wildfire Escape.

This inspiring book is a guide for children on how they can make a difference in the world and help save the environment. The book covers a wide range of topics, including reducing waste, conserving water, protecting wildlife, and using renewable energy. Children will learn about the different ecosystems and the impact of human actions on the environment. They will also discover simple, everyday actions they can take to help reduce their carbon footprint and protect the planet.

Protecting the Oceans is a comprehensive guide to ocean conservation for young listeners. The book explores the challenges facing our oceans and provides practical solutions for children to make a positive impact.