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The ocean : exploring our blue planet / by Krestovnikoff, Miranda,author.(CARDINAL)479037; Calder, Jill,illustrator.(CARDINAL)789038;
Introduction -- Coastlines -- Shallow seas -- The open ocean -- The polar seas -- The deep ocean -- Plastic ocean."Oceans cover more than 70% of the world--and so much science is lurking underneath that water's surface. This survey-style book explores an incredible collection of narratives, featuring fascinating facts and stories about the world's deepest seas and oceans. This is an eye-catching, comprehensive look at the creatures and plants that populate these waters and the people who have explored it, as well as a critical look at what is at stake now in protecting it. Featuring an eclectic mix of layout styles with incredible artwork throughout, this is a book that will amaze children and families alike with fantastic facts on the astounding seas and oceans that cover our planet"--K to Grade 3.Ages 6-9.
Subjects: Instructional and educational works.; Picture books.; Ocean; Marine animals;
Available copies: 8 / Total copies: 12
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Floratopia : 110 flower garden ideas for your yard, patio, or balcony / by Johnsen, Jan,author.(CARDINAL)719495;
Flowers in Pots & Planters -- Flower Garden Planting Tips -- Flower Garden Design Tips & Green Thoughts -- Themes for Flower Gardens -- A Few Choice Perennial Flowers to Try -- A Selection of Favorite Annual Flowers."Create a flower haven with help from a veteran garden designer and floral expert. Floratopia showcases beautiful flower varieties, ideas for designing a gorgeous flower space, and instructions for planting and maintaining flowers that are ideal for your zone, climate, and garden layout. With 110 illustrated ideas replete with expert tips and stunning photography, this book is for gardeners of all experience levels who will be drawn in by Jan Johnsen's encouraging voice, experience, and contagious passion for garden design. Johnsen encourages you to see the potential for flowers in any outdoor area you might have. Floratopia is divided into six themed chapters containing concise, illustrated tips that will not only inform on the nuts-and-bolts level, but will also inspire and empower. Ideas include the Art of Raking, Shade Gardens, Herbs and Flowers, Edible Flowers, the Drought-Resistant Garden, Mindful Weeding, the Meadow Garden, and much more. Different flowers will be recommended for various seasons, zones, and climates. Every idea is a lens for viewing your garden's potential, whether it's an expansive front yard or a just a windowsill"--
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Illustrated works.; Flower gardening.;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Heaven's design team. by Hebizō,author.; Tarako(Manga artist),artist.; Fung, Jacqueline,translator.(CARDINAL)860733; Suzuki, Tsuta,author.; Ungurath, Belynda,letterer,artist.; JM Iitomi Crandall,translator.;
Includes bibliographical references."The arrival of the Plant Department throws the animal designers for a loop when the Client makes a joint request of the two teams. Can this hodgepodge of eccentric personalities pull off such a challenging collaboration? And with more ludicrous projectson the horizon, one designer may just be pushed over the edge..."--Provided by publisher.Rated T, for ages 13+
Subjects: Young adult fiction.; Comics (Graphic works); Fantasy fiction.; Graphic novels.; Young adult literature.; Animals; Creation; Designers; Graphic novels; Heaven; Plants; Zoology;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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Ortho start-to-finish paths & walkways.
A comprehensive guide to planning and constructing paths and walks covers landscape construction basics while listing materials and techniques, offering additional information about how to overcome grading and drainage challenges.
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Garden walks;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 5
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Build big and small industries for your model railroad / by Wilson, Jeff,editor.(CARDINAL)394794; Kalmbach Publishing Company.(CARDINAL)346992;
This book features 17 projects in all dating back to the steam era to present day - ranging from simple to complex and large to small. Beginners will learn how to build a kit and integrate it to a scene, while more experienced modelers will learn how to kitbash and scratchbuild a structure and add it to a complete industry. Written by top experts in the field, including Pelle Soeborg, Gerry Leone, and Tony Koester, this wide-ranging book features the following industries: Cement plant-Cold storage warehouse-Local oil dealer-Asphalt transfer terminal- Brewery complex-Propane bulk dealer-Old-time factory and more! Build Big and Small Industries for Your Model Railroad is the ideal book for all modelers who are looking for ways to add industries to their layouts!
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Railroads;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Ogana in the garden / by Rich, Billie Jo.; Long, Garfield.; Powell, Lora,illustrator.;
Ogana (the Cherokee word for groundhog/woodchuck) raids the garden where Gitli (the dog) stands guard. After a bad disagreement, they compromise. Ogana agrees to help with the garden, pulling weeds and removing bugs from the plants, so long as he can take just what he needs to eat. Gitli thinks that is a fine idea!
Subjects: Fiction.; Legends.; Cherokee Indians; Cherokee language; Woodchuck; Dogs; Gardens; Vegetables;
Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 5
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The self-sufficiency handbook : a complete guide to greener living / by Bridgewater, Alan.(CARDINAL)520041; Bridgewater, Gill.(CARDINAL)371214;
The land -- The self-sufficient house -- The organic food garden -- Animal husbandry -- The pantry."Anyone considering a shift to a greener way of living must get this inspirational and practical guide. With easy-to-read layouts and simple text, it runs the full ecological gamut, from geothermal heating to crop rotation to soap making. The Bridgewaters, well-regarded garden writers, help readers answer questions such as how much land they really require, whether or not to depend entirely on natural forms of energy, and which farm animals will best meet their needs. There?s practical information on building an insulated flue-pipe chimney, identifying edible wild plants, and composting with worms. In addition to recipes for jams, rhubarb wine, and other delicious foods, three A-Z sections offer planting and harvesting instructions for vegetables and salad crops, fruits, and herbs"--Publisher description.Description based on print version record.
Subjects: Environmental protection; Environmentalism.; Organic living.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Landscaping your home : creative ideas from America's best gardeners.
Subjects: Landscape gardening.; Gardens; Landscape gardening; Gardens;
Available copies: 13 / Total copies: 14
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Dinosaur / by Lambert, David,1932-author.(CARDINAL)136230;
Includes bibliographical references (page 69) and index.The age of dinosaurs -- Dinosaur types -- Triassic times -- Jurassic times -- Cretaceous times -- The end of an era -- How do we know? -- The first fossil finds -- Little and large -- Evolution -- Heads and brains -- Horns and crests -- Senses -- Meat-eaters -- Plant-eaters -- Long and short necks -- The backbone story -- All about tails -- Terrifying tails -- Plates and sails -- Arms and hands -- Claws and their uses -- Legs and feet -- Ancient footprints -- Tough skins -- Feathers -- Eggs and young -- Finding fossils -- Rebuilding a dinosaur -- Classifying dinosaurs -- Discovery timeline -- Find out more.Become an eyewitness to the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and enjoy learning all there is to know about your favorite prehistoric creatures. Dig into the past and discover dinosaurs by examining the fossils they left behind. This essential guide to dinosaurs, from tiny, chicken-sized Compsognathus to the mighty, long-necked Brachiosaurus, this book unearths fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures. This dinosaur book for kids looks closely at different types of dinosaurs and their body parts, diets, senses, evolution, and more. Eyewitness Dinosaur uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. With colorful and factual illustrations commissioned with expert guidance, informative labels, statistics, and fun-filled facts, this is the perfect all-around guide for dinosaur lovers and budding paleontologists.Middle school.
Subjects: Illustrated works.; Informational works.; Animals, Fossil.; Animals, Fossil; Dinosaurs; Evolution; Paleontology;
Available copies: 28 / Total copies: 53
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Modern macramé : 33 stylish projects for your handmade home / by Katz, Emily,author.(CARDINAL)679506; Kunin, Johanna,author.(CARDINAL)794769; Franzen, Nicole,photographer.(CARDINAL)616115; Wolf, Shannon(Photographer),photographer.(CARDINAL)679815;
Includes bibliographical references (page 240) and index.Macramé basics -- Plant hangers -- Wall hangings and more -- Lighting -- Seating -- Rugs -- Tabletop -- Home goods.Macramé--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a contemporary renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macramé, including 33 projects, from driftwood wall art and bohemian light fixtures to macramé rugs and headboards. The projects are showcased in easy to follow and photogenic project layouts, guiding both the novice and the more experienced crafter in a highly achievable way. Included with every project are thoughtful lifestyle tips showing how macramé can provide the perfect finishing touch for the modern, well-designed home--whether it's a hundred-year-old farmhouse, a sophisticated loft, or a cozy but stylish rental.
Subjects: Macramé.; Interior decoration.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 12
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