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OXYGEN profiles the complicated element, its impact on world history, and what it does to the human body. Lane, a biochemist, points out that while oxygen sustains life, it is also directly responsible for age-related disease. Comprehensive in scope, looking back some 500 million years ago to the present, OXYGEN offers readers of all backgrounds a fascinating portrait of the very stuff we breathe. AUTHOR: Nick Lane
PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Science & Nature 
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 | The Reluctant Dragon by E. H. Shepard, Ginny Dildine, Inga Moore, Jim Geisel, John Dildine
In this story set in medieval England, a boy befriends a dragon who doesn't like to fight. Unfortunately, Saint George the dragon slayer finds out about the dragon and wants to kill him. Will the boy be able to stop Saint George and save his friend? AUTHOR: E. H. Shepard, Ginny Dildine, Inga Moore, Jim Geisel, John Dildine
PUBLISHER: Holt, Henry Books for Young Readers
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | The Lion's Share by Chris Conover
A little lion named Prince Leo is born with wings on his back. One day, when he's finally ready to fly, he takes off high into the sky. The only problem is, he doesn't know how to stop, and he's forced to make a crash landing right in the middle of nowhere! Luckily, he's found by King Otto of the North, a lovable bear who tends to Leo's injuries, nursing him back to health by reading him books. (He also gets him some flying lessons.) Leo is grateful and excited--where he lives they don't have books!--and when he gets better, he brings some of the great books back to his own kingdom for everyone to enjoy. With color illustrations. AUTHOR: Chris Conover
PUBLISHER: Farrar, Straus & Giroux, LLC
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Icons of Evolution by Wells
Description not available.Compares the icons of evolution with scientific evidence that questions the validity of Darwin's theory of evolution and the accuracy of textbook discussions of biological origins. AUTHOR: Wells
PUBLISHER: Regnery Publishing, Incorporated, An Eagle Publishing Company
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Lassie's Guide to a Family's Best Friend by Ace Collins
The world's favorite dog teams up with ace collins to help families learn the responsibilities and delight in the joys of owning a dog. From the beloved collie who has won the hearts of millions throughout the world comes this unique guide to preparing Mom, Dad, and the kids for the demands of dog ownership. In Lassie's Guide to a Family's Best Friend, dog care and training become a learning experience for the whole family, full of opportunities that foster growth and maturity in children. Fully illustrated with Lassie photos and featuring anecdotes about Lassie's own training and upbringing, Lassie's Guide contains lots of practical advice for: -- Knowing when your family is ready to handle the responsibilities of dog ownership -- Involving everyone in the family in the care of the dog -- Making sure the child who has to have a puppy will actually follow through with her chores The entire family will benefit from Collins' guidance and knowledge: busy parents, who need to make the most of their time at home; children, who can play a big part in caring for their newest companion; and, of course, the new dog, who will feel secure in a loving home. AUTHOR: Ace Collins
PUBLISHER: St. Martin's Press, LLC
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Gus & Gertie & the Lucky Charms by Diane De Groat, Diane DeGroat, Joan Lowery Nixon
Gus and Gertie, the penguins of the title, set off for the Animal Winter Olympics, only to find their event--synchronized swimming--isn`t a winter sport. Two scheming rats make off with all of the competitors` lucky charms, and it`s up to the penguin sleuth crew to track them down in the surrounding mountains--or everyone will have an unlucky day. With full-color illustrations. AUTHOR: Diane De Groat, Diane DeGroat, Joan Lowery Nixon
PUBLISHER: SeaStar Books
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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