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|  | The Return by Buzz Aldrin
Following an explosion in space, several astronauts are trapped on an orbiting space station with no means of return. Told from the perspectives of three different narrators, each contributing his own particular brand of expertise to the rescue effort, the book explores the political, mechanical, and scientific problems inherent in space rescue. AUTHOR: Buzz Aldrin
PUBLISHER: Doherty, Tom Associates, LLC
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature 
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 | A Guide to the Nests, Eggs, & Nestlings of North American Birds by Colin J. Harrison, Paul J. Baicich
Perfect for both the scientific ornithologist and the amateur birder, A Guide to the Nests, Eggs, and Nestlings of North American Birds provides a thorough, species-by-species guide to the breeding biology of the birds of North America. Some 669 breeding species are described in full, covering the birds of a vast area, from the Arctic to the southern boundary of the continental United States. The main text presents complete basic information on the breeding cycle of each species, summarized in a natural sequence: nest habitat, nest-site, nest construction, breeding season, eggs, incubation and nesting and nestling period. Over 100 black-and-white drawings of nests and nestlings and identification keys provide valuable information on the identification of the nests, eggs, and nestlings of the species. Sixteen color plates show a wide range of typical young, mostly of species with precocial, or downy nestlings. A further 48 color plates show the eggs of 597 species (some with examples of the natural variations commonly encountered.) If you fascination in the nests, eggs, and nestlings of North American birds centers on identifying them in the field, you will find this book essential. If conservation is also a concern you will appreciate the value of understanding the breeding requirements and biology of even the most common of species. This book will prove invaluable whatever your interest in North American birds. AUTHOR: Colin J. Harrison, Paul J. Baicich
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Witzy's Colors by Suzy Spafford
Description not available.Introduces a variety of animals and invites the reader to complete a statement about color, such as what color a ladybug is, using the color wheel. AUTHOR: Suzy Spafford
PUBLISHER: Scholastic, Incorporated
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Sally Ride by Jane Hurwitz, Sue Hurwitz
Description not available.A biography of the California astrophysicist who became, with the second mission of the Challenger spacecraft in June 1983, the first American woman and the youngest American astronaut to orbit earth. AUTHOR: Jane Hurwitz, Sue Hurwitz
PUBLISHER: Ballantine Books
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Shiloh by Barry Moser, Peter MacNicol, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Eleven-year-old Marty is disappointed that he can`t keep the beagle he finds on the schoolhouse road, especially when he finds out the dog belongs to Judd Travers, a man known to be mean to his dogs. When the dog runs away to Marty`s house, Marty is sure he is meant to keep the animal. His parents insist that he must return the beagle to Judd, but Marty is determined to keep him--no matter what the consequences. Winner of the 1992 Newbery Medal. AUTHOR: Barry Moser, Peter MacNicol, Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
PUBLISHER: Aladdin Paperbacks
FORMAT: Paperback
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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 | Hummingbirds by Adrian Forsyth, Laurel Aziz
Description not available.Filled with stunning photographs, a fascinating foray into the realm of the tiny and elusive hummingbird covers every aspect of this unique creature, from its size and metabolism to its ability to flap its wings 50 to 200 times per second. Simultaneous. AUTHOR: Adrian Forsyth, Laurel Aziz
PUBLISHER: Firefly Books, Limited
FORMAT: Hardcover
CATEGORY: Science & Nature
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