Author: Suzanne Ross Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 9780486282213 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 136
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Kids can learn fascinating facts about nature and have fun complete dozens of mazes with this entertaining little book. Forty-four labyrinths feature the winding Amazon River, a bighorn sheep searching for a tasty plant high, a stork finding her way through the clouds to feed her young, and more. Solutions included.
Author: Dave Phillips Publisher: Courier Corporation ISBN: 9780486287867 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 52
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Includes challenging routes to Niagara Falls, Antarctica, Death Valley, Old Faithful, the Sahara Desert, the Galapagos Islands, a huge meteor crater in Arizona and 29 other phenomena.
Author: William Henry Matthews Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 356
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Mazes and Labyrinths is a look into the origin and mystery of mazes. From ancient stone carvings, Minoan palaces to today's hedge-maze, Matthews chronicles the history of the maze. With over 140 illustrations.
Author: Tony Tallarico Publisher: Courier Dover Publications ISBN: 048681582X Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 67
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Follow these 46 mazes to discover the speed of the fastest animal, how many muscles you use when you smile, and dozens of other interesting and surprising facts. Solutions.
Author: Conrad Riker Publisher: Conrad Riker ISBN: Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 167
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Are you fascinated by mazes and labyrinths? Do you want to understand their origins, symbolism, and practical uses? Are you intrigued by the psychological aspects and mathematical principles behind these structures? If so, this book is for you. Mazes have been a part of human history for centuries, serving various purposes from practical to symbolic. In "Mazes: A Journey Through Their History and Impact", we delve into the origins and evolution of mazes, exploring their presence in mythology and religion, and their applications in art, architecture, and even warfare. We also examine the mathematical principles that make mazes such intriguing puzzles and discuss their psychological impact on the human mind. This comprehensive guide explores: - The world's most famous mazes, including the Cretan labyrinth and the Hampton Court Palace maze - The use of mazes in art and architecture - The role of mazes in mythology and religion - The mathematical principles behind maze design - How mazes have been used in history for practical purposes - Strategies and techniques for solving mazes - The therapeutic use of mazes for stress relief and memory improvement - Maze-solving competitions and their benefits - The future of mazes in virtual reality and digital environments If you want to satisfy your curiosity about mazes, understand their impact, and learn how to solve them, then you should buy this book today. It's a captivating journey through the history, design, and purpose of mazes that will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for these fascinating structures.
Author: Sean C. Jackson Publisher: Chronicle Books ISBN: 9781452158693 Category : Games & Activities Languages : en Pages : 0
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Sean Jackson has been illustrating and exploring mazes for his own enjoyment for more than 30 years. Inspired by art, architecture, and the natural world, his colorfully detailed mazes offer imaginative and meditative journeys through village streets, garden vistas, island habitats, castle grounds, scenic towns, and gravity-defying surreal situations—each encouraging the mind to wander while following the paths. This large-format collection features nearly 50 absorbing single-page and full-spread mazes, sequenced with increasing complexity, and includes inventive bonuses such as mazes with two paths to follow and a maze that runs on the inside covers from front to back. Solutions are provided, but for those seeking mindful activity or hours of puzzle decoding entertainment, getting there will be half the fun.
Author: Dave Phillips Publisher: Courier Dover Publications ISBN: 0486462161 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 52
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Little buccaneers will discover a treasure trove of spooky fun with this collection of easy-to-follow mazes. Better than gold bullion, these 36 full-page puzzles will have children coming back for more! Solutions are included.
Author: James L. Gould Publisher: Princeton University Press ISBN: 1400841666 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 311
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The mysterious and remarkable ways that animals navigate We know that animals cross miles of water, land, and sky with pinpoint precision on a daily basis. But it is only in recent years that scientists have learned how these astounding feats of navigation are actually accomplished. With colorful and thorough detail, Nature's Compass explores the remarkable methods by which animals find their way both near home and around the globe. Noted biologist James Gould and popular science writer Carol Gould delve into the elegant strategies and fail-safe backup systems, the invisible sensitivities and mysterious forces, and incredible mental abilities used by familiar and rare species, as they investigate a multitude of navigation strategies, from the simple to the astonishing. The Goulds discuss how animals navigate, without instruments and training, at a level far beyond human talents. They explain how animals measure time and show how the fragile monarch butterfly employs an internal clock, calendar, compass, and map to commence and measure the two-thousand-mile annual journey to Mexico—all with a brain that weighs only a few thousandths of an ounce. They look at honey bees and how they rely on the sun and mental maps to locate landmarks such as nests and flowers. And they examine whether long-distance migrants, such as the homing pigeon, depend on a global positioning system to let them know where they are. Ultimately, the authors ask if the disruption of migratory paths through habitat destruction and global warming is affecting and endangering animal species. Providing a comprehensive picture of animal navigation and migration, Nature's Compass decodes the mysteries of this extraordinary aspect of natural behavior.
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