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Author: Anthony Curran Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
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Solid or liquid or gas, oh my! Learning about water's changing states of matter is an important concept that most young scientists love to explore. The Icy Tent introduces readers to the different states of matter using a unique medium: a play. As Keisha and her father, Mr. Jones, experience the wonders of the great outdoors on a camping trip, they also find examples of the different forms water can take and how they affect their environment. The connections this duo make are ideal for integrating science into literacy and teaching cause-and-effect relationships. Through this informational play, readers are able to practice fluency and learn about science concepts through the use of descriptive text, detailed Illustrations, and graphics. The play can also be used to help students visualize to connect to the text and use colons.
Author: Anthony Curran Publisher: ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Solid or liquid or gas, oh my! Learning about water's changing states of matter is an important concept that most young scientists love to explore. The Icy Tent introduces readers to the different states of matter using a unique medium: a play. As Keisha and her father, Mr. Jones, experience the wonders of the great outdoors on a camping trip, they also find examples of the different forms water can take and how they affect their environment. The connections this duo make are ideal for integrating science into literacy and teaching cause-and-effect relationships. Through this informational play, readers are able to practice fluency and learn about science concepts through the use of descriptive text, detailed Illustrations, and graphics. The play can also be used to help students visualize to connect to the text and use colons.
Author: Emeritus Associate Scott Polar Research Institute Colin P Summerhayes Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 0197627986 Category : Languages : en Pages : 473
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For most people, planet Earth's icy parts remain out of sight and out of mind. Yet it is the melting of ice that will both raise sea level and warm the climate further by reducing the white surfaces that reflect solar energy back into space. In effect, our icy places act as the world's refrigerator, helping to keep our climate relatively cool. The Icy Planet lays out carbon dioxide's role as the control knob of our climate over the past 1000 million years, then explores what is happening to ice and snow in Antarctica, the Arctic and the high mountains. Colin P. Summerhayes takes readers to the world's icy places to see what is happening to its ice, snow, and permafrost. He recounts tales from his own visits to these frozen landscapes, shining a light on some of the wonders he has encountered in his travels. He also brings together pieces of the climate story from different scientific disciplines, and from the past and the present, to illustrate how Earth's climate system works. Utilizing geological records of climate change alongside new technologies in ice coring, Summerhayes crafts a detailed and compelling record of Earth's climate history and examines how that can be used as a window into our future.
Author: Gwyn Hyman Rubio Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1101200189 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 337
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A New York Times Notable Book and the March 2001 selection of Oprah's Book Club® ! Icy Sparks is the sad, funny and transcendent tale of a young girl growing up in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky during the 1950’s. Gwyn Hyman Rubio’s beautifully written first novel revolves around Icy Sparks, an unforgettable heroine in the tradition of Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird or Will Treed in Cold Sassy Tree. At the age of ten, Icy, a bright, curious child orphaned as a baby but raised by adoring grandparents, begins to have strange experiences. Try as she might, her "secrets"—verbal croaks, groans, and physical spasms—keep afflicting her. As an adult, she will find out she has Tourette’s Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, but for years her behavior is the source of mystery, confusion, and deep humiliation. Narrated by a grown up Icy, the book chronicles a difficult, but ultimately hilarious and heartwarming journey, from her first spasms to her self-acceptance as a young woman. Curious about life beyond the hills, talented, and energetic, Icy learns to cut through all barriers—physical, mental, and spiritual—in order to find community and acceptance. Along her journey, Icy faces the jeers of her classmates as well as the malevolence of her often-ignorant teachers—including Mrs. Stilton, one of the most evil fourth grade teachers ever created by a writer. Called willful by her teachers and "Frog Child" by her schoolmates, she is exiled from the schoolroom and sent to a children’s asylum where it is hoped that the roots of her mysterious behavior can be discovered. Here Icy learns about difference—her own and those who are even more scarred than she. Yet, it isn’t until Icy returns home that she really begins to flower, especially through her friendship with the eccentric and obese Miss Emily, who knows first-hand how it feels to be an outcast in this tightly knit Appalachian community. Under Miss Emily’s tutelage, Icy learns about life’s struggles and rewards, survives her first comical and heartbreaking misadventure with romance, discovers the healing power of her voice when she sings, and ultimately—takes her first steps back into the world. Gwyn Hyman Rubio’s Icy Sparks is a fresh, original, and completely redeeming novel about learning to overcome others’ ignorance and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique.
Author: Joanna Kavenna Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1440623163 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 308
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A legend, a land once seen and then lost forever, Thule was a place beyond the edge of the maps, a mystery for thousands of years. And to the Nazis, Thule was an icy Eden, birthplace of Nordic “purity.” In this exquisitely written narrative, Joanna Kavenna wanders in search of Thule, to Shetland, Iceland, Norway, Estonia, Greenland, and Svalbard, unearthing the philosophers, poets, and explorers who claimed Thule for themselves, from Richard Francis Burton to Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen. Marked by breathtaking snowscapes, haunting literature, and the cold specter of past tragedies, this is a wondrous blend of travel writing and detective work that is impossible to set down. RVIEW: Thule, real or not, is ripe and beguiling material for a literary and geographic adventurer, and Kavenna is formidable on both fronts. . . . Highly cerebral, erudite, refreshing. (The New York Times Book Review)
Author: Barrett Williams Publisher: Barrett Williams ISBN: Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 123
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### Surviving the Ice Your Ultimate Guide to Conquering Polar Adventures Travel to the ends of the Earth with "Surviving the Ice," the definitive guide to mastering the art of polar exploration. Whether you are a seasoned adventurer or an aspiring thrill-seeker, this comprehensive eBook is your indispensable companion for navigating the frozen wilderness. ### Journey Into the Unknown Start your adventure in Chapter 1 by immersing yourself in the allure of the polar regions. Understand the rich history of polar exploration and prepare yourself mentally and physically for the challenges that lie ahead. ### Gear Up the Right Way Equip yourself with the knowledge of essential gear and equipment. Discover the absolute necessities for clothing, tents, navigation, and safety, ensuring you are well-prepared for extreme conditions in Chapter 2. ### Plan Your Path In Chapter 3, meticulously plan your expedition with expert advice on route selection, sourcing provisions, and understanding the legalities. Every detail covered will help you chart a successful and mindful journey. ### Tame the Elements Understanding and navigating the polar weather is crucial. Chapter 4 offers insight into weather patterns, dealing with whiteouts, and managing temperature extremes. ### Thrilling Activities Explore the exhilarating aspects of snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and ice climbing in Chapters 5, 6, and 7. Learn techniques, safety measures, and gear essentials tailored for polar regions. ### Sledding and Survival Experience the art of dog sledding in Chapter 8 and master polar survival skills in Chapter 9. Build snow shelters, purify water, and administer first aid in the frozen landscape. ### Mental and Physical Resilience Chapter 12 delves into overcoming isolation and fatigue. Develop psychological resilience and manage physical exhaustion for a well-rounded expedition. ### Emergency Readiness Chapters 13 through 17 cover crucial emergency protocols, the science of the polar regions, post-expedition considerations, and inspirational tales from historical and modern adventurers. ### Ready for Future Adventures Reflect on lessons learned and plan your next polar expedition with insightful reflections and networking strategies in the final chapter. "Surviving the Ice” ensures you’re not just ready to survive but thrive in Earth’s most challenging frontiers. Embark on your polar adventure today with the ultimate guide in hand!
Author: Louise Spilsbury Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP ISBN: 1482450895 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 50
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When trekking north or south to Earth's poles, the number one concern of travelers is likely the cold. And it should be! Frostbite, hypothermia, and more are real dangers but there are even more environmental aspects of the ice to be worried about. Readers are introduced to the coldest places on Earth, including how people like scientists live there and the threatening animals they could encounter. Also included are true stories of people who have had to survive in terrifying situations, highlighting how they did it and when they were rescued. Full-color photographs show the icy beauty of this unforgiving environment.
Author: Louis Charbonneau Publisher: Jabberwocky Literary Agency, Inc. ISBN: 1936535874 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 361
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The world’s most hostile environment just became even deadlier... Brutal, unforgiving, and breathtaking—for American biologist Kathy McNeely, much of Antarctica’s lure lies in its dangerous beauty. Part of an international research team sent to study the long-term effects of an oil spill on the ecology, Kathy’s focus is on the penguin population. As she uncovers a mysterious new threat to the birds, a sudden blizzard drives more than snow to her team’s remote field camp. Archaeologist-turned-adventurer Brian Hurley isn’t the kind of man to stay in one place very long. But the fierce whiteout conditions force him to postpone training for his record-breaking sledge run to the South Pole. He’s not the only one stranded at the scientists’ camp—a pair of cagey energy contractors and a dogged L.A. journalist also wait for the severe weather to pass. As the storm rages on, a dangerous and potentially deadly spate of accidents plagues the Ice. Missing supplies, damaged equipment, and communication errors—too many to be coincidence—spur rumors of sabotage. Someone is conducting unsanctioned research in protected areas, and they’ve discovered something so valuable, they will do anything keep it secret.
Author: John Roskelley Publisher: The Mountaineers Books ISBN: 1594856656 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 690
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CLICK HERE to download the first 50 pages from The Roskelley Collection * Includes 30 color and 45 black-and-white photographs * Part of The Mountaineers Books "Legends and Lore" series for climbers, armchair mountaineers, and readers of classic adventure literature * Individual titles of this omnibus edition have been translated into five languages worldwide The Roskelley Collection includes legendary climber John Roskelley's three acclaimed books, together for the first time in one volume and all written with opinion, self-reflective humor, and spellbinding adventure. Also included are two new essays about Roskelley's more recent climbs with his son: an ice climb (Slipstream) in Colorado and to the summit of Everest. Stories off the Wall -- This is Roskelley's autobiography, told in a series of essays that includes accounts of attempts and ascents on the North Face of the Eiger, in the Russian Pamirs, in Yosemite, and in the Himalaya. It also features stories about his blue collar work in an eastern Washington mine and a hunting buddy who dies of cancer. Throughout, Roskelley's thoughts on risk, friendship, and values are portrayed. Nandi Devi: The Tragic Expedition -- A compelling and emotionally raw page-turner, this is about the 1976 expedition, co-led by Ad Carter and Willi Unsoeld, on which Unsoeld's daughter, Nanda Devi Unsoeld, died on her eponymous mountain. It describes the party of thirteen and their heartbreaking experience in attempting a difficult new route on the main peak of Nanda Devi. Last Days -- Recounts two legendary climbs in the Himalaya: one a successful first ascent of Tawoche in Nepal with Jeff Lowe, the other an attempt on Menlungste with Jim Wickwire, Greg Child, and Jeff Duenwald. John Roskelley - Piolet d'or Carriere 2014 from Planetmountain.com on Vimeo. This title is part of our LEGENDS AND LORE series. Click here > to learn more.
Author: Anthony Curran
Author: Anthony Curran
Author: Emeritus Associate Scott Polar Research Institute Colin P Summerhayes
Author: Gwyn Hyman Rubio
Author: Joanna Kavenna
Author: Barrett Williams
Author: Bill Heavey
Author: Louise Spilsbury
Author: Louis Charbonneau
Author: John Roskelley
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