Author: Abhik Chakraborty
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319618962
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
This volume brings together the geological, geomorphological and ecological aspects of Japan’s natural heritage, arguing for dynamic conservation of such heritage and explaining their key characteristics in an accessible format for general readers. Sites from World Heritage Properties (Natural), UNESCO Global Geoparks, and National Parks of Japan representing key facets of this heritage are analyzed in depth, and the text is supplemented with color photographs and useful information for potential travelers. The volume is divided into thematic sections that help understand the diversity of Japan’s natural heritage, with supplementary information on conservation, tourism trends, local culture and lifestyles. In addition, chapters analyzing nature's mechanisms that engender diverse heritage landscapes and conservation/sustainable management schemes make this volume a valuable resource for both general readers and those with more specialized interests.
A Stone for Sascha
Author: Aaron Becker
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536220663
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A girl grieves the loss of her dog in an achingly beautiful wordless epic from the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of Journey. This year’s summer vacation will be very different for a young girl and her family without Sascha, the beloved family dog, along for the ride. But a wistful walk along the beach to gather cool, polished stones becomes a brilliant turning point in the girl’s grief. There, at the edge of a vast ocean beneath an infinite sky, she uncovers, alongside the reader, a profound and joyous truth. In his first picture book following the conclusion of his best-selling Journey trilogy, Aaron Becker achieves a tremendous feat, connecting the private, personal loss of one child to a cycle spanning millennia — and delivering a stunningly layered tale that demands to be pored over again and again.
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 1536220663
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
A girl grieves the loss of her dog in an achingly beautiful wordless epic from the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of Journey. This year’s summer vacation will be very different for a young girl and her family without Sascha, the beloved family dog, along for the ride. But a wistful walk along the beach to gather cool, polished stones becomes a brilliant turning point in the girl’s grief. There, at the edge of a vast ocean beneath an infinite sky, she uncovers, alongside the reader, a profound and joyous truth. In his first picture book following the conclusion of his best-selling Journey trilogy, Aaron Becker achieves a tremendous feat, connecting the private, personal loss of one child to a cycle spanning millennia — and delivering a stunningly layered tale that demands to be pored over again and again.
The Stonekeeper: A Graphic Novel (Amulet #1)
Author: Kazu Kibuishi
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545675766
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Kazu Kibuishi's #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series is now available in eBook! After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by strange creatures, robots, and talking animals.Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545675766
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Kazu Kibuishi's #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series is now available in eBook! After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by strange creatures, robots, and talking animals.Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves.
Stone Age Boy
Author: Satoshi Kitamura
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
When a modern young boy is transported back in time to a Stone Age village, he learns all about a new way of life.
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
When a modern young boy is transported back in time to a Stone Age village, he learns all about a new way of life.
Natural Heritage of Japan
Author: Abhik Chakraborty
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319618962
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
This volume brings together the geological, geomorphological and ecological aspects of Japan’s natural heritage, arguing for dynamic conservation of such heritage and explaining their key characteristics in an accessible format for general readers. Sites from World Heritage Properties (Natural), UNESCO Global Geoparks, and National Parks of Japan representing key facets of this heritage are analyzed in depth, and the text is supplemented with color photographs and useful information for potential travelers. The volume is divided into thematic sections that help understand the diversity of Japan’s natural heritage, with supplementary information on conservation, tourism trends, local culture and lifestyles. In addition, chapters analyzing nature's mechanisms that engender diverse heritage landscapes and conservation/sustainable management schemes make this volume a valuable resource for both general readers and those with more specialized interests.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319618962
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 183
Book Description
This volume brings together the geological, geomorphological and ecological aspects of Japan’s natural heritage, arguing for dynamic conservation of such heritage and explaining their key characteristics in an accessible format for general readers. Sites from World Heritage Properties (Natural), UNESCO Global Geoparks, and National Parks of Japan representing key facets of this heritage are analyzed in depth, and the text is supplemented with color photographs and useful information for potential travelers. The volume is divided into thematic sections that help understand the diversity of Japan’s natural heritage, with supplementary information on conservation, tourism trends, local culture and lifestyles. In addition, chapters analyzing nature's mechanisms that engender diverse heritage landscapes and conservation/sustainable management schemes make this volume a valuable resource for both general readers and those with more specialized interests.
Yoshi the Stonecutter
Author: Becca Heddle
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
ISBN: 1625216106
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
A traditional Japanese tale About a stonecutter who wishes for more in life.
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
ISBN: 1625216106
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13
Book Description
A traditional Japanese tale About a stonecutter who wishes for more in life.
The Builder
Kiwi Cannot Reach!
Author: Jason Tharp
Publisher: Simon Spotlight
ISBN: 1534425128
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the endless imagination of Jason Tharp comes a brand-new, interactive Level 1 Ready-to-Read that’s perfect for fans of Mo Willems, Jim Benton, and David Milgrim and for beginning readers who like to giggle! Kiwi sees a rope. He wants to pull it, but he cannot reach! What will happen next? Beginning readers can help Kiwiby turning the pages, shaking the book, and more in this interactive story from the author of the Bunny Will Not Smile!
Publisher: Simon Spotlight
ISBN: 1534425128
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
From the endless imagination of Jason Tharp comes a brand-new, interactive Level 1 Ready-to-Read that’s perfect for fans of Mo Willems, Jim Benton, and David Milgrim and for beginning readers who like to giggle! Kiwi sees a rope. He wants to pull it, but he cannot reach! What will happen next? Beginning readers can help Kiwiby turning the pages, shaking the book, and more in this interactive story from the author of the Bunny Will Not Smile!
Oral History
POP!
Author: Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064452085
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Bubbles What are bubbles made of? Why are they always round? Read and find out about the science behind soap bubbles, and learn why bubbles always go POP!
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0064452085
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
Bubbles What are bubbles made of? Why are they always round? Read and find out about the science behind soap bubbles, and learn why bubbles always go POP!
Japanese-English and English-Japanese Dictionary
Author: James Curtis Hepburn
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 556
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 556
Book Description