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A Fantastic Book!
My name is Lizbeth.I am a third grader in Salton City, CA.This book is about a little girl that was walking and then heard noises.She paid attention to the noises.I felt fantastic about this book.I learned that when you're walking, you can hear noises. I loved the part when the little girl splashed water.She is a great girl.I hope you buy it!

This is a great children's book of identifying sounds..
I have enjoyed reading this book to young children as they join along in reading by making the sounds of the items outside that the little girl hears when she goes on a walk with her dad and dog.The way some of thewords are printed on the pages add to the overall enjoyment of reading.

PRESCHOOLERS WILL LOVE IT!
When my children were preschool age, they loved this book, and it still brings fond memories and smiles five years later.There is so much entertainment value in the various sounds, like the"zoooooooooom" of the lawnmower or "trring trring" ofthe bicycle bell.Your children will love hearing your version of thesesounds, as well as their own.My girls and I took many "listeningwalks," inspired by this wonderful book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Preschool    4. Concepts - Senses & Sensation    5. Fathers and daughters    6. Fiction    7. Sound    8. Juvenile Fiction / Nature & the Natural World   

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A wonderful book for a budding geologist
This book was and is a big hit with my four-year-old.Clear, easy-to-understand text and big, bright illustrations make the book accessible to young readers.It is neatly formatted into two-page"chapters" focusing on specific topics, which makes it easy forhim to "look up" whatever he's interested in that particular day. It also has useful tips for starting a rock collection, and (important forparents) convenient ways to store said collection. I recommend this book toany parent with a child interested in any aspect of geology. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    2. Children: Grades 1-2    3. Fossils    4. Juvenile Nonfiction    5. Juvenile literature    6. Minerals    7. Reference - General    8. Rocks    9. Science & Nature - Fossils    10. Science & Nature - Rocks & Minerals    11. Juvenile Nonfiction / Reference / General   

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george is wonderful
George is good to read after an exasperating day with your toddler or preschooler.It reminds you that it could be worse, you could REALLY have a monkey to care for, and your monkeys don't really mean to get into mischief, they are just very very curiouus.

Just as good as the original stories
To date my daughter has been reading the "Curious George" books that belonged to my husband when he was a child. I was a little skeptical that the newly written stories would capture the same spirit as thosewritten more than 30 years ago. However, my daughter absolutely loved itespecially as both the storyline and the illustrations were more detailedthan usual and made it fun for her to point out different things and extendinto a discussion with us about beaches, lifesaving etc. Like her other"George" books she has reread this one over and over. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure - General    2. Beaches    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Fiction    6. General    7. Humorous Stories    8. Juvenile Fiction    9. Monkeys    10. Nature & the Natural World - General    11. Sports & Recreation - General    12. Early learning / early learning concepts    13. Fiction dealing with environmental issues    14. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Apes & Monkeys    15. Natural history & pets    16. Picture Book    17. Ages 4 - 8    18. Grades PreK - 3   

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Lots of age-appropriate information
I am a huge fan of the Let's Read and Find Out science series of books, and this one doesn't disappoint.Clearly written information, great photographs, and wonderful illustrations educate the K-2 science student in an enjoyable way.

Nicely Done
My husband and daughter are both geologist and they thought this book was well written.My bright 3 year old grandson enjoys having it read to him.Usually it would be enjoyed by an older child, but he enjoys it.

Simple and easily observable science concepts
This book is part of the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, which has more than 80 titles. The Stage 1 books explain simple and easily observable science concepts for preschool- and kindergarten-age children. Stage 2books, which includes this title, explore more challenging concepts forchildren in the primary grades and include hands-on activities thatchildren can do themselves. "Let's Go Rock Collecting" is suitable foryoung children. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Grades 2-3    3. Collection and preservation    4. Juvenile Nonfiction    5. Juvenile literature    6. Rocks    7. Science & Nature - Earth Sciences    8. Science & Technology - Earth Science    9. Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Technology / Earth Sciences    10. Rocks, minerals & fossils   

Reviews (8)

Perfect Bedtime Story
My 2-year-old son, Max, LOVES this book. He insists we read it every night, immediately followed by _Max's Toys_. The touch-and-feel areas are very small, although it doesn't seem to bother him. He just loves to open and close the window.

GOODNIGHT MAX
It's a very sweet, short story-good for 2's and 3's. A great book? No. A cute story with two rabbits? Yes!

You have to be a fan
I bought this book after reading all the great reviews.It is a nice book, bright colors, lots of attention to detail, silly story line, but I didn't think the areas for the child to feel were large enough.The sticky candy in Max's pajamas is just about the size of a child's fingertip, the lace curtain is just a thin slip of fabric, the lightning is a skinny zig-zag of foil and the "cookie crumbs" sandpaper is only about a quarter-inch high.There are other touch-and-feel books that provide a much larger exploratory surface.Still, this book does contain a good variety (sticky candy, rough crumbs, fur, smelly sock, etc.)I'm not sure why, but that smelly sock always seems to be such a hit! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Bedtime    2. Bedtime & Dreams    3. Bedtime Stories    4. Children's Baby - Picturebooks    5. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    6. Children: Preschool    7. Fiction    8. Humorous Stories    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Nature & the Natural World - General    11. Rabbits    12. Specimens    13. Textured books    14. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets    15. Juvenile Fiction / Toys, Dolls, Puppets   

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Myriad of illustrative techniques.Informative book about leaves.
The illustrator uses vivid photographs, paper cut images, nature colors and pressed leaves to illustrate a child's description of a seed growing to a sapling. The writing consists of nice large letters and smaller typed descriptions of 'bird treat' or 'sugar maple', 'round-pointed spade' or 'downy woodpecker'. The last four pages of the book are an indepth look at leaves, buds, roots and sap, bar, seeds, etc. Great book to read to kids in the fall days. Good to use with an exercise of asking kids to go outside and each bring in something different. As you read the book to them, they will have a tactile example to go along with the pages in the book.

My Kids Love It!
This book is a must-read every autumn in our home and was purchased for us by Grandma who saw how enthusiastically one of her other grandchildren responded to it.When I surprised them with it last night at bedtime, (along with When Autumn Comes, also recommended) they hung on every word.Thisbook is both colorful and educational and has become a "classic" seasonal book for our family. My daughters (now age 9) plan to read it to their 5-6 y/o school book-buddy this year.You can't go wrong with this selection.

The Leafy Review
I didn't really like this book. I wasn't ass colorful as other books. It mostly talked about leaves and trees. I didn't really explain much about how trees are formed and stuff like that. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Nature    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 2-3    4. Fiction    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Nature & the Natural World - General    7. Nature - General    8. Trees    9. Fiction dealing with environmental issues    10. Juvenile Fiction / Nature & the Natural World    11. Natural history & pets   

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure - General    2. Children's 4-8 - Fiction - Science Fiction    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    4. Children: Grades 1-2    5. Fairies    6. Fiction    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Magic    9. Nature & the Natural World - Weather    10. Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic    11. Weather    12. Juvenile Fiction / Science Fiction, Fantasy, Magic   

Editorial Review

A deer in his canoe, a bear attack, a leg stabbed with anarrowhead--it's just another week in the life of 16-year-old Brian Robeson. In his opinion, this beats a date at Mackey's Pizza Den, a fight with a bully, and a video game at the mall any day. After having survived a plane crash and 54 days in the Canadian wilderness several years earlier, Brian can't seem to fit into "civilization." The world of high school and family life makes no sense anymore. So Brian begins to plan. It's time to return to the woods. This time, though, he makes no plans to come back home. Read more

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Brian winter
Brian Return
Brian's Return
I think Brian's return is one of the better books I've read because it relates to nature.The reason why I like nature so much is because I live out in the country so I'm out in the woods alot just like Brian. My favorite part in the book was when he scared the bear away. I liked that part because it was really suspenseful. If I would have to go up against a bear with a bow. I wouldn't wait until it got sloser to me if it was already tring to corner me like it did to Brian.

Brian's Return
I think Brian's return is one of the better books I've read because it relates to nature.The reason why I like nature so much is because I live out in the country so I'm out in the woods alot just like Brian. My favorite part in the book was when he scared the bear away. I liked that part because it was really suspenseful. If I would have to go up against a bear with a bow. I wouldn't wait until it got sloser to me if it was already tring to corner me like it did to Brian. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure - General    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    3. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)    4. Fiction    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Nature & the Natural World - General    7. Self-reliance    8. Survival    9. Wilderness areas    10. Wilderness survival    11. Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure   

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Good info, v. readable
Our girls read this after a trip to the Amazon, and found lots that they recognized & enjoyed.The standard of information is rather higher than that in the Magic Tree house books, which is reasonable, given that they don't have to worry about plot & characters as well!Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Science    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Science    3. Children: Grades 3-4    4. Ecology    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. People & Places - Other    8. Rain forest ecology    9. Science & Nature - Environmental Science & Ecology    10. Science & Nature - Trees & Forests    11. Science & Technology - Environmental Science & Ecology    12. Juvenile Nonfiction / People & Places / Other   

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An Everybody Book
This is one of those books that I call a real book--not for kids, not for adults, not for girls...just a good, well-written and illustrated book that is brilliantly designed to reach you where you are at.It did have the added bonus of making me cry on the last page, in a bittersweet sort of way.
Beautiful story and pictures!
This is a beautiful book that my 3 year old loves to be read over and over.The pictures are wonderful to look at, with such rich detail.I am moved by the story, and I cry at the end every time.One of thier best books!

Grow for me
There are good David Small books and there are bad David Small books.Good David Small books are usually (though by no means always) written AND illustrated by David Small himself.Bad or poorly created David Small books are usually written by someone else, using Mr. Small's talents as a kind of afterthought.The exception to this rule (and all rules, as you well know, must have exceptions) is the pairing of David Small and his wife Sarah Stewart.After creating the fabulous "Money Tree" and the bibliophilic, but somewhat disturbing, "The Library", the two combined their talents yet again to write a gentle story of love, gardening, and family.Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Grades 3-4    3. Family - General    4. Fiction    5. Gardening    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Letters    8. Lifestyles - City & Town Life    9. Nature & the Natural World - Gardening    10. Uncles    11. Juvenile Fiction / General   

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Fun and colorful
I bought this book for my two year son to introduce him to Halloween and the autumn season.From the moment we received this book, it was one of his favorites.The book goes step by step in planting, taking care of, and harvesting a pumpkin patch.The pictures are so colorful and bright.It is really an enjoyable book to read.

Wonderful seasonal book!
We just bought this for our 2 year-old, and she absolutely loves it.The pictures are bold and colorful, reminiscent of Eric Carle-type pictures.This book tells the story of how pumpkins are grown, and how they eventually become Jack-o-lanterns.It is a wonderful book, especially for the price. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Kindergarten    3. Fiction    4. Halloween    5. Holidays & Celebrations - Halloween    6. Jack-o-lanterns    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Nature & the Natural World - Gardening    9. Pumpkin    10. Juvenile Fiction / Holidays & Festivals / Halloween   

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Great informative book!
My 3 year old grandson loves this book.I bought it for him because he loves to watch the garbage truck come by every week.This book really taught him what happens to the garbage after pick-up.

Great introduction to waste management for young children
This book is one of my collection for a Recycling education center.It is helpful because it breaks down the process of landfilling and recycling as well as shares what we throw away as Americans via a pie chart.

Sumthin 4 the young 2 know
Descriptive book on the idea of Garbage and Recycle. A good way to get your kids to start realizing how much damage garbage can do. Would of give it 5 stars but a book is not the best way to get to your kid's mind, better visualizations, like a field trip is an excelent idea. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    2. Children: Grades 3-4    3. Juvenile literature    4. Recycling (Waste)    5. Refuse and refuse disposal    6. Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection    7. Juvenile Nonfiction / Science & Technology / General   

Reviews (9)

Area the book covers
This book covers eastern North America, including the Midwest and the South.

Good book but difficult to reference in the field
I thought that the "Peterson Field Guide to Eastern Trees" was a very good book to read while at home, but it was difficult to use while I was actually "in the woods." I was looking for something with more illustrations and photos, and larger print wouldn't have hurt either. It would have also been simpler to use if the authors would have included all of the details, about a particular species,together in the book, rather than devoting one section to leaves of all species, another to silhouettes of all species, etc.

The illustrations are too pretty, the system is too cumbersome
As a novice tree identifier in New York City, I wish the book's classifications were more easily located and included more variant names.There is at least one popular tree known variously as the Chinese Scholar Tree and the Japanese Pagoda Tree which does not appear, and, although Florida is filled with wonderful trees, I shall make every effort never to get to Florida to see them and I would have liked more space devoted to the rest of the East and less to Florida.I am certain many people love to identify winter trees by their buds, but I am not one.Although the illustrations are very exciting to look at and very vital, they would be better in a Disney film.I have a local guide which uses photographs and I wish the Peterson Guide used them as well.The most useful segment of the guide is the tree silhouette section. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Canada, Eastern    2. East (U.S.)    3. Identification    4. Nature    5. Nature/Ecology    6. Pictorial works    7. Plants - General    8. Trees    9. Trees & Forests - General    10. Botany & plant sciences    11. Nature / Trees    12. Trees & wildflowers   

Reviews (236)

Powerful message
Congratulations to Al Gore for taking on a subject largely regarded as anathema by the US political establishment. Yes the science is still unsure on many of the issues, however, it IS becoming increasingly apparent that C02 emissions from industry, petrol engines etc are contributing to driving global temperatures upwards. That said, there is truth though that global warming is a natural event because thanks to analysis carried out on ice samples from the Greenland permafrost, thousands of years old, we have a clear record of many natural warming cycles going back millennia.
What was Gore's degree in? Oh yeah, journalism
Oh please... what scientific background does this guy have???? What a joke!The stuff in this book is more sophmoric than a prom.This is a political treatise with no scientific value at all.What is my degree in?Well, I have 3: BS chemistry, MS environmental science and a JD (Law).

From the inventor of the Internet????
For the lunatic Lefties and Wingnuts, this is a "Bible".From someone who lost an election, whined and wimpered until told to "shut up" by the USSC, we get this garbage dumped on the fools who would believe it.
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Subjects:  1. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)    2. Juvenile Fiction    3. Nature & the Natural World - General    4. Unassigned Title    5. Juvenile Nonfiction / Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection   

Reviews (9)

Great Book
I thought this book was great - it was really colorful. The overall feel reminded me of the book "Now I Know the Ten Commandments". I recommend it to anyone.
No better lesson for your kids
The lessons and messages taught in these Lucado books through Punchinello and his friends are very effective. If you want children with great self esteem, high confidence, ability to choose the right path, not afraid to say 'no' to peer pressure, always treat others with respect, leaders amongst their friends, far less troubles than other kids....then you'll get all Lucado books like this and read them to your kids. The kids love the stories, and I bet there's even a message parents will get as well. You can't buy a better book for your grandchildren, children, nieces, nepwhews or friends. Make an investment in your kids future that pays off big time. Ours has already, and we're so glad we did!

Best of All
Max Lucado has done it again with his book "Best of All".He continues to teach life long lessons using creative characters that are able to captivate readers of all ages.Sergio Martinez does an amazing job making the story come alive for readers with his illustrations.I use Lucado's books in my third grade classroom and we always have wonderful, heartfelt discussions to follow.I recommend his books to anyone with children of their own or to an educator who wants to fully enthrall his/her students while teaching moral lessons. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Grades 1-2    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Conduct of life    6. Fiction    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Nature & the Natural World - General    9. Prejudices    10. Religious - Christian    11. Social Issues - Prejudice & Racism    12. Social Issues - Values    13. Social Situations - Prejudice & Racism    14. Trees    15. Wood carving   

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Enjoyable reading material for all.
I am a mature adult who read this book on a chance and discovered it to be quite entertaining and enlightening at the same time. I can see why many children would enjoyed reading this book. The approach proves to be fair, balance and while it take a pro-environmental perception toward the end, it teaches that there are two sides to a debate.
I guess it's okay
I bought this book for my younger sister for christmas who loves animals.I looked at the cover and the picture of the owl was adorible!
One of the best books I've ever read!
This book is awesome!I read the first chapter in the book store and I just had to take it home with me!If I could I would rate it 10 stars. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Birds    2. Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    4. Children: Grades 3-4    5. Endangered species    6. Family - General    7. Fiction    8. Nature & the Natural World - General    9. Owls    10. Spotted owls    11. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Birds   

Editorial Review

Jan Brett, well-loved for her ornate, Scandinavian-themed picture books takes her talents deep into the Monteverde Cloud Forest of Costa Rica. A tropical twist on Read more

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No snow or trolls, but the jungle is just as beautiful
Jan Brett remains number 1 on my list of modern children's book illustrators. The story is good, too, but the pictures are....what can I say.... just great.

The Umbrella
Jan Brett captures the reader with a lovely story and her delightful artwork. She never disappoints her readers young and old.I teach second grade and used the book with a rainforest unit and the students loved it

Wonderful Book
Beautiful book with pictures that really reminded me of Costa Rica. I love reading this book to my two year old son. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure - General    2. Animals - General    3. Brett, Jan    4. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    5. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    6. Children: Kindergarten    7. Fiction    8. General    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Nature & the Natural World - Ecology    11. Nature & the Natural World - General    12. Preschool Picture Story Books    13. Rain forest animals    14. Umbrellas    15. Umbrellas and parasols    16. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / General   

Reviews (6)

A Beautiful Book About Teachers
A friend told me about this book and since then, I've given it to all my children's teachers. The illustrations are lovely - it is touching and sweet.

No Plant Left Behind
Ms.Spitzer cultivates every manner of plant--the slow bloomer, the wild weed, the late sprouter--the way good teachers cultivate learners. Not with tests, not with homework, but with love and patience, care and certainty that effort will be rewarded. If youhave a child in kindergarten, please please please buy this book and give it to the teacher as a gift for some holiday--along with a packet of your favorite seeds and a picture of your child. If you buy the book for yourself and lend it to ANY teacher, you're not likely to get it back. It's that good. I wish every principal in every school would read this out loud at the first faculty meeting of the year, too!

Every teacher should have this book
This is a beautiful book.Every teacher should have a copy. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    2. Children: Preschool    3. Fiction    4. Gardening    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Nature & the Natural World - Gardening    7. Nature & the Natural World - General    8. School & Education    9. School stories    10. Schools    11. Teachers    12. Juvenile Fiction / Nature & the Natural World   

Editorial Review

More than 300 species of trees are found in the United States and Canada west of the Rocky Mountains, some introduced from other continents but many native to the region. This handsome guidebook covers them all, with photographs that enable identification by easily discernible characteristics: by, for example, the shape of the leaf or needle, by the fruit, or by the flower or cone. The photographs are linked to texts that describe a tree's physical characteristics, habitat, and range. Some of the trees covered in this volume are exceedingly rare, such as the Monterey pine; others are locally abundant but limited in range, such as the Joshua tree; still others, such as the quaking aspen, are widespread. This guidebook is an essential addition to any western outdoor enthusiast's collection. Read more

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North American trees, West.
If your going to be stuffing your field guide into your pocket, glove box, daypack or backpack, the "turtleback" binding used by Audubon is perfect. Personally, I don't use it that way. When I encounter a species I cannot identify, I take notes (usually of the mental variety) -- leaf characteristics, bark characteristics, size, form, habitat, seeds, flowers, etc. -- and identify it when I return home. The photos and drawings in this volume are generally excellent. So far as I can recall, the Audubon guide has yet to fail me. It doesn't include very many introduced (non-native) trees, that's not it's purpose, of course, so it may not help you identify the trees that have been planted in your yard. The Sunset Western Garden Book, or perhaps your local nurseryman, will fit that niche.
Dissappointing:Very hard to identify unknown trees
I spent $20 on this at a local bookstore (that was a mistake: it is only $14 here on Amazon) and got it home and went into my backyard.An hour later, I was only able to identify one of the three trees in the yard.
Quite reliable for outdoor travellers.
The Audubon Guide to Western Trees will prove a long lasting reference for outdoor lovers and tree finders. This easily equals the excellent Eastern Region guide in quality, detail, number of species listed, and beautiful photographs. However, if you want a heavy duty instant identification tool, hold off on this and purchase the Peterson Guides to Trees. However, if you love to marvel at trees and identify them in any amount of time at all, buy this along with the Eastern Guide. The quality binding of this newly updated edition is nice quality, and easy to carry. The earlier, out of print, hardback Economy Press edition was bulky, but contained more species listings. Still that difference is hardly noticeable, and buy this edition at good costs. This guide, (compared to the Petersons) will please a patient outdoor searcher attempting to identify any tree they find. Though the Peterson Guide to Trees should be bought prior to this, it is still an excellent and reliable addition to your collection. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Canada    2. Identification    3. Nature    4. Nature/Ecology    5. North America    6. Trees    7. Trees & Forests - General    8. United States    9. Botany & plant sciences    10. Nature / Trees    11. Trees & wildflowers   

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Fun and Sturdy
My two year old, (almost 3), LOVES little Einsteins, she was just thrilled with this book! It's a sturdy board book, so it can travel with her wherever we go, and has fun flaps that she enjoys lifting.
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Subjects:  1. Children's 4-8 - Fiction - General    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Grades 1-2    4. Fiction    5. Gardens    6. Interactive Adventure    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Nature & the Natural World - Gardening    9. Nature & the Natural World - General    10. Seeds    11. Specimens    12. Toy and movable books    13. Juvenile Fiction / Nature & the Natural World