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Amphibians
Explains the mechanics behind the mega-mouthed Argentine horned frog, the croaking American bullfrog, and the deadly poison dart frog.
Insects and spiders
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Insects Juvenile literature.
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Spiders Juvenile literature.
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Arachnids.
2017
Readers get an up-close look at the mechanics behind bugs. They will enjoy learning about the leaping flea, the bloodsucking tick, the migrating Monarch butterfly, and the stinging scorpion.
Birds
Explores the remarkable structures and systems that make up the anatomy of a variety of different birds.
Reptiles
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Snakes Juvenile literature.
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Snakes.
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Animal behavior Juvenile literature.
2017
Each chapter investigates the mechanics behind a certain reptile, from the freaky frilled lizard to the deadly Komodo dragon.
Mammals
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Mammals Juvenile literature.
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Animals Juvenile literature.
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Animals.
2017
Readers learn about the mechanics behind mammals, whose bodies are built to survive in and master their environment.
The Amazon
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Rain forests Amazon River Region Juvenile literature.
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Natural history Amazon River Region Juvenile literature.
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Rain forests Amazon River Region.
2015
Introduces the Amazon River and the rain forest that surrounds it, describing their physical characteristics and the plants and animals that live there, and discusses its people, their history, economic and social conditions, and other details. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
Fish and other sea creatures
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Aquatic animals Juvenile literature.
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Aquatic animals.
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Fishes Juvenile literature.
2017
Readers take a dive underwater to take an in-depth look at the mechanics behind fish and other sea creatures.
Robots, gadgets, and artificial intelligence
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Robots Juvenile literature.
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Artificial intelligence Juvenile literature.
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Implements, utensils, etc. Juvenile literature.
2025
'Robots, Gadgets, and Artificial Intelligence' explains, in a clear and interesting way, what AI is and the evolution of robots, how to make AI, the different types of AI, and how AI could affect us in the future. The engaging design highlights the 'Heroes' of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips, illustrations, photographs, and timeline, as well as glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book a great way to learn.
CHILDBOOK
Is human cloning in our future? : theories about genetics
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- author
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Jackson, Tom, 1972- Beyond the theory: science of the future
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Genes Juvenile literature.
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Human genetics Juvenile literature.
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Human cloning Juvenile literature.
2019
\"Even the most reluctant readers are likely curious about cloning and the scientific future of human evolution. This book finally makes it possible for them to access the latest information about genetic engineering, stem cells, heredity, and the idea that humans may be able to manipulate the process of reproduction to create the offspring they desire. It even covers hot button issues like eugenics and the genetic modification of plants and animals used for food.\" --publisher's website.