Leon Gray
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Just how large is the world's largest octopus? With its arms outstretched, an adult giant Pacific octopus is about as long as a minivan. On top of that, it can weigh a whopping 100 pounds (45 kg)! But these giant sea creatures aren't just big, they are also masters of disguise. In the blink of an eye, they can change the color of their bodies to match their environment--and hide from enemies. Now you see them, now you don't! In Giant Pacific Octopus:...
3) Oceans
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This book looks at the world's oceans and how animals and plants have adapted to life in, on, and around salty water. Many swim at the surface, while others lurk in the pitch-black depths beneath.--
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"The Industrial Revolution brought about great changes, but this was a time before many labor laws, and many children had to work from sunup to sundown. The poor had to work as rat catchers and coal miners! Readers will take in important historical context as they learn all about these and other horrible jobs of the era. Sidebars and fact boxes add further detail, including the grotesque 'secret' to softening animal hides for leather goods. Historical...
11) Deserts
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This book looks at the world's deserts and how animals and plants have adapted to survive where there is little water and where temperatures may be scorching hot by day and bitterly cold at night.
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