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The Monarch Effect: Surviving Poison, Predators, and People (Scholastic Focus)

By: Dana L. Church

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The Monarch Effect: Surviving Poison, Predators, and People (Scholastic Focus)

By: Dana L. Church

A not-so-typical look at the mysteries of the monarch butterfly Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future. With their stunning black-and-orange wings, monarch butterflies are one of the most recognizable insects on the planet. But despite their delicate beauty, these creatures are warriors. The moment they hatch, they're fighting for their lives. Everything is the enemy: from the very leaf they live on to the humans and animals around them to nature itself. How does such a tiny egg survive to become a butterfly? And even after emerging from the cocoon, unimaginable danger awaits: migration. Every year, monarchs take flight, making one of the greatest migrations in the world. However, for a long time, their destination was unknown within the scientific community. Through the research of scientists in Canada and the United States and the support and efforts of ordinary people as well as Indigenous knowledge in Mexico, that mystery was finally solved. But to do so would involve years of searching across three countries and encounters with feuding scientists, the consequences of colonialism, and life-and-death stakes. Weaving together the untold story of survival, scientific discoveries, and the relationship between humans and butterflies, The Monarch Effect explores how one small insect can have an incredible impact on the entire planet.

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1338749234

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9781338749236

Animal Minds

What Are They Thinking?

By: Dana L. Church

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Animal Minds

What Are They Thinking?

By: Dana L. Church

Key Selling Points This book explores the field of animal cognition and introduces readers to the scientists and the experiments they use to find out how animals think. Deals with STEM themes, including the scientific method, research, experimentation and also women in science. The book goes beyond facts about animals and explores how animals think. It fosters an appreciation of animals at a deep level: they are thinking beings and are individuals, like humans. The author is an expert in this field. She has a PhD in animal cognition and includes interviews with other scientists to help shape the stories.

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Orca Book Publishers

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1459834178

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9781459834170

The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

By: Dana L. Church

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The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

By: Dana L. Church

Dive deep into the world of this everyday insect -- and the science behind its uncertain future. Bumble bees are as familiar to most of us as the flowers these fuzzy insects feed upon. But did you know that the bees in your garden could be escapees from a local greenhouse, or descended from stowaways on a Viking ship?Bumble bees are a vital part of our lives and Earth's ecosystems, so much so that we've commercialized their breeding and shipped them across states, countries, and ecosystems for our benefit. However, all of that human interference has consequences. Bumble bees are pushing out native species and altering ecosystems worldwide. Pesticide use has led to the spread of disease in local colonies. And some species may be disappearing entirely.The Beekeepers is an expertly researched overview of bumble bees -- from hive hierarchies to how their brains work -- and the passionate humans and scientists who are fighting for their survival. With a thoughtful and accessible voice, researcher Dana Church introduces readers to the fascinating world of bumble bees, how and why some are thriving while others are floundering, and how both experts and regular citizens are working to ensure their future. Equal parts endearing, frustrating, and hopeful, this scientific narrative is essential for readers looking to understand and make an impact on our changing world.

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1338565567

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The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

By: Dana L. Church

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Book's by Dana L. Church

The Monarch Effect: Surviving Poison, Predators, and People (Scholastic Focus)

The Monarch Effect: Surviving Poison, Predators, and People (Scholastic Focus)

Animal Minds

Animal Minds

The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees (Scholastic Focus)

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