It’s amazing, outrageous, unbelievable . . . it’s Minnesota!Minnesota may be known for Paul Bunyan and hot dish, but there’s so much more to the Land of 10,000 Lakes. Did you know that pirates once prowled the Great Lakes or that a series of grasshopper plagues struck the state in the 1800s? From our quirky roadside attractions and odd museums to Lake Superior and the state’s wild weather, this book features the fascinating, funny and strange side of Minnesota.
Book Features
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<li>Entertaining, silly and often surprising facts about everything Minnesota</li>
<li>Information arranged by topics, such as Weather &amp; Winter, Quirky Minnesota and Minnesota Disasters</li>
<li>Small blocks of text and full-color photos for pleasurable browsing</li>
<li>Dozens of little-known tidbits that you’ll have to read to believe!</li>
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Minnesota Trivia Don'tcha Know!

Ortler, Brett

Reference

Adventure Publications

Fireflies: Summertime Magic!Watching fireflies is a summertime tradition. Bring back those childhood memories as you learn more about these delightful insects.
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<li>Fun facts about fireflies, such as the different flashing patterns for various species</li>
<li>Simple projects so you can share your firefly fascination with the next generation.</li>
<li>Engaging text that explains the science behind fireflies, including how they light up</li>
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Fireflies Book: Fun Facts About the Fireflies You Loved as a Kid

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

This book contains everything you need to understand and avoid mosquitoes, including a review of CDC-recommended repellents and products.

The Mosquito Book: An Entertaining, Fact-filled Look at the Dreaded Pesky Bloodsuckers

Start Ship Watching on the Great Lakes Today!Ship watching on the Great Lakes is fascinating! It’s hard to fathom how big a 1000-foot-long ship is until you see one navigating on the Great Lakes or passing under a lift bridge. Immediate questions come to mind:
<ul><li>Where is it from? What is it carrying? How fast does it go? What do all those ship markings mean? Why did it blast its whistle?</li></ul>
With this beginner’s guide by Brett Ortler, you’ll discover:
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<li>helpful tips on where to go to view ships and what to look for</li> <li>how to spot a “laker” vs. a “saltie”</li> <li>a longtime mariner’s take on life aboard ship</li> <li>which ships have succumbed to storms</li> <li>information about the U.S. Coast Guard, tall ships, Canadian ships and more</li>
</ul>

Beginner's Guide to Ship Watching on the Great Lakes: What to Look for, Ship-watching Destinations, Ports, Whistles and More

Learn the Basics of Animal Tracks! 
Kids are curious about the natural world, and few discoveries stir their curiosity more than animal tracks. It’s a thrill to come upon mysterious tracks and learn what critter made them. The Animal Tracks Activity Book takes those feelings of wonder and delight to the next level. It’s the perfect introduction to some of the country’s most common and interesting mammals, highlighting their tracks with coloring pages and activities.

Animal Tracks Activity Book (Color and Learn)

Children's Books

Animals

Whether you're a long-suffering resident or a new transplant, welcome! First things first, you're going to be cold. But that doesn't mean you have to be miserable. Far from it! Buy this book to get prepared and learn. The book features need-to-know information, including winter driving, winterizing your home, snow emergencies and more. Winter weather basics introduce what to expect month-by-month and winter records, as well as details about winter meteorological and atmospheric phenomena, such as sun dogs and sun pillars. Like it or not, winter is coming. This fun book will show you how to actually enjoy it!

Surviving Minnesota Winter: A Guide for Newcomers & Residents Alike

Travel

United States

Many children grow up dreaming about becoming an astronaut and exploring outer space. Utilize that fascination to introduce them to the wonders of space exploration. Brett Ortler presents an interactive activity book that’s as educational as it is entertaining! Through coloring pages by Phil Juliano, word finds, mazes and more, young space lovers will discover fascinating facts about everything from astronauts and spaceships to stars and planets. Your children will never view outer space the same way again!Book Features:Outer-space-related illustrations to colorEntertaining activities for children of all agesEngaging information about astronauts, space exploration and the solar systemColor-by-number, dot-to-dots, secret codes and more!

Outer Space Activity Book (Color and Learn)

Science, Nature & How It Works

Introduce children to nature in the Midwest through fun activities and hands-on science projects. With 12 states, four distinct seasons, and a wide range of habitats, plants, and animals, the Midwest is a wonderful region for getting outside and discovering nature. There is so much to see and appreciate--even in your backyard or at a nearby park. Teach your children to love and protect the great outdoors. This workbook by naturalist Brett Ortler features more than 20 simple, fun introductions to astronomy, birds, geology, and more. Plus, over a dozen activities help kids to make hypotheses, experiment, and observe. The 19 hands-on science projects--such as raising native caterpillars, making mushroom spore prints, and attracting moths with an ultraviolet light--put students in control of their own learning! You never know what your children will uncover in their outdoor classroom. Every day is a little treasure hunt. If they keep good records and share what they find, their observations can even help scientists learn more about nature in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. So get theBackyard Science & Discovery Workbook: Midwest, and get started on a lifetime of discovery.

Backyard Science & Discovery Workbook: Midwest: Fun Activities & Experiments That Get Kids Outdoors (Nature Science Workbooks for Kids)

Introduce children to the planets, Earth’s moon, and the sun through this astronomy-themed board book. 
Children are never too young to begin learning about and appreciating nature. That’s the idea behind the Nature Baby series of board books, and it’s exemplified in Nature Baby: Solar System. Ideal for your family’s youngest nature lovers, ages 0–5, the board book utilizes full-color photography and short, simple text to showcase the planets, the sun, and Earth’s moon. 
Read it aloud, or put the sturdy book in small hands. Then let the fun begin. The colorful, beautiful design—along with professional-quality photographs—captivate kids and will have them paging through Nature Baby: Solar System again and again. 
Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and more, all the planets in our solar system are represented, making Nature Baby: Solar System a perfect gift for families that enjoy constellations, stargazing, and outer space. So share the fascinating world of nature with infants, toddlers, and young children. These budding outdoors lovers are sure to treasure the Nature Baby series! 
Inside You’ll Find 
Full-color photographs Concise yet informative text to interest young readers Fun facts about our solar system

Nature Baby: Solar System

Kids love dinosaurs and coloring books. The Dinosaur Discovery Activity Book combines these interests to create an amazing educational tool! Your budding paleontologist will learn important details about 23 species, including famous dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus Rex and "non-dinosaurs" like Mosasaur. Dinosaur coloring pages present facts such as how big the creatures were, what they ate, and where their fossils have been found. Plus, activities like mazes, word finds, and dot-to-dots reinforce the information in unique and creative ways.

Dinosaur Discovery Activity Book (Coloring Nature)

Lake 7 Creative

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