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Peddling Snakeoil for the Modern Age

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Series: Orca Wild Grizzly Bears Guardians of the Wilderness Hardcover Frances Backhouse 9781459828544 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Feb 14, 2023

Grizzlies are one of North America’s most iconic wildlife species. They once roamed across half the continent, but today the grizzly population has declined at an alarming rate and it is incredibly difficult to rebuild those numbers, especially in places with a lot of people. Yet grizzlies are key members of their ecological communities and a powerful symbol of wilderness. Filled with facts and richly illustrated with photos, Grizzly Bears: Guardians of the Wilderness explores the biology of grizzlies and the vital ecological role these bears ... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Sharks Forever The Mystery and History of the Planet’s Perfect Predator Hardcover Mark Leiren-Young 9781459827561 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Oct 18, 2022

Explore the latest science about sharks. Did you know that some sharks have friends? Or that there are sharks small enough to swim in a soup can? There are sharks who can walk on land and others who make their own light. There are ancient sharks who lived in the oceans millions of years ago, and new species who have just been discovered. Most importantly, did you know that most sharks are fighting for their survival? Sharks Forever takes a deep dive into the lives of sharks––their habitat, biology, habits and personalities. It also looks at the... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Salmon Swimming for Survival Hardcover Rowena Rae 9781459826533 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Mar 15, 2022

Salmon: Swimming for Survival introduces us to the dramatic life story of salmon. These fish hatch in streams, swim extreme distances out to sea, and then migrate home to where they were born to produce the next generation. But today their habitats and very survival are threatened by human activity. This book looks at the unique biology of salmon, their importance to many Indigenous communities, their cultural and economic impact and the vital role they play in ecosystems. With profiles from scientists, educators, fishers and more, learn about ... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Conservation Canines How Dogs Work for the Environment Hardcover Isabelle Groc 9781459821606 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Sep 14, 2021

★“Robust and engaging...Sure to be a hit with both children writing reports and those who enjoy books about animal companions and adventurous work. A must for school and public libraries.”—Booklist, starred review With their precise sense of smell, their hardworking temperament and their ability to bond with humans, dogs increasingly lend their paws and noses to fixing some of the most complex environmental problems on the planet. What kinds of dogs does it take to help wildlife? What kind of training do they go through? Who are the people who ... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Beavers Radical Rodents and Ecosystem Engineers Hardcover Frances Backhouse 9781459824690 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 May 11, 2021

By cutting trees and building dams, beavers shape landscapes and provide valuable wetland homes for many plants and animals. These radical rodents were once almost hunted to extinction for their prized fur, but today we are building a new relationship with them, and our appreciation of the benefits they offer as habitat creators and water stewards is growing. Packed with facts and personal stories, this book looks at the beaver’s biology and behavior and illuminates its vital role as a keystone species. The beaver’s comeback is one of North Ame... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Return from Extinction The Triumph of the Elephant Seal Hardcover Linda L. Richards 9781459821361 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Oct 13, 2020

Less than 100 years ago, the northern elephant seal was thought to be extinct. Today more than 250,000 elephant seals swim in the Pacific Ocean from Alaska to Mexico. In Return from Extinction: The Triumph of the Elephant Seal Linda L. Richards tells the story of their dramatic recovery. Elephant seals were hunted to near extinction for their precious oil before the Mexican government stepped in to protect them. Many people thought it was too late. Even though the life of the elephant seal is difficult and only 20 percent of pups born will mak... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Bird's-Eye View Keeping Wild Birds in Flight Hardcover Ann Eriksson 9781459821538 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 May 12, 2020

Wild birds are everywhere, from the dry deserts to the icy poles. We see them soaring overhead, paddling across water, flitting through trees, pecking at the ground or our backyard bird feeders and singing from fence posts. Birds contribute to the health of the planet and provide pleasure for millions of people, but wild birds are in trouble. Today, almost 200 bird species are critically endangered. They are threatened by habitat loss, invasive species, climate change, pesticides, plastics in the environment, human-made structures and other an... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Sea Otters A Survival Story Hardcover Isabelle Groc 9781459817371 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Apr 28, 2020

Sea otters once ruled the Pacific Ocean, but the fur trade of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries brought this predator to near extinction. Today they’re slowly coming back from the brink, and scientists are learning more about their pivotal role as one of nature’s keystone species. This book looks at the history, biology, behavior and uncertain future of sea otters. Author and photojournalist Isabelle Groc takes us into the field: watching sea otter rafts off the British Columbia coast from a kayak, exploring what makes their fur coats so... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Gone is Gone Wildlife Under Threat Hardcover Isabelle Groc 9781459816855 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Sep 24, 2019

Why do species become endangered? How are scientists learning about endangered wildlife? What are people doing to conserve species and how can young people help? This book is richly illustrated with unique photos that Isabelle has taken over many years of observing endangered species in the field alongside the people who work to conserve them. Throughout, the author shares enchanting encounters and personal field stories: watching narwhals socialize in the Canadian Arctic, getting close to a Laysan albatross raising chicks on a remote Hawaiian... + Read More
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Series: Orca Wild Orcas Everywhere The Mystery and History of Killer Whales Hardcover Mark Leiren-Young 9781459819986 $24.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Sep 03, 2019

Orcas are found in every ocean on the planet, but can they survive their relationship with humans? Orcas Everywhere looks at how humans around the world (Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike) related to orcas in the past, how we relate to them now and what we can do to keep cetacean communities alive and thriving. The book deals with science, philosophy, environmentalism and ethics in a kid-friendly and accessible way. Writer, filmmaker and orca activist Mark Leiren-Young takes us back to when killer whales were considered monsters and examines ... + Read More