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1) Ants
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Factual text and bright photographs introduce the reader to the fascinating world of ants.
2) Sturgeon
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
3) Piranha
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
4) Catfish
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and environment of catfish.
5) Barracuda
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
6) Marlin
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
7) Diving
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Diving. Readers will learn the requirements for Diving success, such as precise timing and controlled body movement. Different types of dives are examined, such as Platform Springboard Synchronized and Cliff. A short history of the sport is included, as is a discussion of its risks. Xtreme facts provide additional information on this exciting sport."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to the sport of polar exploration. Readers will learn about the tools and equipment used in exploring the North and South Poles, as well as dangers and safety tips. They are introduced to transportation methods and conditions at each pole, including animal life and ice formations. Extreme facts...
10) Caving
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the tools and equipment used by cave explorers and the dangers associated with the practice, and describes some of different types of cavern, including limestone and sandstone caves, lava tubes, and ice and glacier caves.
12) Mountaineering
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
31 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the gear used in mountain climbing and the sport's risks, and reveals the dangers associated with climbing the tallest peak on each continent, including Mount Everest, Aconcagua, and Mount Vinson.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Swimming in the Wild. Readers will learn the requirements for Swimming in the Wild success, such as not feeding, harming, and keeping an appropriate distance from the wildlife. A short history of the sport is included, as is an examination of the characteristics of common swimming companion animals such as dolphins, whales, sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Risks and swimmer safety are also discussed. Xtreme facts provide...
14) Spiders
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information about some spider species that make interesting pets.
15) Bugs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information about some different types of insects that make interesting pets.
16) Reptiles
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents information about some reptiles which make good pets.
17) Fish
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Provides information about some freshwater, saltwater and pond fish which could be "extreme" pet fish.
18) Aqua sports
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Aqua Sports. Readers will learn the requirements for aqua sports success, such as practice, balance, strength, and the ability to swim. Crafts are discussed, such as the Aquaflyer, Jetlev-Flyer, Jetovator, Flyboard and Power Board, as are the skills needed to participate in each. Xtreme facts provide additional information on these exciting sports."--Publisher's website.
19) Treasure hunting
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the tools and equipment used by people who search for buried or sunken treasures and the dangers associated with the practice, and describes some of the articles they may find, including coins, jewelry, metals, glass, and artifacts.
20) Astronaut firsts
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents a history of manned space flight firsts, including the first animals in space, the first man to orbit Earth, and the first man to walk on the moon.
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