Although made of straw and borrowed clothes, a scarecrow appreciates his peaceful, gentle life and the privilege of watching nature at work.

In an effort to make sense of the deaths in quick succession of several loved ones, Kathleen Dean Moore turned to the comfort of the wild, making a series of solitary excursions into ancient forests, wild rivers, remote deserts, and windswept islands to learn what the environment could teach her in her time of pain. This book is the record of her experiences. It’s a stunning collection of carefully observed accounts of her life—tracking...

The Sense of Wonder relates Carson's intimate account of adventures with her young nephew, in their walks along the sea coast and through forests and fields, observing wildlife, strange plants, moonlight, and storm clouds. It is a guide to capturing the simple power of discovery that Carson viewed as essential to life.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells about plants and animals that are red and how colors work in the natural world. Includes picture glossary"--

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells about plants and animals that are yellow and how colors work in the natural world. Includes picture glossary"--Provided by publisher.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells about plants, animals, and how colors work in the natural world. Includes picture glossary"--

For centuries, poets and philosophers extolled the benefits of a walk in the woods: Beethoven drew inspiration from rocks and trees; Wordsworth composed while tromping over the heath; and Nikola Tesla conceived the electric motor while visiting a park. Intrigued by our storied renewal in the natural world, Florence Williams set out to uncover the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain. In this informative and entertaining account, Williams...

The full list of stories includes: And Then It's Spring; Antarctic Antics; Bear Wants More; Cloudette; The Curious Garden; Dinosaur Bones; First the Egg; Henry Hikes to Fitchburg; He's Got the Whole World In His Hands; In the Small; Small Pond, Inch by Inch; Johnny Appleseed; Lucky Ducklings; Make Way for Duckling; Miss Rumphius; Mushroom in the Rain; Owl Moon; Rosie's Walk; Time of Wonder; What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?

A celebration of the joy of being outdoors features a child who abandons his digital device in favor of joining a friend outside.

"An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain animals, exploring how wildlife in general affects Earth's biodiversity and balance, as well as how animals contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.