ALA Notable Book
Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book
Discover the fascinating lives of often-misunderstood vultures in this award-winning nonfiction picture book from celebrated author April Pulley Sayre and Caldecott Honor illustrator Steve Jenkins—now featuring updated end matter with more illuminating info about these amazing creatures.
Turkey vultures are best known for being nature’s clean-up crew, but did you know they’re among the most graceful soaring birds on earth? Come spend a day in the life of a vulture and learn how they fly on thermals of warmed air, preen their feathers to stay squeaky clean, keep up their scavenger diet—and so much more. This updated edition features a new author’s note about the inspiration for the book, remastered color, and updated end matter with the latest scientific information about these marvelous and majestic creatures.
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April Pulley Sayre (1966–2021) was the award-winning author of more than fifty-five natural science books for children and adults, including her award-winning photo-illustrated books Being Frog, Raindrops Roll, and Best in Snow. Sayre’s books received an abundance of starred reviews, have been dubbed ALA Notable Books (Raindrops Roll; Rah, Rah, Radishes) and won a Geisel Honor (Vulture View). Learn more at AprilSayre.com.
Steven Jenkins (1952–2021) was the illustrator of many celebrated children’s books including Can an Aardvark Bark? and Fourteen Monkeys by Melissa Stewart; Hello, Baby! by Mem Fox; Mama Built a Little Nest and Mama Dug a Little Den by Jennifer Ward; and the 2003 Caldecott Honor recipient, What Do You Do With a Tail Like This?, which he created with his wife, Robin Page. Learn more about his life and work at SteveJenkinsBooks.com.
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Hardback. Etat : Good. Jenkins, Steve (illustrateur). Unleash your inner curiosity to experience a new world of meaning and opportunity Curiosity: The Secret Ingredient for Success in Personal and Professional Growth>describes the ins and outs of curiosity: what it is, how it works and what it does; how it influences success for individuals and organisations, why it is hard to maintain over time and how we - and our organisations - can get (even) better at it. The book is a practical guide for professionals to help them become aware of and take intentional action towards being more curious towards the world, others and even themselves. With curiosity gaining traction in the business world as a new paradigm for being, relating and leading for the 21st century, Stefaan van Hooydonk's deep dive into the very concept of curiosity has never been more timely. In this book, readers will learn about: ● Why curiosity is magical and complex--and far more than a simple one-dimensional word ● How curiosity drives innovation, continuous improvement, and employee engagement all at once ● The science of curiosity, drawing on insights from data and the latest research on this topic A highly unique resource on one of the most influential concepts in business success and beyond, Curiosity earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of professionals young and old, as well as HR, learning professionals, managers, and all individuals seeking to be a little more curious and unlock a new world of meaning and opportunity. N° de réf. du vendeur CIN1665952199G
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Vendeur : World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, Etats-Unis
Hardback. Etat : Good. Jenkins, Steve (illustrateur). Unleash your inner curiosity to experience a new world of meaning and opportunity Curiosity: The Secret Ingredient for Success in Personal and Professional Growth>describes the ins and outs of curiosity: what it is, how it works and what it does; how it influences success for individuals and organisations, why it is hard to maintain over time and how we - and our organisations - can get (even) better at it. The book is a practical guide for professionals to help them become aware of and take intentional action towards being more curious towards the world, others and even themselves. With curiosity gaining traction in the business world as a new paradigm for being, relating and leading for the 21st century, Stefaan van Hooydonk's deep dive into the very concept of curiosity has never been more timely. In this book, readers will learn about: ● Why curiosity is magical and complex--and far more than a simple one-dimensional word ● How curiosity drives innovation, continuous improvement, and employee engagement all at once ● The science of curiosity, drawing on insights from data and the latest research on this topic A highly unique resource on one of the most influential concepts in business success and beyond, Curiosity earns a well-deserved spot on the bookshelves of professionals young and old, as well as HR, learning professionals, managers, and all individuals seeking to be a little more curious and unlock a new world of meaning and opportunity. N° de réf. du vendeur CIN1665952199G
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Hardcover. Etat : new. Jenkins, Steve (illustrateur). Hardcover. ALA Notable Book Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book Discover the fascinating lives of often-misunderstood vultures in this award-winning nonfiction picture book from celebrated author April Pulley Sayre and Caldecott Honor illustrator Steve Jenkinsnow featuring updated end matter with more illuminating info about these amazing creatures.Turkey vultures are best known for being natures clean-up crew, but did you know theyre among the most graceful soaring birds on earth? Come spend a day in the life of a vulture and learn how they fly on thermals of warmed air, preen their feathers to stay squeaky clean, keep up their scavenger dietand so much more. This updated edition features a new authors note about the inspiration for the book, remastered color, and updated end matter with the latest scientific information about these marvelous and majestic creatures. "Spend a day in the life of a vulture and learn how they fly, stay clean, keep up their scavenger diet, and so much more in this nonfiction picture book"-- Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781665952194
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Hardcover. Etat : Brand New. Jenkins, Steve (illustrateur). 32 pages. 10.00x10.00x0.11 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur xr1665952199
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