Download or read book Thirty Great North Carolina Science Adventures written by April C. Smith and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-02-18 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: North Carolina possesses an astonishingly rich array of natural wonders. Building on this abundance, April C. Smith passionately seeks to open the world of nature to everyone. Her popular science guidebook features thirty sites across North Carolina that are perfect for exploration and hands-on learning about the Earth and the environment. A stellar group of naturalists and educators narrate each adventure, explaining key scientific concepts by showing you exactly where and how to look. This guidebook is for anyone—teens, kids, families, hikers, teachers, students, and tourists alike—who loves to be outside while learning. * All you need to plan trips and discover new attractions * Organized by the state's Mountain, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain regions * The 30 adventures spotlight wonderful places to hike, fascinating geological formations to find, animals and plants to observe, and hands-on learning activities * Explains clearly the scientific processes that made North Carolina the state it is today * Richly illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and maps; includes an indispensable science glossary

Download or read book Starry Sky Adventures Arizona written by Isaiah Ortiz and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-07-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Starry Sky AdventuresArizona guides readers to 50 outdoor adventures to take under the darkest skies around. Guided adventures, including camping, backpacking, paddling, and hiking, show readers the way to safely experience the best of the night sky in astrotourism destinations, designated Dark Sky Places, and locations with outstanding natural darkness.

Download or read book Starry Sky Adventures Utah written by Crystal White and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-09-01 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Starry Sky Adventures Utah presents the best outdoor adventures to take under the stars. Hike, paddle, and camp under the constellations in the darkest destinations around. This guide highlights astrotourism destinations across Utah, including Dark Sky Places recognized by the International Dark-Sky Association, as well as places with outstanding natural darkness. Guided adventures, including camping, backpacking, hiking, will show readers the way to getting out there, looking up, and getting lost in the stars.

Download or read book Sky Jumpers written by Peggy Eddleman and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2013 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twelve-year-old Hope lives in a post-World War III town called White Rock where everyone must participate in Inventions Day, though Hope's inventions always fail. Her unique skill set comes in handy after a group of bandits after valuable antibiotics invades the town.

Download or read book Boundless Sky written by Amanda Addison and published by Lantana Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A migrating swallow and a migrant girl cross paths while looking for a place to call home. A bird so small that it fits in your hand flies halfway around the world looking for a place to nest, while a young girl from northern Africa flees halfway around the world looking for safety. This is the story of Bird. This is the story of Leila. This is the story of a chance encounter and a long journey home. North Somerset Teachers Book Awards shortlist. Kate Greenaway Medal Nomination. “Beneath the surface, one can find many opportunities for a deep conversation about belonging, welcoming, and freedom from oppression and danger”—Youth Book Review Services “A delicate and touching little tale that packs its powerful message inside a velvet glove. Do yourselves a favor and order a copy now”—The Letterpress Project “A beautiful exploration of friendship, the parallel migrations of Bird and Leila, and the welcome they receive in their new home. Perfect for developing empathy and compassion”—Library Girl and Book Boy

Download or read book Below Another Sky written by Rick Ridgeway and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A renowned mountaineer chronicles his journey to Tibet with the daughter of a friend who had died in his arms in a Himalayan avalanche twenty years earlier.

Download or read book Sky Pirates Echo Quickthorn and the Great Beyond written by Alex English and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take to the skies in this thrilling new series from author Alex English. (BEWARE: THERE WILL BE PIRATES!) 11 year-old Echo Quickthorn has grown up believing that nothing exists outside the Kingdom of Lockfort, but everything changes when an eccentric professor parks his airship outside her window armed with a map that shows all the magical places that exist beyond the city walls. Together with her pet lizard, Gilbert, Echo sets off on an incredible adventure to find her missing mother; an adventure that will take her to unimaginable places filled with giant butterflies, mechanical dragons and . . . sky pirates! Praise for Sky Pirates: Echo Quickthorn and the Great Beyond: "Strap yourselves in for an exhilarating ride!" - Daily Mail "Fizzes with magic and wonder" – Abi Elphinstone, bestselling author of SKY SONG "A charmingly madcap adventure, with endearing friendships, sparkling wit, and a swashbuckling journey across pirate-infested skies. I loved it. Perfect for fans of Nevermoor and Cogheart." – Hana Tooke, author of THE UNADOPTABLES “A spirited protagonist, a charming side-kick and a believable villain come together in this tightly plotted, visual, treat for the senses. I want to soar over the rainbow rooftops of Port Tourbillon and the toadstooled forests of Tyrian in my very own airship.” – Nizrana Farook, author of THE GIRL WHO STOLE AN ELEPHANT “Sky Pirates is a fast-moving adventure story full of intrepid explorers, ingenious inventors, stolen treasure and mysterious undiscovered lands. If you like Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (and who doesn't?) you'll love Sky Pirates too!” Kirsty Applebaum, author of THE MIDDLER "From the very first page, I felt as if I'd been grabbed by the hand by a best friend and taken on the journey of a lifetime. Pacey, thrilling and endearing too. If I was ever to encounter sky pirates, I can think of no one I'd want by my side more than clever, brave Echo." – Joanna Nadin, author of the RACHEL RILEY series “A breath-taking adventure and a wonderfully imagined story of friendship and danger in strange places.” – Claire Fayers, author of THE VOYAGE TO MAGICAL NORTH "An incredible adventure, brimming with friendship and danger" – The Bookseller

Download or read book Kitty and the Sky Garden Adventure written by Paula Harrison and published by Oxford University Press - Children. This book was released on 2022-07-07 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kitty is a superhero-in-training with feline superpowers. She dreams of being like her superhero mum one day, but she's still got a lot to learn. Join Kitty and her cat crew for a series of enchanting adventures by the light of the moon. In this story, Kitty and her feline friends Pumpkin and Pixie discover a secret garden on a city rooftop, but as news of the garden spreads, not all that visit it choose to respect and care for the space. It's up to Kitty to save the garden and its beauty from those who seem intent on destroying it.

Download or read book To the Moon written by Jodie Shepherd and published by Millbrook Press (Tm). This book was released on 2017 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neil's imagination takes him on a trip to the moon. Join him as he explores mountains and hills, spots a famous astronaut's footprints, and collects space rocks for his science project.

Download or read book Sky Girl and the Superheroic Adventures written by Joe Sergi and published by . This book was released on 2013-05-28 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being a teenage girl is hard enough, but for DeDe Christopher it is proving impossible. Last year, DeDe discovered that she possessed fantastic abilities that were strangely similar to those of a comic book character named SkyBoy. With the help of her best friend Jason, a self-professed comic geek, DeDe accepted her legacy and became Sky Girl. Now, DeDe must learn what it means to be a heroine and how her late father's connection to SkyBoy will affect her destiny.

Download or read book The Sky Is Not the Limit written by Neil deGrasse Tyson and published by Prometheus Books. This book was released on 2010-03-19 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the author of Astrophysics for People in a Hurry and the host of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, a memoir about growing up and a young man's budding scientific curiosity. This is the absorbing story of Neil deGrasse Tyson’s lifelong fascination with the night sky, a restless wonder that began some thirty years ago on the roof of his Bronx apartment building and eventually led him to become the director of the Hayden Planetarium. A unique chronicle of a young man who at one time was both nerd and jock, Tyson’s memoir could well inspire other similarly curious youngsters to pursue their dreams. Like many athletic kids he played baseball, won medals in track and swimming, and was captain of his high school wrestling team. But at the same time he was setting up a telescope on winter nights, taking an advanced astronomy course at the Hayden Planetarium, and spending a summer vacation at an astronomy camp in the Mojave Desert. Eventually, his scientific curiosity prevailed, and he went on to graduate in physics from Harvard and to earn a Ph.D. in astrophysics from Columbia. There followed postdoctoral research at Princeton. In 1996, he became the director of the Hayden Planetarium, where some twenty-five years earlier he had been awed by the spectacular vista in the sky theater. Tyson pays tribute to the key teachers and mentors who recognized his precocious interests and abilities, and helped him succeed. He intersperses personal reminiscences with thoughts on scientific literacy, careful science vs. media hype, the possibility that a meteor could someday hit the Earth, dealing with society’s racial stereotypes, what science can and cannot say about the existence of God, and many other interesting insights about science, society, and the nature of the universe. Now available in paperback with a new preface and other additions, this engaging memoir will enlighten and inspire an appreciation of astronomy and the wonders of our universe.

Download or read book Touching the Sky written by Louise Borden and published by Margaret K. McElderry Books. This book was released on 2003-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On December 17, 1903, the Wright brothers took their historic first flight, and by 1909 the brothers were full-fledged celebrities. In September of that year, Wilbur and Orville finally showed the world, firsthand, just what they had achieved. In the United States, Wilbur delighted the crowd with spectacular flying demonstrations in New York City during the city's Hudson-Fulton Celebration. He flew over the harbor, glided past tall buildings, looped the Statue of Liberty, and even traveled up the Hudson River to Grant's Tomb. The people of New York were astonished and thrilled to witness these unbelievable flights. At the same time, Orville held daring public exhibitions in Germany and set amazing new records. He flew the highest ever, and took the longest flight with a passenger. The Wright brothers opened doors that no one knew could be opened! Louise Borden and Trish Marx document the extraordinary lives and achievements of two of our most celebrated American heroes, Wilbur and Orville Wright, from their humble beginnings to their later success and riches.

Download or read book Moon Costa Rica written by Nikki Solano and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 894 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're zip-lining through cloud forests, relaxing on a wellness retreat, or swimming with manta rays, discover the real pura vida with Moon Costa Rica. Inside you'll find: Flexible, strategic itineraries designed for backpackers, beach-lovers, adventure travelers, honeymooners, and more, including the best beaches for swimming, sunsets, and seclusion The best spots for eco-friendly outdoor adventures like kayaking, hiking, and scuba-diving: Swim under a waterfall, raft over rapids, explore mysterious caves, and cliff-dive into river pools. Hike to the summit of Mount Chirripó, the highest point in Costa Rica, snorkel with sea turtles in warm turquoise water, or soak in a volcanic mineral pool Unique and authentic experiences: Admire the forest floor from the middle of a hanging bridge, or take an aerial tram to lake, volcano, and ocean views. Relax on a pristine beach and watch the sunrise with a cup of flavorful local coffee. Fill up on fried plantains at a traditional soda, and shop at a neighborhood mercado Insight from Cartago local Nikki Solano on how to experience Costa Rica like an insider, support local and sustainable businesses, avoid crowds, and respectfully engage with the culture Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Background information on Costa Rica's landscape, history, and cultural customs, as well as volunteer opportunities Handy tools including a Spanish phrasebook, packing suggestions, and travel tips for disability access, solo travelers, seniors, and LGBTQ travelers With Moon's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience Costa Rica your way. Exploring more of Central America? Check out Moon Belize.

Download or read book A Hat Full of Sky written by Terry Pratchett and published by Random House. This book was released on 2010-06-22 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE SECOND BOOK IN THE TIFFANY ACHING SERIES Something is coming after Tiffany. . . Tiffany Aching is ready to begin her apprenticeship in magic, but life isn't exactly what she thought it would be. She expects spells and magic – not chores and ill-tempered goats! Surely there must be more to witchcraft than this? And Tiffany will find that she needs her magic more than ever, to fight off the insidious, disembodied creature that is pursuing her. This time, neither Mistress Weatherwax (the greatest witch in the world) nor the fierce, six-inch-high Wee Free Men can protect her. In the end, it will take all of Tiffany's inner strength to save herself. Will she succeed?

Download or read book HowExpert Guide to Travel and Adventure written by HowExpert and published by HowExpert. This book was released on 2024-10-08 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you're craving adventure and want to explore the world like never before, then "HowExpert Guide to Travel and Adventure" is what you need. This guide will ignite your wanderlust with practical tools, expert tips, and insights to craft unforgettable adventures. Whether you’re an experienced traveler or just starting out, this book will transform your journey and help you make every trip extraordinary. Packed with actionable advice, insider tips, and inspiring stories, this book covers everything from planning and budgeting to adventure activities, connecting with locals, and documenting your travels. Each chapter dives into a unique aspect of travel to guide, motivate, and excite you. - Chapter 1: Planning Your Adventure - Set goals, budget, create itineraries, and prepare for unexpected events to ensure stress-free travel. - Chapter 2: Adventure Travel for Beginners - Start with easy activities, overcome anxiety, and build confidence step-by-step. - Chapter 3: Types of Adventure Travel - Explore backpacking, road trips, cultural immersion, and wildlife expeditions that suit different interests. - Chapter 4: Niche Adventures for the Brave - Discover unique experiences like dark tourism, Arctic expeditions, and urban adventures for an extraordinary twist. - Chapter 5: Essential Gear and Packing Tips - Pack light yet stay prepared, ensuring comfort and safety throughout every adventure. - Chapter 6: Finding Off-the-Beaten-Path Destinations - Unlock secrets to finding hidden gems and avoiding tourist traps for truly unique travel. - Chapter 7: Connecting with Locals and Cultural Exchanges - Enrich your journey through authentic connections and meaningful cultural exchanges. - Chapter 8: Adventure Activities for All Levels - From hiking to sky adventures, find activities for every experience level. - Chapter 9: Budgeting and Financing Your Adventure - Discover saving tips, budget-friendly destinations, and volunteering opportunities to make adventure affordable. - Chapter 10: Food and Culture - Experience local cuisines, street food, and cooking classes for an immersive journey connecting you to new cultures. - Chapter 11: Solo vs. Group Adventures - Compare solo and group travel, with tips on making friends, staying safe, and maximizing every experience. - Chapter 12: Staying Safe on Your Adventures - Gain essential safety insights for all adventures, from health tips to risk assessments. - Chapter 13: Sustainable and Responsible Travel - Learn to travel ethically, minimize your impact, and support local communities for positive travel experiences. - Chapter 14: Adventure Travel for Different Stages of Life - Tailored adventures for families, couples, young adults, and seniors to ensure travel is enjoyable for everyone. - Chapter 15: Managing Challenges and Setbacks - Handle travel challenges like lost luggage, culture shock, and unexpected changes with adaptability and positivity. - Chapter 16: Capturing Your Adventure - Learn to creatively document your travels while staying present in each moment. - Chapter 17: Adventure Travel Success Stories - Be inspired by real-life stories of travelers who overcame challenges and transformed their lives through adventure. "HowExpert Guide to Travel and Adventure" is your ultimate resource for making every journey unforgettable. This guide provides practical advice, inspiring stories, and expert knowledge to empower you to travel boldly and explore deeply. By following this guide, you’ll create memories that last a lifetime, overcome challenges, and find new paths that inspire growth. Whether it’s your first trip or your fiftieth, let this book lead you to new horizons. Grab your copy of "HowExpert Guide to Travel and Adventure" today and let your journey begin! HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z.

Download or read book The Adventures of Flat Cat written by Louise Rosalyn Norrie and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2016-09-28 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Adventures of Flat Cat: Book Three In Book Three, the adventures continue when the Great Spirit Master informs Flat Cat and Jalico that the Cave of Honor and the medallion in Italy are in jeopardy. Flat Cat and two of the gypsy dwarfs go on a mission of help to restore them and try to rid the nearby village of the dangerous men responsible. Situations occur and plots unravel when Flat Cats plan to save the village doesnt go as expected. Back in the Enchanted Forest, Sky keeps a secret to herself. During Flat Cats absence, she leaves the forest to help with a good deed, which ends in a risky situation.

Download or read book Adventure Guide to New Hampshire written by Elizabeth L. Dugger and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 1998 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Share the day with a moose. Or with falcons, or deer, or a loon calling out at dusk. In New Hampshire these moments still wait for you. Visit the state that nurtured Robert Frost and find your own road less traveled by. Come in summer when the lupines display their pink and lavender blooms and hawks soar above. Visit in autumn for the glorious scarlet and gold foliage.Be a winter explorer on snowshoes or skis, then warm up inside a historic homestead in front of the fireplace. Do it all with the help of this detailed and delightful guide. Lodging and dining, fall foliage tours, crafts festivals, museums, hiking, sailing, biking, ballooning – this guide tells you how to do it all.