new zealand

"A Powelliphanta, a large but rare carnivorous snail from New Zealand, spends the night searching for food and trying to avoid the many animals that prey on snails"--OCLC.

Twelve-year-old Frankie Parsons has a quirky family, a wonderful best friend, and a head full of worrying questions that he shares with his mother each night, but when free-spirited Sydney arrives at school with questions of her own, Frankie is forced to face the ultimate ten p.m. question.

Ever heard of a flightless nocturnal parrot? This book will delight young readers as they learn what makes the kakapo one of the world's weirdest animals. Basic information is covered, such as predators, prey, habitat, life cycle, senses, and conservation status. Table of contents, diagram, map, fun facts, facts page, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Describes the food and beverages of Australia and New Zealand in relation to their history, geography, and culture. Also includes recipes and information about regional specialties and festive foods.

Previously published as: Two generations. 1984. A dual autobiography describing three decades of high-altitude climbing by father and son.

Describes observation procedures teachers may use to monitor the progress of young children who are learning to read and write, or who are having temporary difficulties with literacy learning.

"A guide to recording amazing discoveries in your own backyard"--Front cover.

Describes observation procedures teachers may use to monitor the progress of young children who are learning to read and write, or who are having temporary difficulties with literacy learning.

A look at the life and career of New Zealand singer Lorde.

"Exciting illustrations follow Edmund Hillary's journey up Mount Everest. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7."--Provided by publisher.