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Our Wonderful Earth

by Nicola Baxter   |  Ages 8-11
₱539.55 Now ₱341.55 Save 37%
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Our Wonderful Earth
Our Wonderful Earth

Exploring Earth: fiery volcanoes to chilly poles.

"Our Wonderful Earth" sounds right up your alley if you're curious about the planet's natural wonders. Baxter takes us on a tour that's as educational as it is breathtaking. It’s perfect for those who love to learn through vivid descriptions and would enjoy a journey from the scorching volcanoes to the freezing reaches of the North Pole.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Our Wonderful Earth

by Nicola Baxter   |  Ages 8-11
₱539.55 Now ₱341.55 Save 37%
Compare to estimated retail price: ₱842.85 PHP  

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ISBN: 9780915741779
Authors: Nicola Baxter
Publisher: Ignatius Press
Date of Publication: 1999-07-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Picture Books, Young Readers, Educational
Related Topics: Science & Nature, Reference, Nature
Goodreads rating: 4.67
(rated by 3 readers)

Description

Launch Pad Library is a colorful, carefully researched reference set designed to challenge, amaze and teach. Each title provides a thorough, visually exciting introduction to an essential topic. Together, these twelve volumes are an ideal first library, perfect for today's children.-- Full color throughout-- Eye-catching covers-- Many special features, including cross-references, "quiz corner" section, "Chatterbox" section providing interesting facts, suggestions for "do-it-yourself" experiments, a glossary and index.
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Exploring Earth: fiery volcanoes to chilly poles.

"Our Wonderful Earth" sounds right up your alley if you're curious about the planet's natural wonders. Baxter takes us on a tour that's as educational as it is breathtaking. It’s perfect for those who love to learn through vivid descriptions and would enjoy a journey from the scorching volcanoes to the freezing reaches of the North Pole.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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