Traces the weather phenomenon known as El Niño from its first observation near Peruvian fishing villages to more recent appearances, discussing how scientists monitor it and how it affects other aspects of the weather.

5) Toad overload: a true tale of nature knocked off balance in Australia

Author

Seibert, Patricia

Publisher

Millbrook Press

Pub. Date

1995.

Language

English

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Explains what happened when giant toads were brought to Australia to help control beetles that ate the sugar cane crop. Includes information on the physical characteristics and habits of this species of toad.

6) We were here: a short history of time capsules

Author

Seibert, Patricia

Publisher

Millbrook Press

Pub. Date

[2002]

Language

English

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"Time capsules have made a significant impact on our imagination and on our study of history. Author Patricia Seibert explains what they are, what is contained in them, why people collect those particular items to include, and what people hope to convey to future generations."

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Patricia Seibert

1) The three little pigs =: Los tres cerditos

2) Mush!: Across Alaska in the world's longest sled-dog race

3) The three little pigs

4) Discovering El Nino: how fable and fact together help explain the weather

5) Toad overload: a true tale of nature knocked off balance in Australia

6) We were here: a short history of time capsules