Quinlan, Susan E. The Case of the Monkeys that Fell from the Trees and Other Mysteries in Tropical Nature.Quinlan, Susan E. THE CASE OF THE MONKEYS THAT FELL FROM THE TREES and Other Mysteries in Tropical Nature. Il. by author. ISBN ISBN abbr. International Standard Book Number ISBN International Standard Book Number ISBN n abbr (= International Standard Book Number) → ISBN m 1-56397-902-0. Honesdale, PA: Boyds Mills Press, 2003. 171 pp. $15.95. Why are the skilled tree climbers This list of climbers includes both mountaineers and rock climbers, since many (though not all) climbers engage in both types of activities. The list also includes boulderers and ice climbers. falling from trees? Who are the fruit thieves living in the Costa Rican tropical rain forest? These and other questions are explored in this captivating cap·ti·vate tr.v. cap·ti·vat·ed, cap·ti·vat·ing, cap·ti·vates 1. To attract and hold by charm, beauty, or excellence. See Synonyms at charm. 2. Archaic To capture. book that celebrates the excitement of scientific discovery. Each mystery begins with a scientist uncovering a fascinating occurrence in nature and then gathering experimental data to investigate the phenomenon. Beautifully detailed sketches depict de·pict tr.v. de·pict·ed, de·pict·ing, de·picts 1. To represent in a picture or sculpture. 2. To represent in words; describe. See Synonyms at represent. the unique features of the rain forest and its interesting characters. This book will inspire young scientists and appeal to those intrigued by a good mystery. Ages 812.--K.W.-K. |
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