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Did you know that octopuses can eject ink in the shape of a ghostly octopus or detach a wiggling arm while jetting away to safety? Or that their skin can change color for camouflage? Octopuses are the subject of this latest installment of the successful Strange and Wonderful series. Covering the entire life cycle of these mysterious ocean dwellers and their anatomical details and behavioral quirks, Laurence Pringle’s investigation of octopuses is both a comprehensive and accessible introduction and resource.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 9.1 x 10.2 x 0.4
Author: Laurence Pringle
ISBN: 9781590789285
$1799
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NAV085
Division Officer's Guide, 12th edition, is a handbook for junior officers and petty officers of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard afloat, in the air, under the sea, and ashore. Originally written in 1952 by Capt. John V. Noel Jr., and last revised in 2004, the book provides division officers with basic lessons of leadership, organization, administration, training, and discipline. This volume has evolved with our rapidly changing world. Terrorism has become an international security issue, men and women now serve together superbly in all our ships at sea, and technology continues to change virtually every aspect of naval...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 8.3 x 5.5
Author: James G., Stavridis
ISBN: 9781682471722
$3895
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PDV009
Skimming before caressing tradwinds, savoring tropical landfalls, evading stormy seas - such is the image of the cruising lifestyle, but it can be so much more. Join Lin and Larry Pardey, winners of the CCA Far Horizon Award as they recount some of their most memorable adventures during more than 40 years of cruising. Learn how they planned and executed a seven-month "Champagne Safari on a Beer Budget", outfitting a 4X4 to reach remote corners of Southern Africa. Share their memories of campfire evenings with Kalahari Bushmen, life in a sculptors commune in Zimbabwe's northern reaches, and days of animal watching at waterholes far from...
Product Type : DVD
Author: Lin & Larry Pardey
ISBN: 718122916429
$2295
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SIM274
Explore the world of color with Baby Bear in this clever and adorable story now available as a Classic Board Book! Baby Bear has so much to learn about the world! From the moment he wakes until it’s time to curl up and go to sleep, he explores outside with his mama. They see green leaves, blue jays, brown trout, and—best of all—a patch of yummy red strawberries. From bestselling author-illustrator Ashley Wolff, here is a clever concept book that combines engaging and intricate linocut illustrations with a story that enthusiastically encourages children to identify a variety of vibrant colors. Young readers will delight in this...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Board Book
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 1 x 6
Author: Ashley Wolff
ISBN: 9781481415033
$899
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ASP007
Seattle - Vancouver consists of Landsat satellite imagery with overlaid map information. This image-map spans the area from Whistler in the north, Hope to the east, Cape Flattery to the west and Olympia, WA, to the south. To our knowledge, this is the only map which covers the area between Vancouver, BC, and Seattle, WA. The map detail consists of freeways, main highways and secondary highways as well as ferry routes, air ports and waterways. Most communities of a thousand or more are shown, along with prominent mountains, park boundaries and other locations of interest. The composite result is a stunningly beautify production which is...
Product Type : Poster
Dimensions (IN): 39 x 26
$2795
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PAR780
SPECIAL ORDER. MAY TAKE UP TO 4 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY Laser-cut steel, stone tumbled and finished with Squatch Metalworks proprietary distressed metal patina treatment. Clear coated with durable automotive clear-coat. Backed with a Rare Earth magnet. DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN THE USA
Product Type : Magnet
Dimensions (IN): 3 x 2.7
$1295
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NAV512
This textbook covers the basic design and operating principles of the propulsion and auxiliary systems of today's Naval forces. The topics include the main components in the propulsion and auxiliary systems for both conventional and nuclear steam propulsion, gas turbine power plants (for both ship and aircraft applications), and internal combustion engines. The book also discusses the fundamentals of pneumatic and hydraulic fluid power systems, as well as heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC&R) systems and desalination systems. Other important components covered in greater detail include pumps, valves,...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 11.25 x 8.75
Author: Matthew A. Carr
ISBN: 9781612511047
$8495
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HNA081
All aboard the dino train! Join Brachiosaurus, Triceratops, and Velociraptor on a train ride that teaches fun facts about the adorable alphabetized dinos aboard this 56-inch fold-out train (perfect for playtime or room decor)! Printed on both sides with boldly colored and hilarious dinosaur illustrations, the book includes a handy velcro clasp to keep everything snuggly shut when reading time is over. A perfect interactive primer for teaching dinosaur names and letter sounds to kids,  Dino Train   provides that colorful, educational, and toy-like experience that makes learning fun.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Board Book
Dimensions (IN): 6.13 x 8.75
Author: Christopher Robbins
ISBN: 9781641707312
$1299
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SWP061
This is the completely-updated 2nd Edition of Peggie Hall's famous book "Get Rid of Boat Odors." "The New Get Rid of Boat Odors, 2nd ed." by Peggie Hall, known by many of her fans as "The Headmistress," will teach you how to eliminate annoying odors on your boat by treating the source instead of perfuming the symptoms. It covers all aspects of marine sanitation as well as other odor-causing problems like dirty bilge areas in an easy to understand format. The focus is to instruct the reader on how to resolve odor problems, not just disguise them. In addition, there are extensive appendices providing detailed contact information on...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Peggie Hall
ISBN: 9781892399786
$2295
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SCH014
In this funny underwater picture book Plankton says hello to Mussel but Mussel doesn t say anything back Plankton tries everything to get quiet Mussel to talk In fact Plankton gets VERY pushy about it Will Mussel ever open his mouth Kids will relate to Plankton s frustration with Mussel and they will be anxious to see what happens when Mussel finally does open his mouth Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske delivers a laugh out loud ocean story and this is the perfect follow up to Barnacle is Bored Kids will love getting to know Plankton and Mussel in this laugh out loud under the sea picture book In this funny underwater picture book...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 9.5 x 9.5
Author: Jonathan Fenske
ISBN: 9781338098969
$1699
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PGN384
Do reindeer   really   pull Santa's sleigh? And why do they always seem to be running somewhere? Learn their amazing story in   Reindeer: On the Move! , a photographic nonfiction leveled reader, perfect for kids interested in the natural world! Did you know that reindeer can run up to fifty miles an hour? Or that they travel for thousands of miles every year? That's farther than any other land mammal! Just in time for the holiday season, learn all about one of the North Pole's most facinating animals -- and why they're  always  on the move! Told with simple language and shown with vivid photographs,  Reindeer: On the Move!...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Ginjer L. Clarke
ISBN: 9780593093108
$499
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SIM441
Count along with  Ten Little Fish  and watch as they disappear! Count down from ten with tactile fish buttons that will engage your child and help teach them how to count. Make reading and counting fun for everyone! Babies and toddlers will love the colorful, built-in fish counting toys. From birthdays to baby showers, this is the perfect gift to start young ones on a lifetime of loving books and reading.
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Board Book
Dimensions (IN): 9 x 7
Author: Amanda Sobotka
ISBN: 9781646432219
$1499
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IHP_SDC26D
The official, fully illustrated BIGFOOT 2026 calendar is here! Learn about what Bigfoot does for fun, what he eats, and more! Full color, detailed illustrations for each month of 2026 After looking around for a quality Bigfoot calendar and having no luck, we decided to make our own! This 2026 calendar features rich, full-color illustrations by Bigfoot expert and artist Slade Delastrode, covering every aspect of the creature's life. Learn about what Bigfoot does for fun, how he eats, how big he really is, and more.
Product Type : Calendar
$1595
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ARB013
Perhaps youve seen an otter swimming and playing at a zoo or aquarium, but do you know how do these amazing animals live in the wild? Most are found in freshwater habitats, while others make their home in coastal kelp forests or can be found feeding along rocky shores. There are many similarities between river otters and sea otters, but there are also vast differences. Explore fascinating facts about these playful, aquatic mammals, meet the species, and awe at adorable photos in this latest installment of the Compare and Contrast Book series. 2023 Children’s Book Council Children’s Favorites Award Winner
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 10
Author: Cathleen McConnell
ISBN: 9781643519784
$1095
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FCP072
Bernard the Wolf needs your help! Help Bernard sharpen his vision   by searching for his friend playing hide-and-seek deep in the ocean Over 100 hidden objects   to find in each engaging puzzle page Colorful illustrations   of adorable animals and underwater environments will both delight and challenge children Develop observation skills   by using context clues and drawing conclusions based on what you see   Bernard wears glasses, but still can't see very well. To sharpen Bernard's vision, help him find his friend, Michael the Squirrel, as he plays hide-and-seek deep down in the ocean. Also included...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Activity Book
Dimensions (IN): 7.9x11.3
Author: Agnese Baruzzi
ISBN: 9781641241021
$799
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CMP306
An invaluable aid to masters of ships for more than 30 years. Since the initial publication of the third edition in 2001, many substantive changes have occurred in both the legal and operational environments, affecting seagoing vessels and their crews. In response to these changes, this book has been completely updated and been renamed to include masters on all seagoing vessels, including oceangoing tugs. A complete guide for the newly appointed master, it is also useful to experienced masters as a checklist for the voluminous paperwork required in all phases of business aboard, including shipping articles, vessel documents and...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Hardcover
Dimensions (IN): 6 x 9
Author: Tuuli Messer, based on earlier ed. by B. Martin & J. Aragon
ISBN: 9780764360862
$5999
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PAR016
First Aid at Sea provides an easy-to-access instant guide to emergency first aid for all seafarers:Colour coded thumb index of emergencies for quick reference Concise descriptions of medical conditions with prioritized list of treatments Ring binding and waterproof pages to withstand use at sea Color illustrations throughout . "Everything a seagoing First Aid book should be: easy to use, well illustrated and free from unnecessary jargon" -Yachts and Yachting "A worthwhile investment for anyone going to sea" -Flying Fish "A 'quick-fix' guide which could be invaluable in an emergency" -Yachting World
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 9.8 x 3.1
Author: Douglas Justins, Colin Berry
ISBN: 9780939837595
$1495
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FFB147
This series of six books is for dinosaur enthusiasts and novices alike. It covers dinosaurs living in the six periods that make up the Mesozoic Age, which spanned prehistoric time 227 million years ago to 65 million years ago. Each book is an illustrated guide to 25 of the best known dinosaurs of that period. Up-to-date information accompanies the highly detailed computer-generated artworks -- big, colorful, lifelike, fill-the-page dinosaurs. The books open with an illustrated introductory spread that provides background information on the time period in which the 25 dinosaurs lived. The dinosaur spreads bear a brief introduction,...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8 x 10
Author: David West
ISBN: 9781770858411
$695
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DAW010
An owl swoops down to lay her egg in a coal yard—a dangerous spot for a fragile egg! Rescued by Walter, a bird expert with a big heart and warm shirt pocket, the egg miraculously hatches and is aptly named Coal. Thus begins the tender story of rescue, rehabilitation, and most of all, friendship. Watercolor illustrations styled in soft realism capture the connections between Coal and the people whose lives he touches. Complementing the story are additional pages of science information, literacy connections, and STEM activities. "This delightfully told true story will go in the owl section of my library. A story I won't forget." Jane...
Product Type : Book
Book Type: Paperback
Dimensions (IN): 8.5 x 11
Author: Michelle Houts
ISBN: 9781584696476
$895
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HCT062
Join the monarchs as they embark on a transcontinental journey home in this moving story about migration. As the sun dawns in Canada, a flutter of monarch butterflies take flight, ready to begin their months-long journey to their ancestral home in Mexico. The migration will not be easy, but it is necessary for the next generation of monarchs to be born. Brought to life with illustrations as vivid as the monarch's iconic orange and black hues, this story invites young readers to experience the monarch's migration from the butterflies' point of view as they search for food, huddle together through storms, and tirelessly fly south. Parents...
Product Type : Book
Dimensions (IN): 9.7 x 0.5 x 10.2"
Author: Katherine Pryor
ISBN: 9781546003137
$1899
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