Explore The Ice Age

Author : Cindy Blobaum
Publisher : Nomad Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781619305793

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Explore The Ice Age! by Cindy Blobaum Pdf

Brrr…does it feel cold? Get out your gloves and get ready to experience the Ice Age! In Explore the Ice Age! with 25 Projects, readers ages 7-10 discover what an ice age consists of, why we have them, and what effect an ice age has on living organisms and ecosystems, paying particular attention to the most recent Ice Age, which is the only one humans were around to witness. About 12,000 years ago, glaciers up to 2 miles tall covered up to one-third of Earth’s land! Explore how these moving mountains of ice changed almost everything on Earth, including shorelines, weather, plants, animals and human activities, migration, and more. Learn the science and techniques of archeological and paleontological digs to understand how we know so much about a time that happened before recorded history. Science-minded activities lead readers to discover what a world covered in ice means for the earth’s crust, its atmosphere, and what happens when the planet begins to warm and the ice melts. Projects include creating mini glaciers to move mountains and create beaches and recreating the lifestyles of Paleolithic people to discover what they ate, how they hunted, how they made tools and clothes and their history in art. Don’t wait for the next ice age to get started! Cartoon illustrations, fun facts, and a compelling narrative make Explore the Ice Age! an essential part of any STEM library.

Author : Christopher Maynard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Glacial epoch
ISBN : 0330255541

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Exploring the Great Ice Age by Christopher Maynard Pdf

A book about the ice age.

Author : Dougal Dixon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : PAPERBACK COLLECTION.
ISBN : OCLC:243701855

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Ice Age Explorer by Dougal Dixon Pdf

Author : Doug Macdougall
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 283 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520954946

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Frozen Earth by Doug Macdougall Pdf

In this engrossing and accessible book, Doug Macdougall explores the causes and effects of ice ages that have gripped our planet throughout its history, from the earliest known glaciation—nearly three billion years ago—to the present. Following the development of scientific ideas about these dramatic events, Macdougall traces the lives of many of the brilliant and intriguing characters who have contributed to the evolving understanding of how ice ages come about. As it explains how the great Pleistocene Ice Age has shaped the earth's landscape and influenced the course of human evolution, Frozen Earth also provides a fascinating look at how science is done, how the excitement of discovery drives scientists to explore and investigate, and how timing and chance play a part in the acceptance of new scientific ideas. Macdougall describes the awesome power of cataclysmic floods that marked the melting of the glaciers of the Pleistocene Ice Age. He probes the chilling evidence for "Snowball Earth," an episode far back in the earth's past that may have seen our planet encased in ice from pole to pole. He discusses the accumulating evidence from deep-sea sediment cores, as well as ice cores from Greenland and the Antarctic, that suggests fast-changing ice age climates may have directly impacted the evolution of our species and the course of human migration and civilization. Frozen Earth also chronicles how the concept of the ice age has gripped the imagination of scientists for almost two centuries. It offers an absorbing consideration of how current studies of Pleistocene climate may help us understand earth's future climate changes, including the question of when the next glacial interval will occur.

Author : Peter L. Storck
Publisher : UBC Press
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2011-11-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780774841276

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Journey to the Ice Age by Peter L. Storck Pdf

At the end of the Ice Age, small groups of hunter-gatherers crossed from Siberia to Alaska and began the last chapter in the human settlement of the earth. Many left little or no trace. But one group, the Early Paleo-Indians, exploded onto the archaeological record about 11,500 radiocarbon years ago and expanded rapidly throughout North America, sending splinter groups into Central and perhaps South America as well. Journey to the Ice Age explores the challenges faced by the Early Paleo-Indians of northeastern North America. A revealing, autobiographical account, this is at once a captivating record of Storck's discoveries and an introduction to the practice, challenges, and spirit of archaeology.

Author : Brian Fagan
Publisher : Basic Books
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781541618572

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The Little Ice Age by Brian Fagan Pdf

Only in the last decade have climatologists developed an accurate picture of yearly climate conditions in historical times. This development confirmed a long-standing suspicion: that the world endured a 500-year cold snap -- The Little Ice Age -- that lasted roughly from A.D. 1300 until 1850. The Little Ice Age tells the story of the turbulent, unpredictable and often very cold years of modern European history, how climate altered historical events, and what they mean in the context of today's global warming. With its basis in cutting-edge science, The Little Ice Age offers a new perspective on familiar events. Renowned archaeologist Brian Fagan shows how the increasing cold affected Norse exploration; how changing sea temperatures caused English and Basque fishermen to follow vast shoals of cod all the way to the New World; how a generations-long subsistence crisis in France contributed to social disintegration and ultimately revolution; and how English efforts to improve farm productivity in the face of a deteriorating climate helped pave the way for the Industrial Revolution and hence for global warming. This is a fascinating, original book for anyone interested in history, climate, or the new subject of how they interact.

Author : Bruce Norman Bjornstad
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030530433

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Ice Age Floodscapes of the Pacific Northwest by Bruce Norman Bjornstad Pdf

This heavily illustrated book contains descriptions and geologic interpretations of photographs (mostly aerial) illustrating the power and magnitude of repeated Ice Age flooding in the Pacific Northwest, as recently as 14,000 years ago. The scale of Ice Age floods was so huge that today it is often difficult to see and appreciate the power and magnitude of such megafloods from ground level. However, from the air, landforms created by the floods often come into clear focus. Aerial images, obtained via unmanned aerial vehicle (drone) as well as fixed-wing airplane, add a new perspective on evidence gathered by dozens of scientists since 1923.

Author : Nico Medina,Who HQ
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2017-10-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780399543906

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What Was the Ice Age? by Nico Medina,Who HQ Pdf

A mesmerizing overview of the world as it was when glaciers covered the earth and long-extinct creatures like the woolly mammoths and saber-toothed cats battled to survive. Go back 20,000 years ago to a time of much colder global temperatures when glaciers and extensive sheets of ice covered much of our planet. As these sheets traveled, they caused enormous changes in the Earth's landscape and climate, leading to the evolution of creatures such as giant armadillos, saber-toothed cats, and woolly mammoths as well as club-wielding Neanderthals and later the cleverer modern humans. Nico Medina re-creates this harsh ancient world in a vivid and easy-to-read narrative.

Author : John Soennichsen
Publisher : The Mountaineers Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012-02-21
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781594854842

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Washington's Channeled Scablands Guide by John Soennichsen Pdf

CLICK HERE to download the intro and section on exploring "Lower Crab Creek" from Washington Channeled Scablands Explore Washington's canyons of Ice Age wonders -- great trails, stunning scenery, and amazing history * Comprehensive guide to a fascinating region rich with history and recreational access to camping, hiking, fishing, and more * The Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail was designated by the National Park Service in 2009. Once completed, the Trail will connect interpretive facilities, signage, and other tourism activities * Features regional maps and photos Often overlooked by those cruising on the highway to Spokane or the Tri-Cities area, more than 2,000 square miles of terrain in eastern Washington are home to a striking collection of sharp-edged coulees slicing through a crust of basalt. In this stunning landscape, deep lakes fill the depths of dramatic gorges flanked by steep walls of towering rock columns, labyrinthine channels, and wide tracts of scabby rock that give the region its name -- geologically, no other region in the world contains features like those found in the Channeled Scablands. Where-to guidebook and travel narrative come together in the Washington's Channeled Scablands Guide to offer a comprehensive and intimately knowledgeable tour of this one-of-a-kind region. Local writer and historian John Soennichsen is your guide to fascinating lore; snapshots of the unique towns connected by this singular landscape; descriptions of the unique geology; advice on how to explore whether by auto, horseback, canoe, bike, or on foot; and essential info like where to fuel up and stop for dinner. Take the family to scenic camping and fishing in Coffeepot Lake, and read out loud the legend of Old West outlaw Harry Tracey as you cruise along on a "Back Roads Auto Tour." Lace up your boots for a cross-country hike in the Juniper Dunes Wilderness Area or up Badger Mountain Trail. Explore the unearthly crater-like formations in the Telford-Crab Creek Tract, or set up with your camera for a stunning sunrise over Palouse Falls. Whether you're a boater looking for new waterways to explore, a naturalist interested in unique ecosystems, or just a curious traveler -- if you're seeking adventure and intrigue just a little off the beaten path, you'll find the keys to a whole new world of exploration with Washington's Channeled Scablands Guide.

Author : Buddy Davis,Kay Davis
Publisher : New Leaf Publishing Group
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781614584353

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Buddy Davis' Cool Critters of the Ice Age by Buddy Davis,Kay Davis Pdf

An exciting Ice Age animal exploration led by popular adventurer Buddy Davis! Discover elk with antlers over 12 feet long, rhino-like animals that ate plants, “monster birds” that called North & South America home, and more! Learn about glaciers, land bridges, how much of the world was covered in ice! Read about how and why the Ice Age happened, and what the Bible reveals!

Author : Patricia Lauber
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Glacial epoch
ISBN : UCAL:B4099910

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All about the Ice Age by Patricia Lauber Pdf

Scientists study glaciers and glacial history trying to discover why the ice ages happened, and when they might come again.

Author : Ian M. Lange
Publisher : Mountain Press Publishing
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0878424032

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Ice Age Mammals of North America by Ian M. Lange Pdf

Colourfully illustrated descriptions of strange and marvelous beasts form the heart of Ice Age Mammals of North America. You'll learn about the geologic events that led to the ice ages, along with possible causes for the mass extinctions of so many species. Fun sidebars explore such topics as the enormous size of some Ice Age animals and how DNA analysis is revolutionizing our knowledge of them. You'll even discover sites where you can view remains of these fascinating creatures today.

Author : E.C. Pielou
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226668093

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After the Ice Age by E.C. Pielou Pdf

The fascinating story of how a harsh terrain that resembled modern Antarctica has been transformed gradually into the forests, grasslands, and wetlands we know today.

Author : Paul G. Bahn,Paul G.. Bahn,Jean Vertut
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 0520213068

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Journey Through the Ice Age by Paul G. Bahn,Paul G.. Bahn,Jean Vertut Pdf

Some of the oldest art in the world is the subject of this riveting and beautiful book. Paul Bahn and Jean Vertut explore carved objects and wall art discoveries from the Ice Age, covering the period from 300,000 B.P. to 10,000 B.P., and their collaboration marks a signal event for archaeologists and lay readers alike. Utilizing the most modern analytical techniques in archaeology, Bahn presents new accounts of Russian caves only recently opened to foreign specialists; the latest discoveries from China and Brazil; European cave finds at Cosquer, Chauvet, and Covaciella; and the recently discovered sites in Australia. He also studies sites in Africa, India, and the Far East. Included are the only photographic images of many caves that are now closed to protect their fragile environments. A separate chapter in the book examines art fakes and forgeries and relates how such deceptions have been exposed. The beliefs and preoccupations of Paleolithic peoples resonate throughout this book: the importance of the hunt and the magic and shamanism surrounding it, the recording of the seasons, the rituals of sex and fertility, the cosmology and associated myths. Yet enigmas and mysteries emerge as well, particularly as new analytical techniques raise new questions and cast doubt on our earlier suppositions. A comprehensive, up-to-date analysis of all that has been discovered about Ice Age art, Bahn and Vertut's book offers a visually rich link with the past.

Author : Richard Evelyn Byrd
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1930
Category : Antarctica
ISBN : OCLC:156425650

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Exploring the Ice Age in Antarctica by Richard Evelyn Byrd Pdf