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An excellent, well-explained, beautifully illustrated series compiled to provide answers to interesting questions posed by curious children regarding the hows, whens, whats and whys of a wide range of diverse subjects related to the world around them. The simplicity of language makes each audiobook of the series all the more appealing.

"Animal" is a captivating series that delves into the diverse and fascinating world of animals. Each episode explores a different class of animals, from the warm-blooded mammals and the majestic birds to the cold-blooded reptiles and amphibians, the aquatic life of fish, and the myriad of insects and arachnids. The series highlights unique adaptations, behaviors, and the critical roles these animals play in their ecosystems. It also emphasizes the importance of biodiversity and the urgent need for conservation to protect these incredible creatures and their habitats.

A Foundational Conservation Story Revived. Ancient writers observed that forests always recede as civilizations develop and grow. The great Roman poet Ovid wrote that before civilization began, “even the pine tree stood on its own very hills” but when civilization took over, “the mountain...

Jeden Dienstag präsentiert Steffi Landerer die wahre Geschichte von Hunden, die Helden waren. Hunde, die Menschen gerettet haben, Hunde die Unglaubliches geleistet haben und sogar Hunde, die ins Weltall geflogen sind.

"Epic and engrossing." —The New York Times Book Review From the #1 New York Times bestselling author and pioneering journalist, an expansive look at how history has been shaped by humanity’s appetite for food, farmland, and the money behind it all—and how a better future is within reach...

America's highest military award, the Congressional Medal of Honor, was awarded to 440 deserving members of the "Greatest Generation" that served in World War II. But in 1943, before the war was even over, Allied leaders realized they needed another kind of award to recognize a different kind of World War II hero - animal heroes. Founded in 1943, the prestigious PDSA Dickin Medal is the highest award an animal can achieve for gallantry and bravery in the field of military conflict. It was given to 55 animals who served valiantly alongside the members of the Greatest Generation.

The Animal Nerd Podcast brings you a brand new true story every single week, shedding light on the world’s most incredible animals past and present and the people who dedicate their lives to helping them. Sharing stories that range from beautiful and inspiring to lighthearted and funny, and sometimes downright heartbreaking. If you love animals, learning, history, conservation, or just listening to a good story, this is the podcast for you! New episodes come out every single Tuesday.

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Animal Education Podcast - Animal Facts and Resources

Fifty-six million years ago, the earliest equid walked the earth-and beginning with the first-known horse-keepers of the Copper Age, the horse has played an integral part in human history. Combining fascinating anthropological detail and incisive personal anecdotes, Susanna Forrest draws from an immense range of archival documents as well as literature and art to illustrate how our evolution has coincided with that of horses.

A fascinating, entertaining dive into the long-standing relationship between humans and insects, revealing the surprising ways we depend on these tiny, six-legged creatures. Insects might make us shudder in disgust, but they are also responsible for many of the things we take for granted in our...

A BOOK THAT CHANGED AMERICA... Ernest Thompson Seton was an influential naturalist, and a sometime professional hunter and trapper. Much of this book speaks to the contradictions between these roles. In November 2008, both the PBS series, "Nature," and the BBC series, "Natural World," presented episodes called "The Wolf That Changed America," about Seton, focused in particular on the first story in this book: "Lobo, King of the Currumpaw." Their contention was that his experiences in the capture of Lobo made him the outspoken and controversial activist for wildlife preservation he became. From...

Without our domesticated plants and animals, human civilization as we know it would not exist. We would still be living at subsistence level as hunter-gatherers if not for domestication. It is no accident that the cradle of civilization - the Middle East - is where sheep, goats, pigs, cattle, and cats commenced their fatefully intimate associations with humans.

La storia dell'agricoltura è la storia dell'umanità nella sua relazione con la terra, la natura, le piante e gli animali.Il podcast racconta questa storia millenaria e affascinante attraverso le tappe della domesticazione delle piante e degli animali

Conmovedoras, hermosas y profundamente emotivas. Inspiradas en películas como Hachiko o Bamby, las historias de MiniEspín tienen una potente narración que conecta con el corazón de todos los que amamos a los animales. Al final de cada capítulo, sentirás un renovado compromiso por hacer del mundo un lugar mejor para los animales.

你好！Whether you're saying 'nihao' for the first time or debating China's tech trends in Mandarin – welcome to Chinese Around You, where language meets living culture! As a TESOL educator & CATTI-certified translator with 10,000+ teaching hours, I’ve seen learners struggle with two things: 1️⃣ Finding materials that grow with their level (from HSK1 beginners to HSK6+ advanced learners) 2️⃣ Understanding the ‘why’ behind Chinese habits– not just the language, but the culture that shapes it That’s why every episode gives you: ✅ Multi-level nuggets: HSK words ...

The article discusses the history and cultural significance of pet cemeteries, focusing on the world's first urban pet cemetery in London's Hyde Park. The article highlights how the establishment of this cemetery represented a revolutionary shift in the way society viewed and honored the relationship between humans and their animal companions. It examines the evolution of pet ownership in the 19th century, the rise of pet cemeteries around the world, and the varying cultural and religious attitudes towards animal burials. The article also explores the diverse and personal ways in which people ...

Looking for some inspiration in your podcast library? Tune in and be inspired by heroes all around you - even the four legged ones. Join us to hear their stories and celebrate their bravery.

Once upon a time, the Earth was a planet vastly different from what it is today, hosting enormous and magnificent creatures roaming its vast plains. The reptiles we know today as "dinosaurs" evolved initially about 230 million years ago as a subgroup of reptiles and ruled this planet for roughly 160 million years until approximately 66 million years ago. For comparison, just 500,000 years ago, we humans did not exist. 10 million years ago, hominins such as Homo habilis or Australopithecus, that is, humanoids, did not even exist! 55 million years ago, there wasn't a single large-brained mammal ...

*Agenda Chilango* es un espacio dinámico y divertido sobre los mejores planes que hay en CDMX. Aquí hablaremos de *entretenimiento,* lo que está sonando fuerte en México y el mundo: *¿Qué hacer en CDMX?,* las mejores alternativas para los próximos días. *Actividades para toda la familia.Cultura,* recomendaciones de artes escénicas y visuales. *Cine y TV* ; *Música,* con los mejores conciertos y recomendaciones. *¿Qué comer?,* porque a todxs lxs chilangxs nos encanta la gastronomía —y una que otra copita—. *Lo curioso,* con grandes datos de CDMX para romper el hielo en ...