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Cat

Become an eyewitness to the fascinating lives of cats from fearsome felines to pampered pets.

From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more. This essential guide explores common cat characteristics and features iconic members of the cat family – find out why male lions have manes and how stripes on a tiger’s coat help it to hunt. 

Introducing a much-loved pet alongside its wild family members in the animal kingdom. Read fascinating myths and legends of cats through history, view cat artifacts from ancient civilizations around the world, and learn how to identify domestic cat breeds as well as how to care for your pet. 

Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:

• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!
• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists
• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines
• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field

Eyewitness Cats uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover cat behavior, characteristics, big cats, domestic cat breeds, and much more along with amazing facts, infographics, and statistics to see cats as never before. 

Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!

DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field.
 
A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. 

What will you Eyewitness next?

Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur, or dive deep into the ocean with some of the most amazing sea creatures with Eyewitness Ocean.

Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more cat books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK cat books”.

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Eyewitness Arctic and Antarctic

With more than 33 million copies sold globally, introduce kids to the world's icy polar regions with the groundbreaking Eyewitness series.

The iconic Eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations, with a fresh new look, the latest photography, information and a collectible poster with facts and photographs from the book. Sold in 88 countries and 36 languages, Eyewitness consists of more than 170 titles across a diverse range of topics.

Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the Arctic and Antarctic, you can find:

- An essential guide to the North and South poles, including the amazing wildlife and habitats and indigenous peoples that live here.
- Photographs and facts about the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth on every page.
- A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" accounts from experts in the field.

Become the next polar explorer with this picture-led encyclopedia and step into the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth to explore the amazing habitats and wildlife in the North and South poles. See how polar bears endure the Arctic winter without hibernating, discover how penguins avoid frostbite in their toes, find out which explorer reached the South pole first and discover how Earth's changing climate is impacting these important environments.

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Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold millions of copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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Eyewitness Bird

Become an eyewitness to the 9,500 species of birds that live in a huge range of habitats, from deserts and rainforests to the polar ice caps.

This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the fascinating world of birds. Children can learn all about different orders of birds, take a detailed look at individual feathers and beak shapes, and explore behavior, from fish- and meat-eaters to seed- and plant-eaters.

Throughout the pages of this children's guide to birds, you can expect to find:

- A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature.
- A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.
- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.

Eyewitness Bird gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of a fascinating animal species and will encourage them to spot the incredible birds on the wing around you. Using full-color photographs of different species, feathers, beaks, bird anatomy and their nests, children can immerse themselves in the world of these feathered creatures. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to take their first flight. Discover record-breaking flights and amazing camouflage.

Explore the series!

Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

Download and Stream for Children

ABCmouse.com

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Over 3,500 interactive books, games, and puzzles await young learners (ages 2-8+) in this award-winning online curriculum. Dive in and ignite curiosity!
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Hoopla

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Dive into a digital world of entertainment with Hoopla! Instantly access a treasure trove of movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, and more, all with just your library card.
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Libby

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Libby: Your library in your pocket. Borrow eBooks and audiobooks instantly from your local library. Dive into a world of stories anytime, anywhere.
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Resources for Children

ABCMouse.com

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Reading, Math, and More — ABCmouse is the award-winning early-learning app for math, phonics, reading, and more. Designed by learning experts, your child can practice anytime.

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ABCya

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ABCya offers a variety of educational games and interactive activities designed to enhance learning and skills for children in subjects such as math, reading, and problem-solving.

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National Geographic Kids

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Watch videos, learn about animals and places, and get fun facts. Designed for kids ages 6 years and up.

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Rockcastle County Schools Website

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The Rockcastle County Schools website provides comprehensive information about the district, including updates on news, academic programs, and individual schools.

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