Lift to Learn: Planet Earth
Get ready for an exciting journey around--and deep inside--our amazing planet with Lift to Learn: Planet Earth. This vibrant and interactive nonfiction book invites curious young minds to uncover the fascinating science behind Earth's natural wonders. With giant flaps to lift and colorful illustrations on every page, children will explore everything from the fiery core beneath the Earth's surface to the swirling patterns of our atmosphere. Perfect for children ages 3 years and up, this hands-on introduction to Earth science makes complex ideas easy to understand and fun to learn. Each flap reveals eye-catching cross-sections, fun facts, and simple explanations about weather systems, natural disasters, landforms, the water cycle, and more. Whether discovering how volcanoes erupt, why it rains, or what tectonic plates do, young readers will love learning how our planet works. Combining rich artwork with STEM-aligned content, Lift to Learn: Planet Earth supports early science learning, encourages critical thinking, and fosters an early appreciation for our environment and the forces that shape it.
Curiosity Club: Natural World
The Ultimate Nature Facts Book for Kids Ages 5 and Up Get ready to explore the amazing planet we call home! Curiosity Club: Natural World is packed with over 250 fascinating facts and 100+ vibrant illustrations that introduce young readers to the wonders of Earth--its wild landscapes, incredible weather, powerful forces, and the unique plants and animals that inhabit it. Kids will discover how earthquakes are measured, which river flows the longest, and why some fungi glow in the dark. From the icy Arctic tundra and sweltering deserts to lush rainforests and mysterious caves, this engaging nonfiction book takes children on an exciting journey through the natural world. Perfect for curious minds, future scientists, and nature lovers, this educational and beautifully illustrated guide is a fun and accessible introduction to geography, earth science, and the environment. Book Features: Over 250 amazing facts about nature--covering Earth's landscapes, weather, ecosystems, and more. 100+ full-color illustrations--gorgeous visuals that help kids understand and visualize natural phenomena. Covers a wide range of topics--including geology, biology, climate, plant life, and natural wonders. Boosts STEM learning--a great resource for early science education, classrooms, and homeschool settings. Whether your child is fascinated by volcanoes, curious about the deep sea, or eager to understand the forces of nature, Curiosity Club: Natural World is the perfect companion for their learning journey.
Finding Home
Beautiful, non-fiction storytelling pairs with stunning illustrations in this nonfiction book about habitats, perfect for animal lovers everywhere. From polar bear dens deep beneath the Arctic snow to eagle's treetop nests as big as cars, marvel at twenty amazing animal homes of all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Finding Home features breathtaking full-color illustrations alongside an engaging entry into the science of habitats. This second book by internationally bestselling pair Mike Unwin and Jenni Desmond is a celebration of animals and their drive to survive no matter the odds--finding shelter in every nook and cranny on Earth, from the obvious to the unusual.
Five Wee Puteketeke
Everything you need to know about the famous Puteketeke, Aotearoa New Zealand's Bird of the Century! This charming children's picture book tells the story of Puteketeke. Previously unknown to most people, it was thrust into the spotlight when it won the 'Bird of the Century' competition held by Forest & Bird in 2023. Most people expected the kiwi or k?k?po to win but the competition took on a life of its own when US TV host, John Oliver, campaigned for the Puteketeke to win. He loved them, called them 'weird puking birds' and built enormous puppets to celebrate them. He helped inspire 300,000 people in almost 200 countries around the world to vote for his favourite bird! Puteketeke are a threatened species found in high country lakes across the South Island and they are in trouble, due to predators such as ferrets, which take their chicks. Nicola Toki, CEO of Forest & Bird, has based her story on the classic rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', cleverly weaving in all the key facts and subtle conservation messages. Combined with gorgeous illustrations by Jo Pearson, this is a classic to enjoy for years to come.
Mother Hen and Her Twelve Chicks
Mother Hen is one of many hens that lives on Farmer John and Mrs John's farm. After weeks of waiting Mother Hen finally hatched her twelve lovely chicks. Mother Hen is very protective, and sees it as her duty to keep them safe from predators like mongoose, hawks and foxes. Let's read and find out how Mother Hen protects her chicks with the help of farmer John, his family and neighbours.
History Smashers
Myths! Lies! Recycling scams? Discover the real story behind the first Earth Day celebration and some of the biggest US climate catastrophes--and their solutions! Don't miss the award-winning History Smashers series as they get to the truth on the biggest environmental fibs! In April 1970, twenty million people grabbed their rakes, gloves, and recycling bins to celebrate the first Earth Day. Since that environmental kickoff, nature has never been in better shape. RIGHT? WRONG! The real deal is a bit muddier than that. It's true that the first Earth Day encouraged people around the globe to clean up their act when it came to the environment. But activists have been working for centuries to save the planet! Native people across the world developed sustainable farming practices, women in eighteenth-century India stood up to protect trees, and amateur scientist Eunice Foote discovered the science behind global warming all the way back in the 1850s! Join the History Smashers team to bust history's biggest misconceptions and figure out what in the world really went down before (and after!) the first Earth Day--and how you can join the fight to protect the environment. Ready to bust new myths? Check out more titles in the History Smashers series: The Mayflower - Plagues & Pandemics - The Titanic - The Underground Railroad - The Salem Witch Trials
Curiosity Club: Animals
What makes marsupials special? What lives at the bottom of the ocean? And how did Giant Pandas get their name? Discover everything there is to know about the world's most exciting wildlife in this fact-filled guide to the animal kingdom. Featuring over 100 stunning illustrations and fascinating trivia to spark your child's curiosity, budding zoologists will love learning about rainforest favorites, desert-dwellers, and everything in-between.
Curiosity Club: Dinosaurs
The Ultimate Dinosaur Book for Kids Ages 5 and Up Step into the prehistoric past and discover a world ruled by giants! Curiosity Club: Dinosaurs is a fact-packed, visually stunning guide to Earth's most fascinating prehistoric creatures--featuring over 250 mind-blowing dinosaur facts and 100+ detailed illustrations that bring ancient history roaring to life. Ever wondered which dinosaur was as long as a truck? Or why stegosauruses had plates along their backs? Curious about how big a T. rex's tooth really was? From terrifying predators and towering plant-eaters to sea-dwelling giants and flying reptiles, this book covers it all in a fun and accessible way. Perfect for kids who love dinosaurs, fossils, and natural history, this nonfiction book makes learning exciting with bite-sized facts and eye-catching visuals that spark imagination and fuel curiosity. Book Features: Over 250 incredible dinosaur facts--covering all your child's favorite prehistoric creatures. 100+ full-color illustrations--realistic and vibrant artwork that brings the Mesozoic Era to life. Includes land, sea, and air reptiles--from raptors and sauropods to pterosaurs and plesiosaurs. Supports STEM and early science learning--ideal for kids interested in paleontology, evolution, and Earth's history. Whether your child is obsessed with T. rex, curious about triceratops, or fascinated by fossils, Curiosity Club: Dinosaurs is the ultimate dinosaur book for young readers.
The Chicago White Sox
A revised Team Spirit Baseball edition featuring the Chicago White Sox that chronicles the history and accomplishments of the team. The Team Spirit series paints an engaging, detailed yet accessible picture of professional sports teams. By focusing on the history, great victories and memorable personalities, the books have an enduring quality that will not go out of date quickly. The text is enhanced with plenty of full color photographs as well as reproductions of vintage trading cards and team memorabilia. Once you have the books, be sure to check out the new EXTRA INNINGS website to go along with the reading material! This site will be continuously updated with all new information on every baseball team - the perfect source for up-to-date statistics and player information for young sports fans. Each website includes: - Achievement Updates, More Go-To Guys, More Fun Facts, League Leaders, and more!
My Little Golden Book about Giraffes
Learn all about giraffes--the tallest land animals on Earth! This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with beautiful illustrations and amazing facts your little one will love. Learn all about giraffes--the tallest land animals on Earth! Preschoolers will enjoy discovering that baby giraffes are six feet tall at birth, their spotted patterns make every giraffe unique, and so much more. With colorful illustrations on each page, this Little Golden Book will help nuture their love of wildlife as they get to know these graceful giants!
The Cincinnati Reds
A revised Team Spirit Baseball edition featuring the Cincinnati Reds that chronicles the history and accomplishments of the team. The Team Spirit series paints an engaging, detailed yet accessible picture of professional sports teams. By focusing on the history, great victories and memorable personalities, the books have an enduring quality that will not go out of date quickly. The text is enhanced with plenty of full color photographs as well as reproductions of vintage trading cards and team memorabilia. Once you have the books, be sure to check out the new EXTRA INNINGS website to go along with the reading material! This site will be continuously updated with all new information on every baseball team - the perfect source for up-to-date statistics and player information for young sports fans. Each website includes: - Achievement Updates, More Go-To Guys, More Fun Facts, League Leaders, and more!
Chick, Chick, Chick, Chick, Chicken!
What better way to spend a sunny day than a visit to Grandpa's chickens--and a peek at some baby chicks just as they hatch? When Julie and her little brother Bob visit Grandpa on a beautiful day, they're in for a treat: a yard full of chickens! Grandpa introduces them--a white, fluffy Puffball called Lulu, a tan-colored Orpington called Lola, a strutting rooster named Marvin, even Lottie, who's sitting on eggs just about hatch into adorable yellow chicks. In a simple, inviting narrative, acclaimed author Vivian French ushers children into a perennially popular barnyard sight, while smaller text offers details about different types of chickens, their various features, what kind of environment they like best, what they eat, how they lay their eggs, and more. Clear, cozy illustrations by Nanette Regan add to the charm, making Grandpa's house a place young readers will be eager to visit again.
Stuck! the Story of La Brea Tar Pits
A one-of-a-kind STEM gem! Join fellow science lovers in this creative, non-fiction, poetical exploration surrounding the history and little-known origins of the ice age and La Brea Tar Pits.Nominee, 2025-2026 Keystone to Reading Elementary Book Awards, Intermediate List"Uglow's rhythmic text traverses thousands of years as it tells the prehistoric tale of many fossils coming to exist in Los Angeles's La Brea Tar Pits....Milovanova's free-form illustrations include markings that seem scratched into each page's coloring--an apt approach given scientists' work to peer beneath the pits' surface in search of the region's prehistory."--Publishers Weekly"Playful language and masterful illustrations make for a compelling read instead of a dry scientific tale...This stirring story and its dynamic illustrations may manage to enthrall even the least nature-focused kiddo."--The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"Uglow invites readers to marvel at the amazing bulk and diversity of the well-preserved lode"--BooklistFor tens of thousands of years, animals and plants fell into the natural trap of what we now call La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles, California. Millions of fossils, from hundreds of species, have been collected in this one unique site. Author Joyce Uglow's lyrical lines and Valerya Milovanova's evocative illustrations guide readers into an entire ecosystem of plants and animals--stuck!An author's note at the end provides additional historical and scientific details. Additional backmatter includes a timeline, a glossary, and a "Who's Stuck?" list.More Accolades: "Unearthed! Uncovered! Unstuck! With its engaging storytelling, illustrations and backmatter, this book is an excellent resource for both learning and leisure. Highly recommended." --Nadia Ali, children's book author"This is an amazing story that was so informative and amazing. I knew nothing about all the various species of animals stuck in the pits but also the history and the fact that they are still trapping animals. It is a must for any classroom." --Deb Buschman, children's book author and SCBWI Wisconsin Regional Advisor"Using lyrical, minimal text and extensive science details, interactive animal dynamics come alive. A recurring theme is the hope of escape, portrayed by a dragonfly, hinted at in early pages but celebrated on the final double spread. Back matter provides clarity about the timing and processes, with examples of fossil types and further text/timeline. The enticement is priceless, and the payoff does not disappoint." --Sandy Brehl, children's book author and blogger at Unpacking Picture Book Power"Joyce Uglow's skilled poetic style weaves its way through the entire story. The back matter, including the glossary, makes it a great fit for classrooms and libraries. A perfect gift for anyone who treasures a beautifully composed book and enjoys learning history in a straightforward, uncomplicated way." --Kathy Groth, children's book author"This book will excite children with its fascinating story and thrill teachers with its beautiful language." --Kelly Flanagan, children's book author"A fascinating story of a unique geographical location! It's written in such an engaging way and chock full of interesting information. Every library needs this book!" --Cynthia Mackey, children's book author"The back matter is extensive and so interesting, from scientific findings to charts to amazing details for curious readers. I recommend this book for science classrooms and all classrooms and libraries. Young readers will be intrigued!" --Lori Dubbin, children's book author"The repetition of Joyce Uglow's words plus the engaging illustrations by Valerya Milovanova make this book one that children will enjoy reading over and over, as they get to learn about terms like climate change, fossils, ecosystems, paleontologists, among others. I highly recommend for homes, libraries, and schools." --Mariana R穩
Poo Pile on the Prairie
A Junior Library Guild Selection Get the scoop on bison poop and the tiny ecosystem it creates in this new book in an illuminating nonfiction picture book series that explores how even the smallest habitats play big roles in nature. Behold! The majestic bison of the Great Plains! Hear them thunder across the prairie! Watch them mow down miles of meadows! See them...poo. Did you know that entire tiny habitats can form on a pile of poo? In the prairies of North America, bison roam the land, and their poo becomes an important building block for diverse prairie ecosystems. It fertilizes the soil, spreads seeds, and houses and feeds hundreds of tiny grassland species, which in turn feed birds and small mammals, which then attract bigger animals, and the cycle goes on! With snappy, funny text and lush illustrations, this book invites curious readers to explore a tiny ecosystem that's truly abuzz with life.
Germs and Your Health
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Endangered Animals
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Birds Near My Home in the City by the Sea
Through fun rhyming poems, local facts, and illustrations, Birds Near My Home in the City by the Sea is a quirky picture book for all ages that celebrates the unique personalities, sounds, and endearing qualities of nine wild bird species that call Seattle home. Inspired by the joy that birds as diverse as bald eagles, seagulls, and hummingbirds can be observed from her West Seattle backyard - and motivated to protect their habitat and coexistence in an increasingly urban landscape - author and illustrator Lori Kothe has created a new way to appreciate our wild bird neighbors and raise a voice to save their sounds we love.This book is a perfect gift for bird lovers, nature lovers, art lovers, science educators, story time, Backyard Bird Count and nature events, learning about environmental conservation and urban wildlife, and enjoying the personalities and stories of commonly observed birds in the Pacific Northwest and other coastal cities. Birds featured in the book include Bald Eagle, Glaucous-Winged Gull, Great Horned Owl, Great Blue Heron, Steller's Jay, Peregrine Falcon, Crow, Anna's Hummingbird, and Canada Goose. Each bird page includes a fun rhyming poem about the bird, amazing trivia and facts, and a resource link to explore and learn more, including wa.audubon.org, eopugetsound.org, paws.org, heronhelpers.org, sarveywildlife.org, allaboutbirds.org, urbanraptorconservancy.org, uwb.edu/visitors/crows, and birdsconnectsea.org. A wildlife habitat at home checklist encourages us all to help make a better home for wild birds where we live. It's sure to become a family favorite and bring a smile as readers discover their bird neighbors through a lens of humor and newfound understanding.
Salmon Run
A Junior Library Guild Gold Selection★ "The art is a wonder in both style and effectiveness. . . This is an exemplary use of illustrations to convey the biological processes that are often unseeable to humans. R*" - Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksAn exquisitely presented account of the life cycle of a Pacific salmon that is sure to entice young naturalists with its accessible design and inviting and informative text She begins as a tiny orange egg . . . smaller than a pea! Salmon Run follows a Pacific coho salmon as she begins her journey in the freshwater rivers of Washington State, travels to the vast Pacific Ocean, and finally returns to the place of her birth to spawn and begin the cycle of life once again.During this arduous adventure that spans hundreds of miles, she will grow and change through five distinct stages of life: egg, alevin, fry, smolt, and adult. From river to estuary to ocean, she will hide from predators, search for food, and encounter a range of marine environments.With a careful balance of scientific accuracy and luminous illustrations, Salmon Run invites young readers to explore the remarkable life of this keystone species in the North Pacific ecosystem--and the magic of its journey home.
Sun Bird
This narrative nonfiction picture book by the creator of the acclaimed Sea Bear and Yoshi and the Ocean celebrates the awe-inspiring 18,000-mile migration of one of Earth's most amazing animals--the Arctic tern. Features a map and extensive back matter.With bodies home to hollow bones and weighing about the same as a handful of sand, Arctic terns are designed for flight. And fly they do. These remarkable animals migrate an astonishing 18,000 miles--from pole to pole and back again--each year. Along the way they encounter danger, weather, other migratory animals, and a wide range of ecosystems and habitats. Because they chase the sun, ornithologists speculate that the Arctic tern enjoys more hours of daylight than any other animal on Earth.As she did in her acclaimed picture books Sea Bear and Yoshi and the Ocean, Lindsay Moore combines a poetic, highly readable, science-rich text with gorgeously rendered watercolor paintings. Readers will be swept away by the beautiful and graceful terns, the spectacular landscapes and seascapes they traverse, the sheer magnitude of their journey, and the awesome mysteries of nature. A terrific choice for schools, for science and language arts curriculums, and for family sharing. Includes extensive back matter.
We Are Stardust - A Science Story
The Universe whispers its secrets in the twinkle of stars, in the rustle of leaves, in the beat of your heart.Discover how you are part of the Universe's dance and let your imagination take flight among the stars. Help your child to discover the amazing secret that everything-from them to the trees to the tiniest bug-is made of stardust!We Are Stardust is a beautiful and poignant science story that will fill readers with wonder and awe, with inspirational illustrations by Julia Seal.
The Wizard's Guide to Magical Experiments
Welcome to the Touchwood Academy of Magical Thinking, where magical abilities are a must . . . With this fun gift-ready package from the creator of the bestselling Ology books, A.J. Wood, kids will discover the thrill of the real-life magic of chemistry with hands-on experiments. As a "First Class Wizard," Wood guides wizards-in-training through dozens of magic tricks and spells that are actually wow-inducing age-appropriate science experiments. Mini-booklets and fold-out activities on every page add to the excitement and discovery. Experiments in this book: Make Water Bend - Move Water to Your Command - Make Your Own Magic Bugs Walk on Water - Rainbow Eggs - Magic Color Wheel - Make a Magical Ice Tower - Stop Water from Freezing - Send a Magic Message - Oil Fireworks - Liquid Layers - Air Is There - Make Money Talk - Watch Water Rise - Make Your Own Exothermic Energy - Make Endothermic Ice Cream - Make a Magic Lava Lamp - Make a Message in Crystal Ink - Make Your Own Stalactite - Make a Salt Crystal - Make a Sugar Crystal - Make a Color Changing Potion - Make Invisible Ink - Make an Eggshell Disappear - Make a Rubber Bone - Dancing Popcorn - Make Your Own Compounds - Flour Glue Cauldron - Pop a Balloon by Magic - Make a Reaction Rocket - Moon Batter - Reaction Bread - Magic Lemonade - Crystal Lollipop ... and more! At the end of the book, children will earn a certificate that grants them the title of Novice Wizard. Children will enjoy investigating what is the world made of? experiments with water magical matter magical mixtures the importance of energy experiments with air experiments with salt the magic of crystals the acid test experiments with vinegar reactions and transformations kitchen alchemy Shall we begin?
The Forgotten Teachers
Interweaving science and storytelling, spirituality and art, a neuroscientist and an artist guide us toward a deeper understanding of how radically interconnected all of life is. A Kirkus Reviews Fall Preview selection!Selected for The New Yorker Holiday Gift Guide! Starting from science, while reaching for spiritual truth, The Forgotten Teachers charts the evolution of life on Earth under the mentorship of six teachers: Ocean, Air, Theia (through collision with this planet, Earth was set on its tilt), Sun, Plants, and Symbionts. Ideas from the field of evolutionary biology, accompanied by watercolor illustrations, guide this factual yet mytho-poetic exploration of life. Motivated by their shared concern over the severance of science from the sacred, and humans from their place within nature, Isett and Bi癟en set out to write a scientific wonder story for our times--to enchant readers with the strangeness and beauty of evolutionary biology, while reintegrating us into the natural world. As Rachel Carson did in her time and as Wendell Berry has done as a poet and essayist across the years, Isett writes with precision and urgency to remind us that we participate in a story that is far larger than ourselves, and that to see ourselves more truly would be to see the many ways in which we belong to the molecules and mysteries of the living world.
Kumon Grade 1 Set (3 Workbooks) Addition, Subtraction, Word Problems
This set of three Grade 1 Kumon workbooks includes the following complete workbooks: Addition covering the following topics: -Counting, reading, writing, and ordering numbers to 120. -Understanding the whole number system -Addition sums beyond 30 -Patterns & sequencing Word Problems covering the following topics: -Word Problems using Addition -Word Problems using Subtraction -Word Problems using Ordinal Numbers Subtraction covering the following topics: -Counting, reading & writing numbers to 100 -Addition review -Two-digit minus two-digit subtraction -Addition & subtraction with three numbers -Patterns & sequencing Our Calculation Workbooks follow the Kumon Method, a proven learning system that helps children succeed and excel in math. Kumon Workbooks gradually introduce new topics in a logical progression and always include plenty of practice. As a result, children master one skill at a time and move forward without anxiety or frustration.
Who Is Awake in the Moonlight?
A delightful children's picture book about our animal friends who are awake when we are fast asleep. All is quiet in the sleepy old house But out in the garden, in the light of the moon, Who is awake in the moonlight? While we're sleeping, there are lots of creatures still awake. Who Is Awake in the Moonlight? highlights the different activities that nocturnal animals are engaged in at night and the features that make them suited to the darkness: owls' big eyes allow them to hunt in the dark, frogs croak at night when it's cooler so they can attract a mate. With stunning illustrations from acclaimed author and illustrator Alexandra Milton, Who Is Awake in the Moonlight? is a perfect bedtime story that will have children dreaming about the animals that are awake after the sun goes down.
Can Snakes Predict Earthquakes?
It's a big question--can snakes predict earthquakes? Snakes are incredible, as are the ophiologists who study them! Snakes senses are powerful, but it's hard to believe that they can predict danger deep underground. Check out . . . how much snake venom is worth the clever survival skills of snakes how you can spot a venomous snake . . . and so much more! Read about the stories behind ophiology and discover the secret lives of snakes, how they use their senses to survive, snakes that use their tongues to smell, and much more! Beautifully bound with stunning illustrations, this unique and collectable series will start a lifelong interest in science for curious kids. QR codes link to the Big Questions Answered website for comprehensive, free teacher resources and fun kids' packs.
Natural Wonders
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Discoveries and Inventions
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