Defenders of the Deep
Delve into the dangerous world of underwater predators! This book dives into the top 10 fiercest hunters lurking under the water, scoring them from least deadly to most deadly! Meet the incredible orca that uses its intelligence to hunt, the deadly sea wasp jellyfish with a venomous sting, and the savage piranha that eats its prey alive! Defenders of the Deep is a captivating read, filled with fun, bite-sized facts for both kids and adults to enjoy together. Impressive and powerful images showcase the marine hunters that thrive underwater.
Cockroaches on the Run
What does a cockroach do all day? Uncover the science behind these clever creatures and learn about key topics including life cycles, adaptation, and the food chain. Discover fascinating facts, including: how these speedy insects run faster than humans how cockroaches see in the dark the clever ways they fight off predators . . . and much more! Through fascinating facts and photographs, Cockroaches on the Run uncovers the secret lives of cockroaches as you've never seen them before. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding critter detectives! Cockroaches on the Run is one of six books in the Critter Kingdom series, all about the secret lives of cool and clever critters.
The All-Stars
Discover the dangerous world of ferocious hunting predators. This book delves into the most accomplished hunters, scoring them from least to most deadly! Meet the sneaky cheetah with a body built for speed, the great horned owl that flies silently when it hunts, and the strange-looking Gila monster with venomous teeth. The All-Stars is a captivating read, filled with fun, bite-sized facts for both kids and adults to enjoy together. Impressive and powerful images showcase the best ranking predators around the world, at the top of their game.
Small But Lethal
Some predators out there may be small but no less dangerous! This book delves into the small hunters in our world, scoring them from 1-10 on the deadly scale! Meet the fearsome vampire bat that drinks the blood of its prey, the poison dart frog that has a body covered in poisonous slime, and the destructive mosquito that carries deadly diseases. Small but Lethal is a captivating read, filled with fun, bite-sized facts for both kids and adults to enjoy together. Impressive and powerful images showcase the small but deadly creatures in our natural world.
Fleas in a Frenzy
Zoom in on the world of fearless fleas and discover what they do all day! From life cycles and adaptation to diseases they carry, this book brings to life key topics about these curious critters. Discover fascinating facts, including: why fleas are like living vampires how a tiny insect can cause lots of trouble how these speedy insects fly faster than jet planes . . . and much more! Through fascinating facts and photographs, Fleas in a Frenzy uncovers the secret lives of fleas as you've never seen them before. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding critter detectives! Fleas in a Frenzy is one of six books in the Critter Kingdom series, all about the secret lives of cool and clever critters.
Tarantulas on the Hunt
Tarantulas are terrific! Learn all about the tarantula, from life cycle to feeding habits and beyond. Discover fascinating facts, including: what makes these creatures such amazing predators? which huge tarantula eats snakes how these massive creatures make delicate silk . . . and much more! Through fascinating facts and photographs, Tarantulas on the Hunt uncovers the secret lives of tarantulas as you've never seen them before. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding critter detectives! Tarantulas on the Hunt is one of six books in the Critter Kingdom series, all about the secret lives of cool and clever critters.
Back in Time
Explore the prehistoric world of fierce dinosaurs. There were some extreme predators that used to roam our Earth! This book delves into the top 10 fiercest dinosaurs, scoring them from least to most deadly! Meet the vicious Troodon with its excellent night-time vision, the humongous T-rex with its powerful jaws, and the unlikely Deinonychus, who takes first place as the deadliest dino. Back in Time is a captivating read, filled with fun, bite-sized facts for both kids and adults to enjoy. Impressive and powerful images showcase these deadly prehistoric predators.
Crystal Investigators
Can you believe that amazing crystals and gemstones are hidden beneath our feet? Dive into key topics such as crystal formation, identification, and rarity. Discover fascinating facts, including: why crystals form in all different shapes and sizes standout crystals with record-breaking features the surprising everyday items that are made out of crystals . . . and much more! Through bite-size facts and hands-on activities, Investigating Crystals brings science to life and gets kids excited about the world around them. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding rock detectives! Investigating Crystals is one of four books in the Earth Rocks! series, all about the rocky materials that make up planet Earth.
Dung Beetles on a Roll
How could the daily activities of a dung beetle be important in keeping our planet healthy? Read this book to find out! You'll also discover all sorts of fascinating facts, including: why dung beetles are so obsessed with dung how they smell without having noses what makes dung beetles so strong . . . and much more! Through fascinating facts and photographs, Dung Beetles on a Roll uncovers the secret lives of dung beetles as you've never seen them before. Not just informative, this is an enticing and memorable science read, great for even the most reluctant readers and perfect for budding critter detectives! Dung Beetles on a Roll is one of six books in the Critter Kingdom series, all about the secret lives of cool and clever critters.
Animal Lives and Life Cycles
This book includes all the key information needed to classify animals, study the subject of life cycles, and understand food webs. It is also packed with fascinating topics that help expand readers' knowledge about the animal kingdom. What are invertebrates and vertebrates? Understand how animals are classified into groups including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, insects, and others, and learn what characteristics are used to classify them. Discover how animals are either carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores, and learn how an animal's body is adapted for hunting or foraging and for eating a particular diet. Learn all about producers, consumers, and food webs. Enjoy an in-depth look at the fascinating life cycles of blue whales, toads, stag beetles, and swallows. Meet the scientist Jane Goodall and learn how she changed the future of studying apes, discover how birds evolved from dinosaurs, and explore the evolution of dogs from wild wolves to the pet dogs who share our homes. The book includes stunning photos, activities, critical thinking questions, and is supported by downloadable worksheets and other resources.
The Human Body
How many skin cells do we lose every minute? What do the trillions of bacteria that live in our bodies do? How does our brain control every action we take? And how does DNA make us who we are? This fact-packed look at the human body is an entertaining nonfiction read that's filled with superb photos and 3D illustrations. The muscle and skeletal system, the digestive system, the nervous system, and circulatory system are all comprehensively explained. The book includes sections on the mouth and caring for our teeth, eating a healthy diet, exercising, and the importance of sleep for our bodies. The effects and dangers of smoking, drinking alcohol, and taking illegal drugs are sensitively handled in an appropriate way for the target audience. And there is a fascinating section that explores the different stages of the human life cycle. This book will quickly become an essential resource for students and their teachers when studying the human body.
Plants
Can plant roots move to find water? How do plants make their own food and the oxygen we need to breathe? Why have some plants become carnivorous bug catchers? And how do animals help disperse seeds? This information-packed look at the world of plants is perfect for curriculum work and for discovering the fascinating secret world of plants. Visit the Svalbard Global Seed Vault on an island in the Arctic Ocean where seeds from around the world are kept in a high-security building under an ice-covered mountain to protect them from disease and future climate change. Explore plant reproduction, including how flowering and cone-bearing plants produce seeds, how mosses and ferns create new plants using spores, and how some plants reproduce asexually. Learn how to classify plants and find out about conservationists who are working to protect wild plants. Meet plants such as a tree with a rainbow-colored trunk, the biggest plants on Earth, and cacti. The book includes experiments and activities and is supported by downloadable worksheets and other resources.
Snack, Snooze, Skedaddle
There is more than one way for animals to prepare for winter. Some, such as mice, foxes, and moose, simply tolerate the cold. Of course black bears hibernate, but chipmunks, wood frogs, and garter snakes do too. And then there are the creatures that migrate, including hummingbirds, blue whales, and even earthworms! This rhyming nonfiction picture book by Laura Purdie Salas tells you all about how animals survive chilly weather.
Our Baffling Planet, Harold the Raindrop
Our Baffling Planet is a series of early reader books for ages 5 to 7. They are science based, teaching kids about the water cycle, plant life cycle, and rock cycle. Harold the Raindrop teaches children about precipitation, crystallization, temperature inversions, updrafts, percolation, transpiration, runoff, tributaries, watersheds, evaporation, and condensation. The book also touches on the different types of clouds in our atmosphere, the different kinds of rivers in a watershed, and the different states of matter.
Sound
Without sound there would be no chatting, laughing, bird song, or listening to music. But what exactly is sound and how do our ears and brain ensure that we get to enjoy it? In this fascinating title, the subject of sound is carefully explained in an accessible way with lots of diagrams and activities that help readers understand the science behind this topic. What are sound waves? What makes sounds louder and quieter? What are decibels? Why are some sounds high pitched and others low pitched? And how do sounds travel differently through the air, through water, and through solids? Discover how the different external and internal parts of our ears capture sound waves and working in partnership with our brains turn them into sounds. Learn how animals such as cats, bats, and dolphins use sounds that humans cannot hear to hunt. Understand how some people have hearing loss and how equipment can be used to help them hear. And meet two incredible professional musicians who make music even though they are both profoundly deaf.
My Book of Bugs
Learn all about the fascinating world of minibeasts - from bees to butterflies, beetles, and more. This book is an exciting introduction to the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for over 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honey bee. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects - their different types, body structures, and behaviors. Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, young nature enthusiasts aged 5-7 will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. This informative bug book for children offers: Clear and friendly text on bugs and characteristics using annotations and straightforward text.Fact files on more than 40 species, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information.An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners.My Book of Bugs is an engaging and informative introduction to insects, with age-appropriate text, photographs, and illustrations on every page. This book will not just teach children about fascinating bugs, but will also make them understand and respect the environment. Complete the series This engaging guide to bugs is part of the My Book of series of educational books for children. Whatever your subject, why not complete the series with My Book of Cats and Kittens, My Book of Dogs and Puppies, My Book of Rocks and Minerals, My Book of Horses and Ponies, My Book of the Elements, My Book of Stars and Planets, and My Book of Fossils?
My First Hidden Pictures Fairy Bugs Deluxe
Enjoy the magic and whimsy of fairies, butterflies, birds, and other critters in this adorable My First Hidden Pictures activity book. Stickers, press-out crafts, recipes, 40+ puzzles, and more make every page a new adventure! Play all day with Fairy Bugs! Bursting with screen-free fun, like Hidden Pictures puzzles, mazes, coloring pages, games, crafts, recipes, and 130+ stickers--this book will keep young minds and hands busy for hours. Kids ages 3-6 will buzz like a bee, create dazzling fairy wings, use stickers to decorate colorful scenes, and more. Magical memories are in the making!
Nature and Me
This book integrates mindfulness into the daily lives of children at an early age. It sets a foundation for years to come by using clear examples of ways in which nature offers us so much more than a quick glance. Children are encouraged to slow down, observe and embrace the beauty and wonder of the natural world all around them.
Cheetahs
Get to know the cheetah, the fastest animal on land! Filled with bright, colorful images, simple text, and QR codes loaded with extra materials, young readers will be entertained while they learn about this big cat. Cody Koala is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
Food Marketing
Advertising and branding help shape how people buy and enjoy food. Iconic logos, famous mascots, and carefully designed packaging have an enormous effect on consumers. Food Marketing examines the history of how marketers have sold food, modern methods of presenting these products, and controversies surrounding food ads today. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, infographics, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Modern Farming
Over the past century, farming in the United States has evolved from a patchwork of small, family-owned farms into a vast and high-tech industry that feeds the world. Modern Farming examines key topics in today's advanced system of agriculture, including hybrid genetics and GMOs, autonomous tractors and drones, GPS-guided planting equipment, and automated feeding and milking systems. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, infographics, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
How Supermarkets Work
The modern supermarket is a uniquely American invention. These stores provide an efficient way for consumers to shop for meat, fish, dairy, produce, canned goods, and other food products all under one roof. How Supermarkets Work explains the history of supermarkets, how food arrives on store shelves, why stores are designed as they are, and what the future holds for grocery stores. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, infographics, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Food Science
Decades of food science innovations have dramatically shaped the flavor, nutrition, and safety of today's foods. Researchers continue finding new ways to improve the efficiency, sustainability, and availability of food products. Food Science examines the work of these scientists, highlighting the crucial behind-the-scenes work that makes our modern food industry possible. Features include a glossary, websites, source notes, infographics, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Multiplication
For many years, students were simply given times tables to memorize. Today's students are taught to understand not just the answer to a multiplication question, but also how they arrived there. This set supports this new method of learning and makes it even more fun with a blue Monster named Mo! Readers learn the basics of multiplication alongside Mo, including their times tables with multiples of 2, 3, 5, and 10. Visuals aid readers in practice problems and a concluding answer key allows them to check their work.
Measuring
Even young kids know about measuring as they stand to be measured for height at the doctor's office every year. Some may even have experience using a ruler or measuring tape at home! Still, learning more about units of measurement, time, mass, and more is a necessary part of the elementary math curriculum--why not make it more fun with a cute blue Monster named Mo? Readers learn these basic concepts alongside Mo, practice each concept, and build their knowledge one inch at a time!
Fractions
Fractions may seem tough when they are first encountered. But learning about halves, thirds, fourths, and other fractions alongside a cute blue monster makes this crucial curriculum topic much more fun! In this book, readers encounter the basics of fractions, with each chapter building on the previous, beginning with halves and moving on to equivalence and even twelfths! Each chapter includes diagrams to aid readers' understanding and practice problems. An answer key concludes the book so readers can check their work.
Geometry
Geometry is so much more than just naming shapes! It includes understanding 3D, reflection, polygons, and more. What better way to explore this curriculum topic than alongside a cute blue monster? Readers meet Mo who is also just starting to learn geometry. In each chapter, Mo learns about a new concept, and each chapter builds upon the knowledge presented earlier in the book. Diagrams and visual aids help readers--and Mo--through pyramids, patterns, and prisms, as they practice what they've learned in problems. A concluding answer key allows readers to check their work.
Rosie the Dragon & the Magic of her Breath.
Join Rosie, the sparkling dragon, on a whimsical adventure in Rosie the Dragon and the Magic of Her Breath! As she prepares for her 100th birthday, Rosie fears she won't be able to blow out all her candles. To ensure her big day goes smoothly, she journeys through the Enchanted Forest. With help from a wise owl, a magical tree, a singing frog, and other mystical creatures, Rosie discovers the wonders of her body, the air she breathe, and the power of mindful breathing. This educational tale is perfect for readers aged 8-12, inspiring curiosity and appreciation for the simple act of breathing. With her newfound knowledge, will Rosie master her breath in time to blow out 100 candles, or will she set the forest ablaze? Dive into this delightful story to find out!
Pack Animals
Break down the science of pack animals in this hi-lo scaffolded text. This title layers decoding strategies with comprehension skills to ensure students can access the text as they build content knowledge. With Weird Animal Science: The Breakdown, older readers can explore the science of animals while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency.
ABC's in the Land of Glubber
Rick Poplinger is a retired water treatment specialist and lives in Houston, Texas. He is an avid skydiver with over 3500 jumps and works with Skydive Spaceland in the Houston area. He is a world traveler and adventurist. This includes bungee jumping and wing walking! Rick also has copyrighted piano compositions as well as writing children's books.
Meet the Quackers
A special delivery of twelve quacking ducklings arrives at the farm and disrupts the routine, peaceful life of the barnyard animals. It's chaos in the barn! Where will they sleep? Will there ever be peace and quiet on the farm again? Kids of all ages will QUACK out loud when reading and counting the Quackers in this fun and lively barnyard counting book! LET'S GET QUACKING! QUACK! QUACK! QUACK!
Curious Kiera
Join Kiera, the inquisitive talking dog, and her human, Marcel, on a delightful, feathered adventure! Learn interesting facts about pigeons, from their remarkable memory to the tale of the pigeon war hero, GI Joe. This storybook is perfect for children aged 6 to 9, with beautiful entertaining pictures, and humorous storytelling. Ideal for animal lovers and curious minds, it offers an educational experience that even adults might enjoy while reading to younger children. Take advantage of the companion colouring book (ages 4 and up), featuring dot trace words for extra fun and learning!Created by A Williams-Olivier
Curious Kiera
Curious Kiera: I Am Not A Butterfly follows Kiera the curious Labrador, and her goofy little brother on a fascinating adventure into the world of moths! With the help of her human, Marcel, Kiera discovers amazing facts about these often-overlooked creatures. This beautifully illustrated book with comical elements will captivate young readers and spark curiosity in children and adults reading to little ones. A perfect blend of humour, education, and adventure, this book is ideal for animal lovers aged 6 to 9. Take advantage of the companion colouring book (ages 4 and up), featuring dot trace words for extra fun and learning! Created by A Williams-Olivier
Lots of Things to Know about Dinosaurs
You'll never guess where Tyrannosaurus rexes lived, what a Spinosaurus could do with its nose, why the head of a Parasaurolophus was like a trombone or how very heavy dinosaurs sat on their eggs without crushing them! All is revealed in this delightful information book, filled with quirky and surprising things to know about all kinds of dinosaurs.
Lots of Things to Know about Space
You'll never guess how many stars there are in the universe, who the first astronauts were, or why sunsets are blue on Mars! Discover the answers to these and all sorts of weird and wonderful facts about what lies beyond Planet Earth, as you take this exciting journey into outer space.
How It Works: Money
Lift the flaps to find out all about money and what it can do, from earning and spending to borrowing and lending. See how coins and banknotes are made, and discover tips and tricks for managing your own money. With simple explanations and fun, quirky illustrations, this book is a perfect introduction for anyone curious about how money works. Written with advice from experts in the UK and US, including financial education charity Young Money, it covers all the basics that readers need to know, and many things they might have wondered about.
Earth and the Moon
Earth is an amazing place, and the crater-filled moon that orbits it is no less intriguing. But what do we know about our planet and its satellite? Earth and the Moon explores our home and its mysterious moon and uncovers the space science that has helped us learn about them. Science-filled explanatory text reveals what and how we have learned about Earth and the moon, the history of this space science, and what the future holds. Detailed sidebars set out fascinating facts about our home and the rocky sphere that orbits it. Use your STEM and critical-thinking skills to complete the "Your Mission" activities to find out how you would solve space problems and head missions to discover more our world and its moon. Budding space scientists are encouraged to think about what your contribution to space science could be and if a future career in this field might be for you. Earth and the Moon completes the mission to explore our home planet and its moon!
Beyond the Solar System
Beyond our solar system is an enormous expanse of stars, other solar systems, glittering galaxies, matter-eating black holes, and other fascinating space mysteries. But what do we know about them? Beyond the Solar System uncovers the space science that has helped us understand more about the mysteries that lie far out in space.Science-filled explanatory text reveals what and how we have learned about outer space, the history of this space science, and what the future holds. Detailed sidebars set out fascinating facts about the world beyond our solar system. Use your STEM and critical-thinking skills to complete the "Your Mission" activities, discovering how you would solve space problems and head missions to unravel the mysteries of outer space. Budding space scientists are encouraged to think about what your contribution to space science could be and if a future career in this field might be for you. Beyond the Solar System completes the mission to discover outer space!
Asteroids and Comets
Comets and asteroids swoop through our solar system, inspiring fascination and fear. But what are these spectacular space bodies, where do they come from, and how can we monitor them? Comets and Asteroids uncovers the space science that has helped us understand the dazzling giant rocks and glittering comets that loop the sun, crash into planets, and even destroy life.Science-filled explanatory text reveals what and how we have learned about asteroids and comets, the history of this space science, and what the future holds. Detailed sidebars set out fascinating facts about asteroids and comets. Use your STEM and critical-thinking skills to complete the "Your Mission" activities to find out how you would solve space problems and head missions to discover more about the mysterious space bodies that orbit high above us. Budding space scientists are encouraged to think about what your contribution to space science could be and if a future career in this field might be for you. Comets and Asteroids completes the mission to explain these mysterious space bodies!
The Outer Planets
Within our solar system are four giant planets. We have named them the outer planets because they are farthest from the sun. But what do we know about these huge spheres of gas and liquid? The Outer Planets explores the gas giants of our solar system and uncovers the space science that has helped us learn about them.Science-filled explanatory text reveals what and how we have learned about the outer planets, the history of this space science, and what the future holds. Detailed sidebars set out fascinating facts about our solar system's giant balls of gas. Use your STEM and critical-thinking skills to complete the "Your Mission" activities to find out how you would solve space problems and head missions to discover more about the outer planets. Budding space scientists are encouraged to think about what you contribution to space science could be and if a future career in this field might be for you. The Outer Planets completes the mission to explore the monster planets beyond Earth!
The Sun
From the tiniest bacteria to the tallest trees, almost all life on Earth depends on the sun. But what is this glittering ball in space, and how do we study it? The Sun reveals the space science that has helped us explain some of our star's mysteries. Science-filled explanatory text reveals what and how we have learned about our sun and the history and future of this space science. Use your STEM and critical-thinking skills to complete the "Your Mission" activities to find out how you would solve space problems and head missions to discover more about our awe-inspiring star. Budding space scientists are encouraged to think about what your contribution to space science could be and if a future career in this field might be for you. The Sun completes the mission to explain the science of our star!
Lizard Lair
A lizard's tail of adventures that will delight young readers. Based on real locations and daily conversations between a mother and her daughter, Lizard Lair aims to encourage young imaginations while also getting families outside and exploring one of South Australia's most popular walking trails and play areas, the Linear Trail.
Boiling Point
Record high temperatures that are broken and reset three times in one week. Endless heat waves that happen year-round, regardless of season. Heat so intense it spawns raging wildfires. Our planet is getting hotter and hotter. What is behind Earth's rising temperatures, what toll are they taking on living things, and what can be done about them? Packed with information, dynamic photos, and hands-on activities, this book helps students understand why Earth's temperatures are rising, how governments and industries around the globe are working to combat the problem, and what each one of us can do to help keep our planet from reaching its boiling point.
Giraffe
Most kids have only seen a giraffe at the zoo, serenely loping around eating leaves from feeders. They may seem almost alien with their super-long necks, sloping backs, and furry ossicones, which are the horn-like bony projections on giraffes' heads! In this book, readers have the chance to study giraffes' anatomy up close, from head to hoof. Accompanying text describes the various body parts and adaptations they have developed over time. Clear, simple language engages readers practicing reading independently and fluently.
