Clydesdale
Clydesdales are big and powerful! Clydesdale introduces the history of this breed and why people love it. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Myths and Legends Ultimate Handbook
Discover the amazing myths and legends surrounding gods, goddesses, magical creatures, heroes, and monsters from around the world. This fact-packed title in DK's Ultimate Handbook series is a treasure trove of narratives on more than 200 fascinating myths and legends. Children aged 5-9 can learn all about the origin of different legends, the unique characteristics of powerful gods and goddesses and a wide variety of mythical creatures. With intriguing stories of notorious tricksters, mighty winged creatures, and heroic battles, this book is loaded with beautiful photography and authentic text from subject experts. This myths and legends book for kids offers: 200 stories of myths, legends, and folklore from around the world and their origins.A global approach to myths and legends, covering stories from Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania.An engaging handbook style for a deep dive into the subject through an informal tone.Step into the fascinating world of myths with DK's Myths and Legends Ultimate Handbook and read about fearsome battles between monsters, such as the Hydra and Fafnir the dragon, and the heroes that fought them like Hercules and Sigurd. Find out about the exciting legends of King Arthur and Sun Wukong, and get to know about epics, such as the Mahabharata, Popol Vuh, and a host of tales from around the world. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection? DK's Ultimate Handbook series will spark curiosity and amaze children aged 5+ interested in the world around them. Travel back to the prehistoric world with Dinosaur Ultimate Handbook, explore the incredible animal kingdom with Animal, and unearth the natural world with Rocks and Minerals.
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua Tree National Park is in southern California. The park protects parts of the Mojave and Sonoran Deserts. Though filled with countless desert plants, the park is particularly famous for its Joshua trees. Joshua Tree National Park explores the park's history, wildlife, recreation opportunities, and conservation efforts. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Libra
Meet the easygoing Libra! In this title, young readers will discover the personality, skills, struggles, and other qualities of the zodiac sign. They will also learn about the history of astrology. Facilitated by bright, colorful images and infographics and QR codes throughout, this book will excite anyone interested in the zodiac. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
Capricorn
Meet the determined Capricorn! In this title, young readers will discover the personality, skills, struggles, and other qualities of the zodiac sign. They will also learn about the history of astrology. Facilitated by bright, colorful images and infographics and QR codes throughout, this book will excite anyone interested in the zodiac. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
Cancer
Meet the contradictory Cancer! In this title, young readers will discover the personality, skills, struggles, and other qualities of the zodiac sign. They will also learn about the history of astrology. Facilitated by bright, colorful images and infographics and QR codes throughout, this book will excite anyone interested in the zodiac. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
Aries
Meet the fiery Aries! In this title, young readers will discover the personality, skills, struggles, and other qualities of the zodiac sign. They will also learn about the history of astrology. Facilitated by bright, colorful images and infographics and QR codes throughout, this book will excite anyone interested in the zodiac. DiscoverRoo is an imprint of Pop!, a division of ABDO. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
Cheetahs Return to India
Cheetahs used to roam India's grasslands and jungles, but as farms expanded and cities grew, India's cheetah population dwindled . . . to nothing. Seventy years later, hope--and cheetahs--returned to the Indian subcontinent. From a coalition of cheetahs sent from Africa, Aasha and Pavan are chosen as the first cheetahs to repopulate the land. Will they survive in their new home? Will they thrive? Will India finally see a return of their beloved cheetahs?
Discover Bitcoin
Are you interested in Bitcoin but find the topic too technical or confusing?This beginner-friendly guide explains what Bitcoin is, how it works, and why it's changing the future of money-all in clear, simple language that anyone can understand.Inside this book, you will learn: ✔ What is Bitcoin? Understand its purpose and how it differs from traditional money.✔ How does blockchain work? Learn the basics of this powerful technology.✔ What are Bitcoin wallets, private keys, and transactions?✔ Pros and cons of Bitcoin: Security, speed, volatility, energy use, and more.✔ The role of mining, halving, and cryptography in keeping Bitcoin safe.✔ Other cryptocurrencies and their real-world uses.Perfect for teens (14+) and adults, this book includes easy examples, illustrations, and a full glossary-making complex ideas simple.If you want to understand Bitcoin, blockchain, and cryptocurrency without feeling lost, this is your starting point.Learn. Understand. Discover Bitcoin today!
Mind Maps: Chemistry for Kids
Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this innovative, full-color hardback guide introduces children to world of chemistry through cleverly crosslinked, interactive mind maps. From the periodic table to radioactivity, kids can explore key topics in chemistry by following their natural curiosity. Each topic is connected through illustrated mind maps, so readers can jump from one related topic to another, from the back of the book to the front, and discover the rich interconnected nature of the chemical world! It's the perfect way to engage curious minds as they explore chemical reactions, DNA, chemistry in space, the stories of trailblazing scientists and much more. #� Mind maps allow readers follow their chain of thought and jump to related topics on different pages- Big new concepts are distilled into clear and easy-to-understand paragraphs- Supports STEM learning outside of the classroom- An exciting, interactive way for children to engage with scientific topics Vibrantly illustrated in full-color, this book is perfect for curious kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The vibrantly illustrated Mind Maps series invites children to explore the incredible interconnected nature of science through cleverly cross-linked mind maps.
Solar System
From the sun to Neptune, there is so much more to know our solar system. This book will engage newly confident readers who are ready to learn independently with fun facts and provides learners a chance to test their knowledge. These books also feature full-color photos, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Oceans
From roaming creatures to pitch-black depths, there is so much to know about the ocean. This book will engage newly confident readers who are ready to learn independently with fun facts and provides learners a chance to test their knowledge. These books also feature full-color photos, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Earth Wonders
From the depths of The Great Barrier Reef to the top of Mount Everest, there is so much to know about Earth wonders. This book will engage newly confident readers who are ready to learn independently with fun facts and provides learners a chance to test their knowledge. These books also feature full-color photos, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Weather
From deadly storms to calm, sunny days, there is so much to know about weather. This book will engage newly confident readers who are ready to learn independently with fun facts and provides learners a chance to test their knowledge. These books also feature full-color photos, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
Seasons
The seasons happen every year, but what happens in every season? This book explains how the seasons always occur in the same order and how they affect us and everything in nature.
Investigating Water
Soak up new knowledge with this investigation into water. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Investigating Solar Energy
Bask in the rays of knowledge with this investigation into solar energy. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Landforms
Mountains, valleys, hills, and plains are all part of Earth's solid surface. We call them landforms. In this book, readers will learn about many landforms and the Earth's processes that formed them.
Living and Nonliving
Is it living or nonliving? This concept can be difficult for young students to grasp. This book explains what to look for to decide if something is living or nonliving.
Sound
Sound is energy. It travels in waves and enters our ears. But where does sound come from? Students may be surprised by the answer. They may also be surprised how sound can travel through air, water, and solids!
Investigating Magnets
Let yourself be drawn to this investigation into magnets. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Light
Flip a switch, and we instantly have light. It travels faster than anything we know of and always comes from a source. Find out how light travels and why the sun is our most important light source.
Investigating Light
Let your curiosity shine with this investigation into light. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Investigating Rocks
Get hard core with this investigation into rocks. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Investigating Cells
Look into the building blocks of life with this investigation into cells. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Adaptation
In this title, students will learn that all animals have different kinds of body parts and behaviors that have changed over time. They will understand that these changes are called adaptations and that adaptation helps all animals survive.
Investigating Sound
Turn up the volume on this investigation into sound. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
Weather
Look outside, and you can see the weather. It's different from place to place. It changes with the seasons. Learn about different kinds of weather and the tools scientists use to predict it.
Habitats
A habitat is an animal's home. Students will learn that habitats may come in many forms, but they all contain everything an animal needs to survive.
Forces
Push an object, and it will move. Push it harder, and it will move farther and quicker. What happens when objects collide with each other? Simple text and bright images will help young readers understand forces.
Investigating Respiration
Inhale new knowledge with this investigation into respiration. Following scientific practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of matter and energy.
The Adventures of Drip the Drop
The Adventures of Drip the DropJoin Drip the Drop on his exciting adventures through the never-ending journey of the water cycle. In this story he visits the beautiful Channel Islands, Jersey and Guernsey....Sometimes I am invisible. Sometimes I'm mist or fog. I've been splashed by yellow wellies and shaken by a dog.I've been part of a snowman a rainbow and a tear, floated in a bubble - and all in just one year.Drip has been frozen in a glacier for what seems like ever and all he wants to do is find out what happens to his friends in the ocean, in the clouds, rivers and reservoirs - and everywhere else that water goes. When his glacier starts to melt his dreams come true and he has the most amazing time discovering what it's like to be free - and sometimes salty!Why choose The Adventures of Drip the Drop?You'll feel you're discovering one of the most amazing things in nature - the water cycle. Written in beautiful flowing rhyme, it makes every aspect of Drip's journey accessible to young children and it's scientifically accurate, so very useful for students and teachers alike. The glossary is full of simple explanations for the more technical terms, as well as lots of ideas to make children think about something none of us can live without! Get your copy of The Adventures of Drip the Drop today, and explore the wonders of nature first hand with an adventurous friend - Drip. Why rhyme? Rhyme engages children in a way that straight prose doesn't. Studies show that children who are exposed to rhyming books are more likely to develop strong literacy skills, including phonemic awareness, vocabulary and sentence construction. When children listen to rhyme, they are learning without even realising it-everything from word patterns to sentence structure. Rhymes have been introducing children to the wonderful world of words since the first nursery rhymes were written and recited in the 1500s! Not only does Drip the Drop entertain, but it also helps your child's brain to grow. Get your copy of The Adventures of Drip the Drop today, and enjoy exploring the wonders of nature first-hand with your adventurous friend - Drip.
Matter
Matter is all around us. Sometimes, we cannot even see it! This book explains how matter comes in different forms and how various conditions, such as heat or cold, can change the form of matter.
Spring Weather
What's the weather like in spring? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Winter Weather
What's the weather like in winter? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Summer Weather
What's the weather like in summer? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning while introducing spring weather patterns. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Fall Weather
What's the weather like in fall? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Gas
Break down the weird and stinky science of passing gas 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 Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Fungi as Fuel and Other Products
Did you know that fungi can be made into fuel, surfboards, packing material, and more? Fungi as Fuel and Other Products explores some of the surprising uses of these fascinating organisms. Readers will also uncover the fundamentals of fungi and loads of fun facts. For budding mycologists and curious minds, this beautifully designed book is an essential read!
Introduction to the Human Body
Introduce the human body 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 Science of the Human Body: The Breakdown, older readers can explore core science concepts while building foundational reading skills, acquiring vocabulary, and gaining fluency. Features dyslexia-friendly font and accessible design to help meet the learning needs of all students.
Winter Weather
What's the weather like in winter? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Summer Weather
What's the weather like in summer? Explore weather concepts with the My Guide to Weather series. Each book provides a unique and fun approach to science learning while introducing spring weather patterns. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
Wait Like a Seed
"Of the many titles available on milkweeds and monarchs, this is one of the most accessible for youngsters reading on their own....while older readers and adults will appreciate the extensive backmatter....Useful and enlightening--and certain to have youngsters observing the natural world with wonder." --Kirkus ReviewsA seed waits patiently until it is time to sprout--and as this milkweed transforms from seed to plant, so too does the butterfly it feeds. Wait Like a Seed celebrates the life cycle of a milkweed, from seed to new buds to flower.Two young children watch a milkweed grow in their backyard--from seed to new buds to flowers, the lyrical text explores the lifecycle of the milkweed.Wait like a seed, Cozy and small.Wait like a seedTil the spring rains fall.Wait Like a Seed beautifully explores the life cycle of milkweed and its vital relationship to monarch butterflies. Complete with accurate botanical drawings and comprehensive back-matter detailing the life cycles of plants and butterflies, this timeless story is perfect for both school curriculums and curious children who enjoy nature.Children will be inspired to help save the diminishing population of monarch butterflies in their own environment. This book combines the wonders of nature with poetic text and warm and welcoming art.Award-winning author Erin Alladin invites young gardeners to celebrate the world around them in this rhyming nonfiction text. Illustrator Tara Anderson portrays lifecycles with a nostalgic style, effectively capturing the wonder of the aspiring gardeners.
How It Works: Tree
This interactive book for children ages 2-5 features layered die-cut pages throughout to introduce toddlers to the life cycle of an apple tree throughout the year. Children ages 2-5 can learn all about how an apple tree grows and changes throughout the year with this interactive board book that features layered die-cut pages throughout. Simple callouts to the various parts of the tree, such as "roots," "leaves," and "trunk," invite young readers to see how the tree changes with the seasons. Packed with fun facts and accessible information, this first introduction to trees is perfect for curious toddlers. The perfect first book about trees for toddlers ages 2-5Layered die-cut pages encourage interactivityFun facts about trees!
Forests
An enchanting exploration of one of Earth's most familiar ecosystems, from the team behind the acclaimed books Caves and Volcanoes.So much to see, to smell, to hear, to taste, to feel. So much to find... in the forest.Using evocative storytelling, Nell Cross Beckerman leads readers on an exciting adventure through the magic of forests! From kelp forests on the ocean floor to the wonders of the Amazon, Beckerman guides readers through these tree-filled ecosystems using dramatic, poetic language. Nonfiction text on every page allows for a deeper understanding of the topic.Illustrator Kalen Chock's stunning illustrations have been praised as "atmospheric" and "striking." Readers will be delighted as each spread brings a surprise.Extensive backmatter includes author's and illustrator's notes, additional information on planting trees, and fun facts about forests!The first book in this series, Caves, received three starred reviews, was an NCTE Orbis Pictus Recommended Title, was on the Texas Bluebonnet Master List and the Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List, and was a Kirkus Best Book of the Year.An ideal choice for nature lovers, future explorers, and fans of Jason Chin and Kate Messner.
A Rock Is Born
Follow the epic life cycle of one rock from its prehistoric creation to modern day, in this transportive nonfiction picture book perfect for fans of GRAND CANYON and the Over and Under series. Over one hundred million years ago, on the side of a volcano....a rock is born. As time passes and the world changes, the rock changes, too. Mud erodes it. Lava melts it. And water compresses it. Eventually, the rock will be reshaped. And a new rock is born. Award-winning creators Richard Ho and Lily Williams bring to life an evocative and educational picture book about the life cycle of a rock in this bold nonfiction tale perfect for any classroom or bookshelf.
