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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Plows and Rippers on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of plows and rippers at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Farm Quads on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of side-by-sides at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Bulldozers on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of bulldozers at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Excavators on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of excavators at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
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.
Ancient Oceans
Planet Earth formed over 4 billion years ago. As Earth cooled over millions of years, an ocean formed. Scientists believe this ocean once covered the entire planet. Discover the changes our planet has gone through over time and how those changes affected our oceans.
Landscapes Long Ago
Powerful forces have shaped Earth's landscapes over billions of years. Supercontinents have formed and then broken apart over and over. Tectonic plates have collided and formed mountains. Ice ages have come and gone. Glaciers have carved valleys, eroded mountains, and moved rock and soil into new landscapes,
Prehistoric Plants
Plants have not always existed on Earth. The first plants appeared in the ocean and were much like algae. It took millions of years for them to evolve into plants with leaves and branches. Find out when lush forests first appeared and discover what is the oldest plant species still living today.
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!
Fungi as Medicine
Have you ever taken the antibiotic penicillin? Fungi as Medicine explores how fungi play a significant role in the production of many life-saving medications. 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.
Blood Circulation
Break down the science of blood circulation 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.
Growing Bones
Break down the science of the skeletal system 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.
Mucus, Earwax, and Saliva
Break down the weird and gross science of mucus, earwax, and saliva 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.
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.
Yawning
Break down the weirdly contagious science of yawning 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.
Regeneration
Break down the science of how some parts of the body can regenerate themselves 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.
Organs from Time Long Ago
Break down the evolutionary leftovers in 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.
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.
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.
Four-Track Tractors on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of side-by-sides at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Farm Quads on the Farm
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of side-by-sides at work on the farm. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Bulldozers on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of bulldozers at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Concrete Mixers on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of concrete mixers at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Excavators on the Construction Site
Follow the rumble of engines at work! Explore the parts and uses of excavators at work on the construction site. Simple callouts ask students to think in new ways, supporting inquiry-based reading. Titles in the 21st Century Beginning Library introduce students to vocabulary and content they will use for a lifetime as they are prompted to Look, Think, and Connect. Let your young readers discover the joy of reading for information as they grow into lifelong, fluent readers.
Forests
The team behind the acclaimed book Caves returns with an enchanting exploration of one of Earth's most familiar ecosystems -- forests! 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.
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!
Is There Anybody Out There? (a Wild Thing Book)
Inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if aliens might exist How likely is it that humans aren't alone in the universe? Reports of strange lights, UFO sightings, and alien encounters abound--and some (like recent accounts from US Navy pilots) even sound credible. And in recent years, armed with state-of-the-art technology and better information, the search for extraterrestrials overflows with exciting possibilities. Within our own solar system, astrobiologists search for the biochemical building blocks that might sustain microbes, astronomers discover far-flung stars, orbited by planets that could be teeming with life, and astrophysicists point sophisticated telescopes toward the deep reaches of the universe, looking for anything out of the ordinary. Is There Anybody Out There? turns our collective gaze skyward: What's the likelihood of life on other planets? Or that aliens have already made the trip to visit us? How would they get here? Why do we want to find them? And what does it mean if we do (or don't)? Using critical thinking and the scientific method, journalist Laura Krantz investigates the science, culture, and philosophy of a universe where we're not alone--and why the idea of alien life has abducted our imaginations. Readers will learn to challenge their gut assumptions and open their minds to new possibilities.
You Belong Here
Join a captivating journey into the world of STEM innovation with "You Belong Here," in partnership with Baltimore's Early Charm. This groundbreaking book spotlights leading scientists reshaping our future with pioneering discoveries.Within these pages, you'll witness how diverse, creative teams unite to tackle the world's most complex challenges. They bring unique perspectives, respect one another, and together, solve the world's toughest problems.This book isn't just a celebration of innovation; it's an invitation for you to envision your role in the future of STEM. Whether you're starting your STEM journey or already immersed in it, "You Belong Here" will ignite your passion. Discover your place in teams shaping the world's future or even launching your own STEM company.Prepare to be inspired and empowered. "You Belong Here" opens a door to endless possibilities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.The Creative Representation Empire is proud to be a part of this partnership and to have been able to amplify BIPOC voices in STEM.
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.
Escape from a Deadly Hug
A Burmese python is one of the most giant snakes in the world. It has wide jaws and sharp teeth, and it can kill with a hug. Surely, a rat is no match for the Burmese python. Find out what happens when a Burmese python tries to make this tasty rat his dinner. Readers will get a thrill from this vibrant, nonfiction series designed to look like a set of graphic novels. Each book centers around the chase between a predator and its prey. Text and photos show the amazing adaptations of both animals in each book. Readers will be amazed as the seemingly defenseless prey animal uses incredible methods to get out alive!
Monster Science
Maya and Jordan are bored of their toys and have a brilliant idea: create a pet monster! Join their hilarious adventure as they dive into the world of genetics to build the perfect companion. But creating a monster isn't easy! They'll have to solve genetic puzzles, and maybe even face a few unexpected surprises...Can Maya and Jordan build the perfect pet monster? Find out inside! This exciting comic book adventure comes with engaging activity sheets at the end to reinforce the knowledge learned throughout the book. It's a perfect way to introduce young learners to the wonders of cellular biology while sparking their curiosity and imagination. For parents and educators: This book aligns with elementary science curriculum standards related to heredity and genetics, providing a fun and engaging way to supplement classroom learning.
The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia
The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia is an incredible 160-page volume and the perfect guide to space for children. It's packed with colorful illustrations, step-by-step sequences, and detailed photography to keep children engaged and entertained.Arranged thematically into key areas, the concise text is clear, accurate, and perfectly pitched, making this a fantastic resource for home and school. This comprehensive guide includes fascinating up-to-date information about the James Webb Telescope, NASA's advance space suit design and the latest discoveries. Plus, a glossary and index are included along with a list of websites for further learning.
