Basher Science: The Complete Periodic Table
You might've heard about the elements, but have you ever met them? Perfect for home and school, Basher Science: The Periodic Table gives a face, voice and personality to the chemical elements, making learning chemistry easier and a whole lot more fun. Do you confuse boron with barium or chlorine with fluorine? Fear not! Basher Science has come to the rescue by combining science and art to create a unique periodic table. From unassuming oxygen to devious manganese, the incredible elements show you the periodic table as you've never seen it before. This original book makes difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. The vibrant illustrations from Simon Basher, combined with engaging text written by Dan Green and Adrian Dingle, transform complex topics into fascinating and accessible facts. There's even more to discover with the Basher Science series, including: Chemistry, Rocks and Minerals, Physics and Biology.
Could the Human Brain Power a Light Bulb?
It's a big question--could the human brain power a light bulb? The human brain is a powerful and complex organ, capable of many amazing things. Discover how neurobiologists study this unique body part and learn about . . . How this organ sets humans apart from other animals How lightning-fast electrical signals help us think, move, and remember The advanced technology scientists use to understand the brain . . . and so much more! Beautifully bound with striking illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a unique and collectable series that will start a lifelong interest in science for kids. Each book includes a QR code link to The Big Question Answered website for comprehensive free teacher resources and fun kids' pack.
Do Rocks Shape the Earth?
It's a big question--do rocks shape the Earth? Rocks and minerals aren't just under our feet. From towering mountains to tiny grains of sand, rocks reveal secrets about Earth's past, present, and future! Discover how petrologists study these natural formations and learn about . . . How rocks preserve ancient treasures for millions of years The powerful forces that move and change rock formations The cutting-edge technology helping scientists understand our unique planet . . . and so much more! Beautifully bound with striking illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a unique and collectable series that will start a lifelong interest in science for kids. Each book includes a QR code link to The Big Question Answered website for comprehensive free teacher resources and fun kids' pack.
Basher Science: The Complete Periodic Table
You might've heard about the elements, but have you ever met them? Perfect for home and school, Basher Science: The Periodic Table gives a face, voice and personality to the chemical elements, making learning chemistry easier and a whole lot more fun. This new edition has a fresh new look, and updated, fascinating facts! Do you confuse boron with barium or chlorine with fluorine? Fear not! Basher Science has come to the rescue by combining science and art to create a unique periodic table. From unassuming oxygen to devious manganese, the incredible elements show you the periodic table as you've never seen it before. This original book makes difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. The vibrant illustrations from Simon Basher, combined with engaging text written by Dan Green and Adrian Dingle, transform complex topics into fascinating and accessible facts. There's even more to discover with the Basher Science series, including: Chemistry, Rocks and Minerals, Physics and Biology.
Animal Intelligence Unleashed
Dive into the fascinating world of animal behavior! This exciting book takes young readers on a journey through the animal kingdom--from how animals communicate and interact with each other to the incredible ways they adapt to their environment. Discover how scientists are uncovering the secrets of animal behavior and learning what makes each species unique. Learn all about: How animals communicate through sounds, signals, and body language The latest breakthroughs in understanding animal behavior using technology What we can learn and copy from animals in the human world! With cool, graphic-style illustrations intermixed with jaw-dropping facts and engaging explanations, this book brings science to life like never before! It will not only spark curiosity about the crazy possibilities of animal behavior but also inspire readers to understand how science can help shape the future. Tomorrow's World showcases science as something that can change the world!
Let's Talk Climate Change
Stories in the news about natural disasters and climate change can be scary. That's why it's so important for kids to be able to discuss this topic, that's affecting us all, and understand the facts--and just the facts! Packed with science, this book's chatty, engaging style will explain to readers exactly what's happening, why it's happening, and what we can all do to help protect our planet for the future. Understand the science behind terms such as global warming, greenhouse gases, and renewable energy. Let's love our whole planet and look at what people worldwide can do to help protect the place where we ALL live. Discover the ways in which scientists, conservationists, and kids just like you are working hard to understand how our planet is changing and what can be done to protect wildlife and ecosystems. The antidote to climate change anxiety is understanding what's going on (without the drama and fear) and being empowered to take daily positive actions to help care for our world.
The Maps and Flags Book
Prepare for a globe-trotting adventure in this vibrant and exciting guide to the maps and flags of our world. Organized by continent, and with every country in the world included, readers will discover key stats about each nation's population, currency, and flag, all presented in a fun and engaging way. Each country's entry also features a fun fact about their flag which helps readers to understand the meaning and symbolism of each one. Did you know that the colors of the US flag represent justice (blue), purity (white), and bravery (red)? Along the way, kids will meet some amazing animals native to each region, from pigeons and warthogs, to dolphins and turtles! There are also some bonus quirky maps to spot, which cover topics like pirates, time zones, and journeys of exploration. With so much to learn, this new book is the perfect introduction for young geographers eager to explore the world.
Could Earthquakes Shake the Whole World?
It's a big question--could an earthquake shake the whole world? Earthquakes are powerful events that reveal fascinating secrets about our planet! Discover how seismologists study these natural disasters and learn about . . . How seismic waves travel at incredible speeds, shaking everything in their path The cutting-edge technology helping seismologists predict earthquakes and keep us safe The ways earthquakes reveal hidden treasures beneath the surface . . . and so much more! Beautifully bound with striking illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a unique and collectable series that will start a lifelong interest in science. Each book includes a QR code link to The Big Question Answered website for comprehensive free educator resources and fun kids' pack.
Basher Science: Biology
Do you know the secrets of biology? From the simplest life forms to the astonishing variety of animal and plant life, there's so much to discover... Basher Science: Biology is a compelling guide to a community of characters who come together to keep life moving. This new edition has a fresh new look, and updated, fascinating facts! Learn why mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, then zoom out and read about reptiles and jellyfish. Each part of the human body is spotlighted, from your brain down to your toenails, helping readers understand how we see, move, digest food and more! Simon Basher's exciting, vibrant illustrations combine with engaging, first-person text by Dan Green to hook even the most reluctant readers and help make complex topics fun and accessible. By bringing concepts to life as characters, this book offers a fresh and fascinating perspective on core science topics. Thousands of children are already enjoying the Basher universe. Learn even more with the Basher Science series, including: Rocks and Minerals, Physics, Chemistry and The Periodic Table.
How to Build a Human
It's a big question--how does the human body work? One of biology's greatest wonders, it's incredibly complex yet perfectly built to keep us alive. Scientists have figured out how it works, and it's more thrilling than science fiction. From the DNA that makes us who we are to tiny proteins fighting off invading viruses and mighty organs holding us all together, biology helps us understand ourselves! Discover the experts uncovering the body's secrets, their groundbreaking research, and incredible breakthroughs, including... How fast the brain sends signals to other parts of the body The way the body regenerates itself to heal cuts and scrapes The biggest organ in the body (this one will really surprise you!) Cool, graphic-style illustrations intermix with jaw-dropping facts in Tomorrow's World, showcasing science like never before--as something that can change the world!
Tide's Journey
High tide, low tide . . . what happens when the tides flow? An award-winning nonfiction author offers the youngest explorers a closer look at nature's wonders in action. When ocean waters face the moon, waves move toward the sandy dunes and salty water floods the beach. Driftwood bobs on top of waves and fish swim freely below. But what happens when the water retreats and the tide is low? Step by step, Sally M. Walker's simple narration lets the youngest oceanographers follow changes to the shoreline as the tide goes in and out. Kim Smith's art captures the waves in motion, the treasures deposited on the beach, and the living things nearby, from shorebirds to sea plants, from crabs and sea stars to children happily exploring the shore. A note to parents suggests bringing the learning to life by encouraging questions and observations of the natural world.
Dirt's Journey
Bits of rock, plants, and living creatures--what are they all ingredients for? An award-winning nonfiction author offers the youngest explorers a closer look at nature's wonders in action. Rocks crumble, battered by ice, wind, and water. Plants wilt, trees fall, and old bones, fins, and feathers break apart. What then? Step by step, Sally M. Walker's simple narration lets the youngest soil scientists learn how dirt is created, becoming home to animals as well as conduits for nutrients that help to continue the life-giving cycle. Kim Smith's inviting landscapes capture a range of forest flora and fauna, from mushrooms to pinecones, foxes to chipmunks, birds to snails. A note to parents suggests bringing the learning to life by encouraging questions and observations of the natural world.
There’s an Ocean in This Book
Young adventurers will take an intrepid journey around the world to five incredible oceans. Starting in the Arctic, readers will meet polar bears and narwhals in Svalbard's icy waters before diving down to the world's largest cold-water coral reef. The journey continues to some of the least explored ecosystems on Earth. Discover flying fish in the Sargasso Sea; the smoking underwater chimneys of Kairei Vent Field in the Indian Ocean; the colorful coral of the Great Barrier Reef; towering icebergs in Antarctica's Ross Sea; and learn what's at the bottom of the Challenger Deep.Using clever die-cuts and gatefold pages, this colorful volume explains how underwater volcanoes turn into islands; the difference between a sea and an ocean; how the Moon affects the tides; and reveals some astonishing species, including deadly jellyfish and a spooky vampire squid that glows in the dark.Written by children's nonfiction author Rachel Elliot, There's an Ocean in This Book features fascinating facts and immersive descriptions in combination with novelty flaps, expedition logs, and infographics--all to bring the world's oceans to life.
Tasty
Perfect for readers of all ages, Tasty is an engaging invitation to rediscover the everyday magic of flavor in a way that will leave you both satisfied and hungry for more. The tongue is used to talk, to eat ice cream, to make faces, and sometimes to lick the plate. Thus begins a dazzling, extraordinary journey into the curious world of flavor. Across its pages, Tasty tackles everyday questions with lucid and concrete answers: What does the tongue really do? Why do we crave sweets? How can an onion turn sweet and then bitter? Is spiciness a flavor or a sensation? Where does tasting end and smelling begin? As you read, you may find a flavor sneaking into your thoughts--or realize your mouth is watering. From a four-handed duo--a poet-philosopher and a culinary critic--comes a vivid exploration that names the many tastes, marvels at them at every turn, discovers them in the most unexpected places, and explores how flavor connects with texture, smell, sight, color, and the emotions stirred by the full experience of food.
Mother Nature’s Letter
Mother Nature's Letter by Debbie Bartlett is a tender and inspiring children's book about nature that blends poetic storytelling, captivating illustrations, and a powerful environmental message. When Mother Nature sees her beloved Earth suffering-from polluted waters to fading forests-she sends a magical letter into the world, calling upon children everywhere to help her heal the planet. What follows is a story filled with hope, heart, and the promise of change.Perfect for young readers ages 4-8, this powerful children's book turns urgent environmental themes into an engaging, gentle, and empowering tale. With lyrical rhymes and vibrant hand-painted original artwork, it offers a perfect blend of wonder and wisdom-ideal for curious minds and caring hearts. Whether you're seeking gentle rhyming books for kids or educational picture books ages 4-8, this story resonates with eco-conscious families and educators alike.A wonderful addition to any classroom, this book shines as part of school library nature books or books for eco-conscious classroom use. It's also a standout among environmental books best sellers for children, making it an excellent choice for teachers and librarians looking for books about saving the Earth for kids.Looking for the perfect gift for kids which will stay with them forever? Want a thoughtful gift for eco-conscious children? Mother Nature's Letter makes a heartfelt nature-themed gift for children on any occasion-whether it's for a special reward for their environmental work, a treat to thank them for kind actions at school or a bedtime story about nature to inspire dreams of a better world.With its blend of storytelling magic, environmental education, and visual beauty, Mother Nature's Letter is destined to become a treasured favorite on any child's bookshelf. Add it today to your collection of environmental children's books, and spark a lifelong love of nature, kindness, and responsibility in your little one.
Nature’s Rainbow
Have you ever seen a rainbow?This colourful picture poem is about how natures shares natural forms with all the colours of the rainbow.Featuring a 'spot the bird' activity and words used for colour.
The Science of Earthquakes
Earthquakes can shake the ground, topple buildings, and change entire landscapes in just seconds-but what causes them?This book introduces young readers to the science behind earthquakes in a simple and engaging way. Kids will learn what tectonic plates are, how and why earthquakes happen, and where they are most likely to occur. The book also explores how scientists measure earthquakes and what people can do to stay safe when one strikes.Perfect for ages 7 to 12, this book helps kids build a strong understanding of one of nature's most powerful forces through clear explanations and real-world examples.
Our Green Planet
Introduce young readers to the variety, wonder, and beauty of the hidden realm of plants that fuel our world with this picture book companion to the BBC Earth series The Green Planet narrated by Sir David Attenborough. Our green planet is a hidden world where plants can smell, taste, touch, hear, and even "talk." Right under your feet, and all around you, plants are creating life, battling their enemies, and persuading animals to work for them. Journey to tropical rainforests, deserts, underwater, and into the woods. Meet a poo-eating pitcher plant, join a water lily for a beetle party, peer into the tempting Venus flytrap, and explore a dazzling rainbow river in this fascinating nonfiction picture book.
Outer Space
Blast off into outer space with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! host and champion and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings--featuring updated facts! Take one giant leap into space with Ken Jennings to become a Junior Genius! In this book about outer space, you'll discover Mars's massive volcanoes, witness the birth of stars like our sun, explore black holes, and more! With stellar illustrations, cosmic facts, and out-of-this-world activities, this Junior Genius Guide will have you reaching for the stars!
Just One Oak
Explore an oak tree, from its leafy crown to its roots underground, and learn all the amazing ways it supports the animals, plants, and habitat where it lives in this surprising and enlightening nonfiction picture book companion to the award-winning Fungi Grow. An oak tree is so much more than meets the eye. From tiny fungi to mighty mammals, this amazing tree contains a whole world. For insects and birds, the oak's leaves, branches, and bark are a home. For bears and squirrels, the thousands of acorns the oak produces are a nutritious superfood. Owls, deer, foxes, and many more creatures are drawn to the rich and healthy environment an oak creates. Because of a single oak tree, its many neighbors flourish.
Play Smart Science Skill Builders
Science Skill Builders Workbook is specially designed for curious minds aged 5-7, providing the perfect foundation for future learning and essential STEAM skills, all while preparing your child for elementary school success. Why Parents and Kids Will Love This Workbook: Science All Around Us: We bring science to life by exploring familiar topics like food and plants. Your child will discover fascinating scientific concepts using items they can find right in their home or backyard, making learning tangible and exciting. Hands-On Learning Made Easy: No complicated experiments, just simple, engaging activities! Children will build core science knowledge through fun tasks like connecting matching items, placing flower-shaped stickers, and numbering the stages of a plant's growth. These activities boost understanding and reinforce key concepts without overwhelming young learners. Expert Guidance for Parents: Feel confident guiding your little scientist! Our "To Parents" tips from experts provide clear, concise explanations of the science behind each activity. You'll have all the tools you need to answer your child's "why" questions and deepen their scientific understanding together. This fun workbook is packed with exciting activities and challenges, all divided into three fantastic chapters. 1. Living Things & Life Cycles Seed differences / Plant growth stages / Animal habitats / Differences in animal features (legs, ears, tails) / Mammal vs. fish differences / Parent and offspring appearances / Insect life cycles 2. Natural Wonders Around Us Wind direction / Position and shape of shadows / Sunlight and shade / Formation of rainbows 3. Everyday Physics in Action Energy concepts (electricity, gas) / Light reflection (mirrors) / Conservation of quantity Plus, dedicated experiment pages are included, where children can explore material characteristics by rolling objects, observing what floats or sinks, and experimenting with magnets.
Bog Buddies
Discover the tiny yet abundant world of a wetland bog in this new book in an illuminating nonfiction picture book series that explores how even the smallest habitats play big roles in nature. Welcome to the majestic misty mountains. Where fog fills alpine valleys, rains flood roaring rivers, and streams flow down to a meadow and collect in a mossy, mountain bog. A bog might not seem like much on the surface. It's a wetland with spongy, damp soil and moss filled with decaying leaves and plants. But bogs play a crucial role in protecting their environment. By soaking up heavy summer rains, a bog prevents flooding, filters and replenishes groundwater, and provides a habitat for a vast array of plants and creatures, from busy beavers to endangered bog turtles--the tiniest turtles in the United States. With snappy, funny text and lush illustrations, this book invites curious readers to discover a tiny, unassuming ecosystem overflowing with life.
We Carry the Sun
From the first human settlements to today's modern metropolises, we have always relied on the sun for light, energy, and sustenance. We Carry the Sun traces the history of solar power from ancient south-facing villages to the Industrial Age and modern innovators; and from solar-powered steam engines to silicon solar panels.Lyrical and informed, Newbery Medal winner Tae Keller's debut picture book is also a timely call to action that asks young readers to imagine a brighter, cleaner future. Illuminated by Rachel Wada's radiant, eye-catching illustrations, We Carry the Sun is a tribute to pioneering thinkers, a celebration of humankind's relationships with the natural world, and a shimmering ode to the resource that sustains us.
What the Rainforests Would Tell You
A gentle and powerful introduction to rainforest facts for kids - covering deforestation, climate change, endangered animals, and forest protection. Told with warmth, wonder, and hope, What the Rainforest Would Tell You is a beautifully illustrated children's book for ages 5-8, filled with real science and gentle solutions that empower young readers to make a difference.Perfect for parents, teachers, and young eco-heroes, this book helps children understand our world - and how to protect it.
What the Sky Would Tell You
From glowing sunsets and migrating birds to whispering winds and disappearing stars, this beautifully illustrated book invites children aged 5-8 to explore the sky's secrets - and how we can help protect them.With fun, fact-based pages covering weather, light pollution, climate change, the ozone layer, and more, What the Sky Would Tell You blends environmental science with poetic wonder. Perfect for curious minds, little nature lovers, and early eco-heroes.Featuring animals like bats, bees, swifts, butterflies, and birds who rely on the sky.Includes real-life problems - and hopeful, age-appropriate solutions.Part of the "What the Earth Would Tell You" series, this book makes science meaningful, magical, and kind.
What the Deserts Would Tell You
Explore the wonders of the desert in this gentle, eco-focused children's book packed with fascinating facts and stunning illustrations.From scorching sandstorms to icy plains, What the Desert Would Tell You introduces young readers to the dazzling extremes of desert life. Children will learn about camels, cacti, vultures, sand, and survival-all while discovering how deserts aren't just hot, but can freeze at night too!Perfect for curious minds aged 5 to 8, this educational picture book is ideal for parents, teachers, and caregivers seeking age-appropriate, planet-friendly resources that encourage empathy and awe for the natural world.
What If... You Didn't Make Snot?
"I don't know anyone who can take complex scientific concepts and make them more accessible, stimulating and fun than Emma Young. It is truly a kind of genius." - Bill Bryson ---- Find out the answers to 33 crazy and laugh-out-loud questions with science author Emma Young. Prepare to learn all about the human body, from blood vessels to the brain and nerves to nutrients, in this engaging question-and-answer book. What If You Didn't Make Snot? is not your usual science book. Children aged 7-9 will be drawn into each topic with one of 33 amusing questions that are guaranteed to make kids think about anatomy in a whole new way. Author Emma Young explains the answers with humor and plenty of science facts that kids will be racing to share with friends and family. This human body book for children offers: Fun and engaging content by science author Emma Young.33 laugh-out-loud questions with key science facts are woven into the answers.A mix of photography and cartoon-style illustrations that bring the questions to life.Curriculum-aligned and age-appropriate material about the human body for children.Children can dip in and out of bite-sized information on each page, filled with attention-grabbing photography and quirky illustrations. Even reluctant readers will find this human body book entertaining, as they find out the answers to the wacky, bizarre, and gross questions.
The Unexplained: UFOs
Explore the mysteries of UFOs in this graphic guide for middle grade readers and decide for yourself - are we alone in the universe? Whether it's eerie lights in the sky, impossibly fast aircraft or the secrets surrounding Area 51, UFOs have fascinated people for decades. Mysterious flying objects, alien sightings and strange encounters have kept the world guessing one big question... Are aliens real?
Backpack Explorer Stickers: Bug Adventure
Kids will discover hours of sticker fun! How many bugs will you find? Get ready for a bug adventure with this sticker book from the best-selling Backpack Explorer series! Kids will love playing and learning with hundreds of stickers showing insects and bugs buzzing, flying, climbing, and crawling. 250 scientifically accurate stickers give a realistic look at ladybugs, beetles, ants, spiders, bees, butterflies, dragonflies, caterpillars, and more. Explore bug habitats by adding stickers to the Sunny Meadow, Deep in the Forest, Life in the Water, and Backyard Garden scenes. Build a new bug by mixing and matching stickers of antennae, wings, and legs. Sticker match-up activities teach about bug lifecycles, behaviors, and more. Record bug sightings with on-the-page scavenger hunts.
Earth's Immense Oceans
This title is part of the important new series from Oxford Children's which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. Earth's Immense Oceans explains, in a clear and interesting way, how oceans work, where they came from and how they are shaping the Earth, what lives under the waves, and the impact humans have had on the world's oceans. The engaging design highlights the heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips and illustrations, amazing photographs and a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn.
Take an Ecowalk 1 Science Concepts
Take An Ecowalk 1 Science Concepts is published by Fitzhenry and Whiteside.
After the Rain
Gorgeously illustrated and brimming with accessible science, this joyful picture book explores the wonders of the natural world after it rains. Puddle-hopping optional! What happens once the rain stops? To a young child out exploring with her grandmother and dog, the world smells of summer green and turtles and warm bricks. That after-rain smell, known as petrichor, signals to seeds, You can come up now! Bees buzz out of their hives and sip from puddles. Butterflies desert their leafy umbrellas. The rain itself becomes water vapor, which forms clouds. And not everyone ventures up and out. With the sun's return, worms wriggle deep down in search of shelter while fungi converse with the tangled roots of trees. Illustrated with the sparkling glow of a busy landscape after rain, spreads include relevant "words to say after the rain," such as evaporation and humidity, in a form that provides context for the meaning. This deceptively simple and imminently shareable picture book by a leading scientist introduces key concepts with energy, gentle humor, and age-appropriate language, inspiring curious readers of all ages to pull on rain boots and beeline for the door.
Before It Was a Hurricane
A hurricane is a massive, dangerous storm. Its clouds carry trillions of gallons of water that can dump a year's worth of rain in a single day. Learn how the most massive, destructive storm on Earth forms with this inventive new series! Howling wind rips away roofs and topples trees. Rising water floods streets, and pounding waves slam sandy beaches. This isn't just any seaside squall. It's a ... HURRICANE! A hurricane isn't a surprise. It's a storm that calls ahead and lets you know it's coming. By the time a full-blown hurricane is ripping off roofs and flooding streets, scientists are on a first-name basis with it. They know its history and can trace its path across the ocean. Before It Was a Hurricane starts at the peak of the action-the chaos and power of a hurricane at full strength-before stepping backward through time. Follow its four-thousand-mile journey from a hot desert breeze to the most destructive storm on Earth. Includes fold-out pages to see HUGE images of a hurricane in action!
Beginners Octopuses
Where is an octopus's mouth? How do octopuses hide from other sea creatures? What do their babies look like? This book has the answers to these questions and many more, along with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, simple text and links to websites with video clips and activities.
The Moon
The Moon is spherical and much smaller than Earth. It is made of rocks and minerals, like Earth. Although it has very little air and no liquid water, it does have some ice. The Moon doesn't make its own light but rather reflects light from the Sun. The Moon orbits Earth, completing one orbit about every month, and it looks different from day to day as it moves in its orbit around the Sun. It can look completely round, half-round, or crescent shaped. The light and dark areas that can be seen on the Moon's surface include craters and lava flows from volcanoes. Craters can form around the opening of a volcano or when another object in space hits the Moon. The Moon and Earth both have gravity, which is the force that keeps the Moon in its orbit around Earth, and it's the Moon's gravity that causes ocean tides on Earth.Pronunciation guide included. 24 pages with colorful photographs and illustrations. Reading Level 1-3, Interest Level 2-5, Word count 288, Lexile measure 530L.
Welcome to the World of Hummingbirds
These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America`s smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards. Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.
Saturn
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the sixth planet from the Sun, Saturn! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Saturn, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its rings, gases, and name. A labeled diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Neptune
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the "ice giant" of planets, Neptune! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Neptune, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its dust rings, winds, and name. A labeled solar system diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Mercury
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the smallest planet in our solar system, Mercury! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Mercury, its orbit, craters, and defining features such as its changing temperature extremes and name. A labeled diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Mars
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the fourth planet from the Sun, Mars! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Mars, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its rocks, dust storms, and name. A labeled diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Earth
Discover our home planet, Earth! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, this science book for beginning readers covers the planet Earth, its orbit, moon, and defining features such as its clouds, oceans, and life forms. A labeled solar system diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Jupiter
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the largest planet in our solar system, Jupiter! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Jupiter, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its rings and the Great Red Spot. A labeled solar system diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Uranus
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the tilted planet, Uranus! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Uranus, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its set of rings, gases, and name. A labeled solar system diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Venus
Journey through space with this science book for beginning readers, and discover the hottest planet, Venus! Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the planet Venus, its orbit, moons, and defining features such as its volcanoes, heat, and name. A labeled diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Balers
Nothing gets the job done like a handy crop-packing baler! This agriculture book introduces beginning readers to farm machines that make bales of hay and other crops. Aided by eye-catching photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about balers, their purpose, parts, role in farming, and defining features such as their rollers. A labeled diagram reinforces visual learning and enhances comprehension. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Gross Science of Blood
It oozes and gushes. It's sticky and can be deadly. Blood is our life source. But studying blood can be, well, disgusting. Imagine using leech spit to stop blood clots or even drinking blood to learn about digestive disorders! Featuring the latest scientific research, this humorous hi-lo book dives into gross and weird findings about blood.Witty text sparks interest in STEM for reluctant readers, while fun facts, career features, and critical thinking questions deepen their understanding. Plus, a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index enhance comprehension.
Gross Science of Diseases
From puke and pus to blisters and boils, studying diseases is not for the faint of heart. Scientists are always looking for ways to combat illnesses, but sometimes the research can be downright disgusting. Imagine studying deadly spores or bacteria that eat away your flesh. Nasty! Featuring the latest scientific research, this humorous hi-lo book dives into the gross and weird findings of disease research.Witty text sparks interest in STEM for reluctant readers, while fun facts, career features, and critical thinking questions deepen their understanding. Plus, a table of contents, glossary with pronunciations, further resources, and an index enhance comprehension.
