Science & Nature - Kids

The rain forest is full of color, and toucans prove it These vivid birds flap through the rain forest canopy, using their bills to peel tasty fruit along the way. This bright book takes young readers on a journey through the rain forest biome,...

Reindeer are migrating masters whose hooves change to tackle the different seasons of their Arctic home! In winter, hard, fur-covered hooves protect their feet from the snow and cold. As the ground thaws, their hooves become soft to make walking much easier. Travel across...

The gigantic ears of fennec foxes are not just for hearing small rodents scurry under the Saharan sands: these appendages radiate heat during scorching desert days to keep the foxes cool! Many more desert adaptations are explained in this fact-filled title about fennec foxes!Author:...

Introduction to the wonders of the physical world: sunbeams and the work they do, the aerial ocean in which we live, a drop of water on its travels, the two great sculptors-water and ice, the voices of nature and how we hear them, the...

PREPARE TO LAUGH AND LEARN Scientific answers to mysteries kids really want to know. Sure a lot of kids want to grow up to be astronauts, but according to scientist Glenn Murphy, even MORE kids want to know what happens to astronaut farts. (Short...

The perfect companion for children eager to understand how caterpillars become butterflies. Explore butterfly habitats and find out all about how butterflies work, from wings to feet. With exciting activities, like how to make a butterfly kite, and plenty of fun facts, this book...

From designer watermelons and rust-removing potatoes to brain freezes and peanut butter diamonds, curious kids can use this book to dig into the strange and silly knowledge scientists have discovered when it comes to food.Author: Robin TwiddyISBN-10: 1728416493ISBN-13: 9781728416496Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages:...

The rosy wolf snail was imported to help control the population of the African land snail, but the cannibal snail has quickly become a problem. This series highlights the innovative technology scientists use to track and control this invasive population. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage...

Children love animals and will enjoy exploring at the zoo as they flip through the pages of this easy-to-read book.Author: Miranda KellyISBN-10: 1427129622ISBN-13: 9781427129628Publisher: Crabtree SeedlingsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2021Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 8.10h x 8.00w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 04/01/2021 pg. 72

Trains that zip passengers along while hovering just above the ground, doctors that can print human body parts, and a gadget that cleans your dirty dishes while making soil for your plants. Sounds like science fiction, right? But it's all real technology For as...

Water is flowing all around us; in nature, in the home, and even inside our bodies. In this descriptive storybook, young readers will dive into simple explanations of the different states of water, how weather cycles work, how water reaches our homes, and how...

Technology is advancing rapidly. Transportation experts think self-driving cars could fill the streets someday soon. Designers are experimenting with different artificial intelligence devices. The choices designers make now will affect our future. What choices would you make in a world of new technology? Would...

Illustrates the differences between magnetic attraction and magnetic repulsion. Explains what causes attraction and repulsion and how they affect everyday life. Colorful photographs and diagrams help illustrate each science concept. A chart compares the concepts head-to-head to help solidify readers' grasp of the material....

Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. Is there life on other planets? What is Area 51? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Extraterrestrial Life title using considerate text...

Science Lessons and Investigations presents science learning through in-depth investigation and observation, supporting Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in life, earth, and physical science. Each comprehensive unit includes a hands-on engagement activity to allow students to explore and investigate science concepts. The 14 science...

This graphic nonfiction book introduces how genes impact an organism's inherited traits, including variation, hybrids, mutations, and nature versus nurture. The Building Blocks of Life Science volumes feature whimsical characters to guide young readers through topics exploring animal behavior, the cell cycle, plant and...

Learn all about insects with Fly Guy and Buzz Fly Guy and Buzz are ready for their next field trip And in FLY GUY PRESENTS: INSECTS they go outside to learn all about other insects like Fly Guy With straightforward text, humorous asides, and...

This Book Thinks You're a Scientist, developed by the Science Museum, London, as a complement to their new interactive gallery for children, explores seven key scientific areas: force and motion, electricity and magnetism, earth and space, light, matter, sound, and mathematics. Each spread centers...

The sun is a star that sends out light. The light we can see is called visible light, meaning that it is light we can see with our eyes. Light is a form of energy, and in physics we say that energy gives something...

What makes a bicycle go? Why does it rain? Can dolphins talk to each other? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this beautifully illustrated hardcover guide. Great for home learning, curious kids will find lots to love as they learn over...

Arctic foxes are master hunters of the north! These small predators use their keen sense of hearing to listen for the rustlings of lemmings under the snow. Then, they leap to break through the layers of white to snatch their prey! This title walks...

Max Axiom has a mission. His nephew Nick wants to take his skateboarding skills to the next level, but he needs a new board to accomplish his dreams. Join Max as he uses the engineering process to design and build a totally rad skateboard.Author:...

AAAS Subaru SB&F Excellence in Science Finalist 2016 NSTA-CBC Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12 2016 An engaging book that encourages young nature enthusiasts to explore the world of birdsThis generously illustrated, full-color book teaches kids that birds can be seen almost anywhere:...

Bursting with exciting activities, The Great Outdoors Games & Puzzles will keep even the most adventurous children on their toes Buckley the beaver and his pal Daffodil the duck lead the way on this intrepid expedition full of puzzles, riddles, and brainteasers created by...

Hold onto your cape, you're about to become an expert on the high-flying science behind superpowers in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff! Did you know that advancements in robotics could soon make super-powered...

IF YOU COULD ASK A NOBEL PRIZE WINNER ANYTHING YOU WANTED... Since 1901, the Nobel Prize has honored the world's great geniuses in the most important fields: physics, chemistry, medicine, literature, economics, and world peace. What if children could ask these creative thinkers about...

Plastic explores what plastic is, where it comes from, how it's made, what its properties are, and what it is used for.Author: Abby ColichISBN-10: 1432980254ISBN-13: 9781432980252Publisher: Heinemann Educational BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2013Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 6.60h x 7.80w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 1.9Point Value: 0.5Interest...

Metal explores what metal is, where it comes from, how it's made, what its properties are, and what it is used for.Author: Abby ColichISBN-10: 1432980238ISBN-13: 9781432980238Publisher: Heinemann Educational BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2013Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 6.50h x 7.80w x 0.10dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 1.5Point Value: 0.5Interest...

The future is now Super smart toilets, sweet dream machines, bread buttering toasters, and flying hotels -- this fun and informative book gives curious kids the inside scoop on 125 amazing real inventions. It's sure to get gadget gurus, techies, and computer geeks thinking...

Tired of having to contain your hidden urge to fart and finger-pick? Can't get enough of foul food and flies? Get ready to gross out all of your friends with these hysterically nauseating facts about all things gross and gruesome. Bringing together the slimiest,...

What happens in just a second? A bat makes 200 high-pitched calls. A hummingbird beats its wings 50 times. A woodpecker hammers a tree trunk with its beak 20 times. A human can blink 7 times. A vulture in fight flaps its wings once....

Silver Birch - and Hackmatack-nominated Be A Nature Dectective series explores animal camouflageHow do insects hide themselves in the woods? Can flounders really change the texture of their skin to blend in with sandy sea bottoms? Why do hares change the colour of their...

Within a sentence, this book takes the reader to the edge of a meadow thick with flowers. He must cross a bridge to reach it, but once safely on the other side, he can stretch and look about. Refocusing his senses, the child is...

The COVID-19 pandemic changed life as we know it for our families. As we grapple to keep up with current events and explain daily changes to our children, educational resources are more important than ever. As the world prepares to enter next chapter in...

Highlights fascinating facts about history, from quirky world leaders to weird fashion trends. Learn about the French king who thought he was made of glass, the Serbian soldier who disguised herself as a man to fight in the army, the medieval barbers who performed...

Highlights fascinating facts about U.S. presidents, from the president who was afraid to touch light switches to the president that banned broccoli. Learn about the president's dog who was so popular that he needed his own secretary, the president who befriended a burglar, the...

Illustrates the differences between living and nonliving. Explains what makes an object living or nonliving and the features of both. Colorful photographs and diagrams help illustrate each science concept. A chart compares the concepts head-to-head to help solidify readers' grasp of the material. Additional...

Illustrates the differences between pushing and pulling. Explains different forces that push and pull and how they affect everyday life. Colorful photographs and diagrams help illustrate each science concept. A chart compares the concepts head-to-head to help solidify readers' grasp of the material. Additional...

Illustrates the differences between sinking and floating. Explains what causes an object to sink or float and how these concepts affect everyday life. Colorful photographs and diagrams help illustrate each science concept. A chart compares the concepts head-to-head to help solidify readers' grasp of...

Strong, smart, and fearless, orcas are awesome. They are often called killer whales, but they aren't whales at all. They are dolphins Read this book to learn all about awesome orcas.Author: Rachel RoseISBN-10: 1647471478ISBN-13: 9781647471477Publisher: Bearport BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 8.80h...

Children (and adults, too) have become aware of the ecological importance of bees. Wasps are ecologically important, too. They pollinate plants and provide pest control by eating insects and feeding them to their young. Paper wasps construct open-celled paper nests. A mated female wasp...

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are finally accessible to everyone, including kids Conceived by professional researchers and scientists at top U.S. universities, this book combines engaging stories, well-illustrated pictures, and kid-friendly writing to communicate scientific breakthroughs. Turn the young minds you love into...

This book looks at electricity examining what they are, the different types of batteries, and how we use them. The book considers a range of examples that will be familiar to young readers, and explains the scientific concepts behind batteries and electricity in clear,...

Get ready for even more DO-IT-YOURSELF weirdness in the latest Weird But True Sticker Doodle title. With each turn of the page kids learn new information and get to try new wacky activities, from doodling prompts to crosswords, mazes to picture puzzles. This book...

The concept is simple. Got a question? Well now you have an answer! 1,111 of them, in fact. Want to know why your snot is yellow? Flip to the human body chapter. What's on the inside of a turtle shell? The animal section's got...

Did you know that a town in Spain celebrates an annual Tomato fight? That British police are still searching for crooks who stole 60,000 bees from their hive? These are just a few of the bizarre but totally true stories you'll find in this...

This book explores desert habitats around the world, looking at the plants and animals that live there, and the adaptations that help them to survive. Food webs, maps, and photos help bring the topic to life. Threats to desert habitats are also covered, as...

This workbook, with 30 science experiments and over 50 quiz questions, covers the following topics: The Scientific Process, Properties of Matter, The Human Body, Earth / Moon / Sun, Characteristics of Plants, Energy / Force / Motion, Electricity & Magnetism, Periodic Table, Photosynthesis, and...

Engage students with amazing chemical reaction science experiments and activities hosted by Super Scientist Max Axiom. This collection of kid friendly science projects includes clear step by step, photo illustrated instructions. Curriculum content covered includes endothermic reaction, exothermic reactions, combustion, and so much moreAuthor:...

A fantastic resource to teach kids everything they would want to know about the exciting world of science. Perfect for budding scientists who want a highly visual STEM book to increase their science know-how. This introduction to science for kids is full of photographs...